| About the Position | |
| Position # | 3840 |
| Organization | Victoria Cool Aid Society |
| Position | Donation Sorting Volunteer - Sandy Merriman House |
| Impact Statement |
Cool Aid's vision is a community where no one is forced to sleep on the street or go hungry and everyone has the dignity that comes with home, health and connection. Guiding Principles: Meet clients where they are at. Commit to anti-racism, decolonization and cultural humility. Approach each client with empathy. Practice integrity and mutual respect in all our relationships. Advocate for those we serve. |
| Description | Sandy Merriman House provides emergency shelter for women who are homeless. We welcome trans women, gender fluid and non-binary people. The sorting volunteer accepts donations, moves them to the storage room, and sorts them into the correct bins or cupboards. Please note that this role does involve lifting and walking donations down a set of stairs. Shifts are on Tuesdays from 3-5 pm. |
| COVID-19 Vaccination Required | Yes |
| Training Details | Online modules followed by in-person training and support. |
| Working Conditions | Women's shelter donation room. |
| Minimum Duration | 4 - 6 months |
| Timing | Weekday - Daytime, Weekday - Evening |
| Time Detail | Tuesdays 3-5 pm. |
| Age | 19+ |
| Ideal for | An Individual |
| Transportation | On a bus route |
| Area(s) of Interest | Housing |
| Skill(s) | Empathy, Self-Motivation, Flexibility |
| How to Apply | |
| Application Link: | |
| Website | https://coolaid.org/ways-to-help/volunteer/ |
| Send an Email Message | |
| Contact | Alicia Jones |
| Phone | 778-405-2542 |
| Address | 465 Swift St Victoria, V8W 1S2 |