Volunteer

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1. Special Events Volunteer

Organization:	North York Seniors Centre
Date Posted:	10/06/2015
Posted By:	Mimi Lee
Date Needed:	10/06/2015
City:	North York
Location:	Ontario
Country:	Canada
Primary Category:	Event and Facility – General Assistance Positions
Type of Position:	Short Term (Less than 3 months)
Description & Details
Our Special Events are fun and interactive programs that take place at the Active Living Centre. You will be working in a team environment, assisting in the room set up, greeting and serving a meal to the participants and clean up/tear down. Training: Agency orientation and position specific training for the event will be provided. Skills And Experience: Good interpersonal and customer service skills and keen to work in a team environment. Ability to lift and carry lightweight tables and chairs. Reliable, punctual, creative and resourceful individual. Additional Information: Required language: English Transportation: Close to subway station Close to bus or street car stop Paid parking available Minimum age: 16 Minimum hours per week: 3 hours per week Task requirements: carrying and lifting dexterity and agility walking and standing hearing verbal communication visual reading and writing Accessibility: Accessible building Accessible parking Accessible washroom(s)
How to Apply / Contact
Mimi Lee Volunteer Coordinator Phone: 416-733-4111 ext. 210 Fax: 416-733-1858 mlee@nyseniors.org 2. Friendly Visitor with Seniors in their home in North York Organization: North York Seniors Centre Date Posted: 10/06/2015 Posted By: Mimi Lee Date Needed: 10/06/2015 City: North York Location: Ontario Country: Canada Primary Category: Visiting/Accompanying Positions Type of Position: Long-Term (3 months or more) Description & Details Visit one-to-one with a senior in their home to provide conversation and companionship for a minimum of 2 hours and an additional 1 hour of phone contact throughout the month. Must be 20 years or older and be willing to give a minimum commitment of 6 months. This is long-term commitment position. Candidate must be willing to perform a Police Records Check and provide 2 references. Training: General orientation and information about the Centre will be provided at the Volunteer Information session. Position specific orientation to follow regarding the Friendly Visitor Program. Skills And Experience: Interest in seniors; experience with seniors. Good listening and conversation skills. Individual must provide at least two references and required to perform a Police Records Check. Additional Information: Required language: English Transportation: Close to subway station Close to bus or street car stop Minimum age: 20 Minimum hours: 2 hours per month Task requirements: walking and standing hearing verbal communication visual reading and writing Accessibility: Accessible building Accessible washroom(s) Benefits: Connect with a senior in your community and help make a difference in his or her life! Other Requirements: Police Records Check How to Apply / Contact Mimi Lee Volunteer Coordinator Phone: 416-733-4111 ext. 210 volunteer@nyseniors.org 3. Cafe Assistant Organization: North York Seniors Centre Date Posted: 10/06/2015 Posted By: Mimi Lee Date Needed: 10/06/2015 City: North York Location: Ontario Country: Canada Primary Category: Food Prep/Kitchen Work Positions Type of Position: Long-Term (3 months or more) Description & Details Prepare, serve and clean-up hot meal, soup, and sandwiches for approximately 30 seniors daily in an industrial kitchen with a team of volunteers. The training and orientation will include:  • Agency Orientation • Fire safety • Emergency procedures • Job related tasks • Safe Food Handling • Receive mandatory orientation/training sessions of NYSC organization policies and procedures Skills And Experience: • Have a working knowledge of English • Some experience in food preparation • Balance and coordination in order to prepare and serve foods safely • The ability to perform all duties outlined in the position description * Provide excellent customer service Additional Information: Required language: English Transportation: Close to subway station Close to bus or street car stop Paid parking available Minimum age: 18 Minimum hours per week: 4 hours per day 9:30-2:00 Monday - Friday Task requirements: carrying and lifting dexterity and agility walking and standing hearing verbal communication visual reading and writing math and computer skills Accessibility: Accessible building Accessible parking Accessible washroom(s) Benefits: The volunteer will have the opportunity to: • Learn how to prepare food for large groups in an industrial kitchen • Practice their communication skills • Develop team building skill Intersection: Yonge/Finch How to Apply / Contact Mimi Lee Volunteer Coordinator Phone: 416-733-4111 ext. 210 volunteer@nyseniors.org