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About the Position | |||
Position: 2938 - Volunteer Drivers (vehicles are provided) > VERY ACTIVE NOW! | |||
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Position Address: TRAINING is 'virtual', with volunteers involved in physical moves at various locations in Peel | |||
Location: Mississauga, Brampton, Caledon | |||
GoalShelter Movers provides moving and storage services at no cost to women and children fleeing abuse. We are the only service of this kind in Canada, and our volunteers are no less exceptional. Every year, in collaboration with community partners, our volunteer teams contribute over 15,000 hours to support people transitioning to lives free of violence and abuse.Currently, in the Toronto and York Region, we are moving an average of 30 families a month. We have expanded our services into Peel Region in response to dramatically increasing demand, and we are looking for compassionate people to join our dynamic, dedicated volunteer team.This is a great opportunity for someone who wants to make a big impact in a small amount of time. Each move ranges from 3-5 hours. With our flexible volunteering model, you can sign up to volunteer on moves as per your availability. |
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DescriptionMovers and Drivers are core to the organization by assisting on each move. In a group of 2-7 movers and drivers, volunteers will load/unload the client’s belongings into a vehicle and transport the client to the predetermined location. Vehicles are provided for the move, and movers who have a valid driver’s license are welcome to register as drivers. Responsibilities include:
COVID-19 HEALTH & SAFETY protocols will be in place and strictly observed at all times, in order to protect our clients and volunteers (see QUALIFICATIONS, below) PLEASE APPLY ASAP to join our Peel Region TEAM! Volunteers with 'profiles' within Volunteer MBC's Referral System can click the yellow box 'Apply Now!' (above) to send their name/contact information directly to Shelter Movers. |
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BenefitsMake a positive impact helping women and families transition away from violence and abuse + Gain hands-on experience on the front lines of our organization, providing moving and storage services for our clients + Receive training in preparation for your role, PLUS you will have access to ongoing training opportunities + Work with a great team of passionate volunteers and supporters + After 3 months of satisfactory service, be entitled to a confirmation of volunteering hours |
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Qualifications
SCREENING for this 'role' will be virtual/remote (tel/email/online interview(s) via ZOOM). After you have applied, as a precaution, please monitor your 'Junk/Spam' email folders and leave space on your voicemail for communications from Shelter Movers. Thank you. Police Check: Required Resume:Not required Driver's Licence: Required Proof of Vaccination: Required |
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Time CommitmentThis is a Short Term (3 months or less) commitment starting 2022-06-06
Shifts are available Anytime FLEXIBLE (subject to MINIMUM EXPECTATIONS): Scheduling is on a 'per-move' basis, with each move taking about 3 to 4 hours. |
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TrainingWe provide a 2 hour Trauma-Informed Care Orientation designed to train our volunteers for the 'role'. Topics include: Appropriate Boundaries, Violence Against Women, Gender-Based Violence, Trauma-Informed Care, Barriers to Leaving an Abusive Relationship, Anti-Oppressive Practice, and more. During COVID, our training sessions are held virtually (online via ZOOM) |
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More DetailsAreas of Interest: Crisis, Distress & Emergency Response, Healthcare, Settlement & Integration, Parent & Child Support, Shelters, Transportation
Accessibility: Unknown, Not Accessible Ideal for: Individuals, Newcomers |
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How to Contact | |||
Send an Email Message | |||
Social Media | |||
http://sheltermovers.com | |||
https://www.facebook.com/sheltermovers/ | |||
https://twitter.com/ShelterMovers?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor | |||
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