| About the Position | |
| Position # | 2959 |
| Organization | Our Place Society |
| Position | Volunteer gardeners needed at therapeutic recovery community in View Royal - Gardening |
| Location | 94 Talcott Road, Victoria, BC, Canada |
| Impact Statement | Our Place Society’s New Roads, is a unique therapeutic recovery community located in View Royal that is dedicated to ending the cycle of substance use disorder, criminality and homelessness. New Roads is a positive, peer-led treatment environment that encourages appropriate behaviour through reinforcement and accountability. The practice and rehearsal of appropriate social interaction and interpersonal skills within a safe, supportive atmosphere allows residents to discover new attitudes, values, and ultimately a new way of life. |
| Description |
New Roads is located in View Royal. We are looking for gardeners to work in the beautiful New Roads courtyard garden and its huge greenhouse. Tasks would include weeding, watering, planting, and working with our residents for two hour shifts once-a-week. |
| COVID-19 Vaccination Required | Yes |
| Training Details | Orientation provided by the staff on New Roads Therapeutic Community |
| Minimum Duration | 3 months or less |
| Timing | Weekday - Daytime, Weekend - Daytime |
| Time Detail | Two hour volunteer shifts during the day |
| Age | 1+ |
| Ideal for | An Individual, A Group |
| Transportation | Car required |
| Accessibility | Wheelchair accessible entrance, Wheelchair accessible washroom, Designated accessible parking space, Accessible work space |
| Area(s) of Interest | Gardening/Environment, Food Security |
| Skill(s) | Sensitivity, Accountability, Respect, Self-Motivation, Flexibility |
| How to Apply | |
| Application Link: | |
| Website | https://www.ourplacesociety.com/volunteer/ |
| Send an Email Message | |
| Contact | Patricia O'Byrne |
| Phone | 250-940-5092 Ext. 3104 |
| Address | 1625 Quadra Street Victoria, V8W 2L5 |
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