| About the Position | |
| Position # | 1913 |
| Organization | Victoria Cool Aid Society |
| Position | Hairstylist/Barber |
| Location | 535 Ellice Street, Victoria, BC, Canada |
| Impact Statement |
VICTORIA COOL AID SOCIETY At Cool Aid, we believe that everyone deserves home, which is why we create hope and opportunities for people who are homeless and living in poverty. We provide affordable housing, emergency shelters, primary health and dental care, nutritious meals, and wellness programs such as recreation, employment and volunteer opportunities. With your support, our staff and volunteers help more than 12,000 people annually at 20 locations in Victoria, Saanich and Langford. We house and support more people who have been homeless in our community than any other organization. |
| Description | We’re looking for licensed stylists to assist in providing free haircuts to men and women experiencing homelessness at our Rock Bay Landing Shelter and/or at our supportive housing sites. |
| COVID-19 Vaccination Required | Yes |
| Training Details | Online orientation followed by in-person training and support. |
| Working Conditions | No lifting requirements. Space provided. Tools not provided. |
| Minimum Duration | 4 - 6 months |
| Timing | Weekday - Daytime, Weekday - Evening, Weekend - Daytime, Weekend - Evening |
| Time Detail | 2-4 hour shifts. Can be scheduled based on the volunteers availability. |
| Age | 19+ |
| Ideal for | An Individual, A Group |
| Transportation | On a bus route |
| Accessibility | Accessible work space |
| Area(s) of Interest | Caring Support, Food/Hospitality, Special Events |
| Skill(s) | Needs Assessment, Creative Thinking, Empathy, Creating |
| 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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