About the Position | |
Position # | 1909 |
Organization | Victoria Cool Aid Society |
Position | Hygiene and Clothing Volunteers - Rock Bay Landing |
Location | 535 Ellice Street, Victoria, BC, Canada |
Impact Statement | Our mission is to offer life-changing services to adults who are impacted by poverty, colonization, stigma and homelessness. These services include permanent housing, emergency shelter, health and dental care, employment assistance, and social and recreational opportunities. As a volunteer at Cool Aid you are a valued member of our team and your work is essential to our ability to offer a wide-range of programs and services. |
Description |
As a hygiene and clothing room volunteer, you'll play a crucial role in ensuring our clients' well-being and dignity. Your responsibilities will involve assisting clients with signing in for the shower waitlist, distributing essential shower supplies like towels, soap, and shampoo, and organizing donated clothing and shoes for distribution. By providing access to hot showers and clean clothes, you'll offer more than just practical assistance – you'll provide a sense of dignity, comfort, and belonging to those who need it most. Your efforts will contribute to creating a safe and welcoming environment for all. In this role, you'll have the opportunity to work semi-independently, with ongoing support from our dedicated staff whenever needed. Strong communication skills and a willingness to engage with clients in casual conversation to foster a calm and welcoming atmosphere are essential qualities we look for in hygiene and clothing volunteers. |
Training Details | Online orientation followed by shadowing an experienced staff or volunteer. Orientation shifts are offered daily from 1-3 pm. |
Working Conditions | You would be set up behind a donation counter in the Day Services/Hygiene room. No heavy lifting required. Sorting through donations (lifting up to 5 lbs), folding towels and clothing. Signing people in and out of showers. Staff onsite and close for questions and support. |
Minimum Duration | 3 months or less |
Timing | Weekday - Daytime, Weekday - Evening, Weekend - Daytime, Weekend - Evening |
Time Detail | We are looking for volunteers who can commit to a regular weekly shift for a minimum of 3 months. Shifts are available daily ranging from 8-10 am, 10-12 pm, 12-2 pm, 2-4 pm, and 4-6 pm. Our greatest area of need is the daily 2-4 pm shift. |
Age | 19+ |
Ideal for | An Individual, A Group |
Transportation | On a bus route |
Accessibility | Wheelchair accessible entrance, Wheelchair accessible washroom, Support volunteers with special needs, Accessible work space, Support Newcomers and ESL |
Area(s) of Interest | Food/Hospitality, Health Care/Emergency, Housing |
Skill(s) | Cultural Awareness/Sensitivity, Interpersonal Communication, Time Management, Empathy |
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 | 535 Ellice Street Victoria, V8T 2G8 |
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