Organization: Abbeyfield Houses Society - Ottawa

Are you a retired or working individual looking for an exciting volunteer opportunity?

Abbeyfield Houses Society of Ottawa is a not-for-profit seniors’ residence affiliated with Abbeyfield International, with 1,100 houses in 25 countries worldwide.

The cleaner assists with necessary cleaning services in all common areas to ensure a safe and comfortable environment for the residents of the house in accordance with all health, safety and fire regulations.

Duties and Responsibilities

Tidy common areas including halls, entry ways, living room, dining room, activity room, short stay room and laundry room;
Disinfect commonly touched surfaces as instructed by the House Manager;
Sweep and wash ceramic or hardwood floors;
Vacuum carpets including the hallways, stairs, foyer, front office, kitchen, dining room, living room, laundry and activity room and laundry room on the lower level;
Dust all surfaces in public and common areas;
Clean public washroom on main level including cleaning toilet, hand basin and floor; ensuring that hand towels are clean and replaced regularly and that toilet paper is available;
Maintain cleanliness of outdoor entrances, verandas, reachable windows;
Clean elevator surfaces, inside and outside;
Collection of garbage through regular emptying of waste baskets, recycle bins in kitchen, laundry room and upper level; storing well bundled garbage/recyclables in outside shed;
Place garbage, recycle bins, and compost bins on front curb on scheduled pick-up days;
Assist in clean-up after meals including clearing plates, loading and unloading dishwasher, wiping down kitchen counters and sweeping floors.

Qualifications:

Previous or relevant experience;
Knowledge of Health & Safety regulations;
Excellent interpersonal skills to interface with seniors in a caring and tactful manner;
Ability to take direction and to function in an organization operated by volunteers;
Cannot be currently working at any other seniors' residence or long-term care facility.

Location: 425 Parkdale Avenue

Deadline: Oct 31, 2020

Organization: Carlington Community Health Centre

Volunteer Position: Sewing Volunteer

Location: 900 Merivale Road
Team: Health Promotion and Counselling Team
Days: Flexible
Time: Flexible
Minimum commitment: Minimum 3 months
Volunteer will report to: Hilary Rose

Goal of the position:

The volunteer will prepare resuable cloth masks for Carlington Community Health Centre (CCHC) staff, clients and community members.

Description of Volunteer Role:

• Prepare reusable cloth face masks following a CCHC preapproved design and Ottawa Public Health (OPH) standards and guidelines.
• Collect materials and fabric from CCHC.
• Deliver completed masks to CCHC.
• Advises supervisor of any developments, concerns, or supplies needed.

Qualifications:

• Must have a sewing machine.
• Previous experience in the use of sewing machines.
• Reliable, flexible, dependable.
• Forward thinking, creative, positive attitude.

Location: 900 Merivale Road

Deadline: Oct 9, 2020

Organization: Meals on Wheels Ottawa - La Popote roulante

Meals on Wheels Ottawa is looking for volunteer drivers to help deliver meals to isolated seniors and adults with disabilities. We are particularly looking for volunteer drivers who:

• have a valid Driver’s Licence
• have access to a vehicle with minimum liability insurance
• have or be willing to apply for a Police Record Check - Level 3 Vulnerable Sector Check (less than 12 months)
• can deliver a route on their own OR with someone from their social bubble (must also go through volunteer training)
• can commit to helping over a few months, at minimum
• can follow all new health and safety meal delivery protocols put in place due to COVID-19

NOTE: the Ontario Public Health COVID-19 self assessment recommends that those over age 70 years reduce their time outside the home.

Meals are delivered from our office located at 670 Albert St as well as other partner kitchens throughout central Ottawa.

Join our team and give back to your community. The volunteer commitment is flexible and is usually once a week for 2 hours. Volunteer training provided.

Please note: if you have already submitted a volunteer application through the Meals on Wheels website or the Community Support COVID Response website, there is no need to apply here too. You will be contacted shortly and we thank you for supporting Meals on Wheels. We look forward to connecting with you soon!

For more info:
• please email volunteer@mealsonwheels-ottawa.org

Location: 670 Albert St. Ottawa, ON. K1R 6L2

Deadline: Dec 16, 2020

Organization: Rideau-Rockcliffe Community Resource Centre

Our city-wide initiative, Gifts-in-Kind, enables individuals, corporations, governmental, and non-profit donors to share items with the community. Every In-kind donation received by our program is given to local organizations, not-for-profit, social service agencies, and other participating organizations that reallocate donations to their clients in need.

We are looking for volunteers to work with our project officer to strengthen our team, help with the organization and distribution of donations, support our social media channels, and companies who would like to make donations.

Please get in touch with us if you would like to join the Gifts-in-Kind family.

Location: 815 St. Laurent Blvd
Ottawa, ON, K1K 3A7

Deadline: Oct 17, 2020

Organization: Canadian Organic Growers - Ottawa St Lawrence Outaouais Chapter Section d'Ottawa

This candidate will assist the current Lead Volunteer
* Developing and overseeing the SOG Program carrying out our Mission & Strategic Plan;
* Reporting to monthly meeting of the COG OSO Steering Committee under the umbrella of COG a national charity;
* Leading the SOG Program with support from the SOG Advisory Group
* Developing SOG budgets and ensuring fundraising plans and liaising with funders of the SOG program ;
* Overseeing financial affairs, programming, community relations and communications.
This volunteer opportunity would involve about 10-12 hours monthly on a flexible basis but would require at least a one-year commitment with availability for one monthly evening meeting in person or virtually. SOG is currently active in the City of Ottawa but our geographic location depends to some extension on the sources of our funding. We expect the successful candidate to live in the city of Ottawa.

Location: HQ- COG, 56 Sparkes Street, Suite 600, Ottawa, ON K1P 5B1

Deadline: Oct 21, 2020

Organization: Student Links (Community Living Ontario)

Do you have a passion for Home Improvement, DIY projects, landscaping or gardening? Are you working in this field or do you pursue it as a hobby? Looking for a creative individual- you could be a painter, a hobbyist, a "maker" or someone who dabbles in many creative areas. If you are willing to impart your experience and knowledge and enjoy working with youth, this is the initiative for you! Looking to connect a prospective mentor with a youth who has an interest in hands-on projects(particularly simple wood projects, but open to other ideas) to build on knowledge/skills and to possibly learn more about roles in this field.

Student Links is an initiative that offers High School students who have an intellectual disability an opportunity to expand on current interests and hobbies, while discovering new possibilities for life after High School.

Your Role as a Mentor:
- Presenting information about your field of expertise
- Introducing a student to your hobby or industry
- Providing an opportunity for hands-on experience

This is an opportunity for you to help a student by sharing something you're passionate about.

Time commitments are flexible.

Location: Ottawa Region (Open to Mentors from other regions since this opportunity is virtual)

Deadline: Oct 13, 2020

Organization: Distress Centre of Ottawa and Region

The Distress Centre of Ottawa & Region provides a free and confidential telephone service offering suicide prevention, crisis intervention, psychological stabilization, emotional support, information and referrals to individuals of all ages. We help people in varying degrees of distress or crisis who are experiencing a wide range of problems including suicidal thoughts, abuse or violence, mental or physical illness, bereavement, addictions, sexuality and interpersonal problems, youth-related issues, unemployment and more. Our volunteer Crisis Line Responders are trained in active listening techniques, communication skills, crisis intervention and suicide prevention techniques. They help our clients assess their own situations, to establish goals and priorities, and they can link the callers to appropriate resources in the community if needed.

If interested, please visit www.dcottawa.on.ca to fill out an application!

Location: Confidential. Located within the Ottawa area. Accessible by OC Transpo or personal vehicle with parking.

Deadline: Oct 15, 2020

Organization: Volunteer Ottawa

Cyber-Seniors is an intergenerational program that trains young people to be tech mentors for senior citizens. The ability to use online communication applications to stay connected is vital for older adults and other vulnerable people. Helping a senior learn to use transactional websites to order groceries, pharmaceuticals, food delivery, etc., will make a big difference in allowing them to remain self-sufficient from the safety of their home. In the best of times, digital literacy can be life-altering; in times like these, it can be life-saving.Also, please help us by letting any Seniors you know that they can:
• register online for a group session or one-on-one tech-support by visiting our website at www.cyberseniors.org; or
• access the over 1200 training tutorials (soon available in Spanish and French) and the Cyber-Seniors discussion forum by calling us at 1-844-217-3057 to register.

To register, please go directly to the Cyber Seniors website to sign-on to be a mentor: https:/cyberseniors.org/volunteers

Location: virtual - national organization
https:/cyberseniors.org/volunteers.

Deadline: Oct 2, 2020

Organization: The Council on Aging of Ottawa

Have you ever wished that city streets and sidewalks were safe and accessible for seniors and people with disabilities year-round?

As Chair of this committee, you would work with a COA staff member and a team of dedicated volunteers to coordinate the Snow Moles Program and assessments (audits) of the walking conditions in Ottawa neighbourhoods.

Location: city-wide

Deadline: Oct 30, 2020

Organization: Shelter Movers Ottawa

We are looking for volunteer Movers! Shelter Movers Ottawa is a non-profit that offers free moving and storage for those fleeing abuse. Access to moving and storage services are a significant barrier to fleeing abuse. Movers use their time and energy to help our clients overcome these barriers. They are the ‘helping hands’ and ’boots on the ground’ that support our clients at a critical moment.

Description et détails

Transit Secours offre des services gratuits de déménagement et d’entreposage pour les femmes et les enfants victimes de violence. Nous sommes la seule organisation de ce genre au Canada, et nos bénévoles n’en sont pas moins exceptionnels.
Chaque année, en collaboration avec des partenaires communautaires, nos équipes de bénévoles consacrent plus de 15 000 heures à aider les personnes pendant leur transition vers un environnement sans violence ni mauvais traitements.

Shelter Movers’ volunteer move teams are a grassroots response to Violence Against Women in our communities. Join us!

Location: Our moves happen all over the city of Ottawa, however we meet at one secure location before each move.

Deadline: Nov 15, 2020

Organization: Somerset West Community Health Centre

The volunteer will be responsible for picking up food and delivering itto SWCHC (55 Eccles). Food Delivery volunteers are needed to any orall of support the following shifts:
Pick up at ‘The Well’ and deliver to 55 Eccles:
Monday 9:45-10:15
Tuesday 9:45-10:15
Thursday 9:45-10:15
Friday 9:45-10:15
Pick up at St. Paul’s and deliver to 55 Eccles:
Monday 11:00-11:30
Tuesday 11:00-11:30
Thursday 11:00-11:30

Volunteers must have access to a vehicle and secure 2,000,000 in liability insurance to support this role. This is a light-touch volunteer role

Location: 55 Eccles Street

Deadline: Nov 25, 2020

Organization: Volunteer Ottawa

Monitor registration process at the Front Desk, take temperatures, ask screening questions, provide basic information about the HUB.

Training and orientation will be provided, along with regular supervision.

Weekdays (7.00 - 5.00) - multiple shifts

Location: 815 St Laurent Blvd

Deadline: Sep 30, 2020

Organization: Volunteer Ottawa

Dress for Success is in dire need of volunteers for our flagship clothing program. Volunteers in our "suiting" program are called Wardrobe Consultants and they work 1-on-1 with women who are in need of clothing for interviews or new employment opportunities. Wardrobe Consultants help women find the right outfits for them either in-person or virtually (depending on what the client chooses). All volunteers will be working in our boutique. Volunteer shifts are 2.5 hours long. We have implemented COVID safety measures to ensure physical distancing as much as possible as well as PPE and enhanced cleaning.

No specific skills/experience is required - only a desire to help women find outfits and personal care products that make them feel professional and confident for their new endeavours! Specific and detailed training will be provided before starting in the role.

A level 2 police check is required.

Location: 200 Catherine Street, Suite L100 Ottawa ON K2P 2K9

Deadline: Sep 30, 2020

Organization: FCDEE

CESOC is a non-profit organization. It works to help ethnocultural Francophone newcomers to settle well, adapt well and better integrate into the Canadian living environment. To do so, it needs, among other things, volunteers who can help them practice and strengthen their English, teach them about Canadian culture, help them know how to do research and apply to a job, as well as help them better. succeed in their community connection.

Location: CESOC : 107-815 St-Laurent Boulevard Ottawa ON K1K 3A7

Deadline: Oct 30, 2020

Organization: Mission Thrift Store Orleans

Are you a people person? Do you like to promote a fun place to work and encourage everyone to work well together? If so, we need your help! We are blessed daily with donations that need to be sorted before we can sell it. This is a fast paced environment filled with lots of interesting finds in many departments and a wide range of volunteers to make this all work harmoniously!

Responsibilities:
Help Volunteers to find their sweet spot and help them thrive in their roles. Foster a great working area promoting everyone working together towards the common goals. Work on schedule to ensure all spaces are filled, retained and thriving.

Qualifications:
Great for retired people wanting to give back to the community.
Great for youth looking for volunteer/work experience (8-15 years with an adult)
Group volunteer opportunity up to 20 people/group

Benefits:
Gain great experience in the retail industry

Location: 1777 Tenth Line Rd
Orleans, On

Deadline: Sep 30, 2020

Organization: Mission Thrift Store Orleans

The Volunteer Driver is responsible for the pickup of donations and deliveries of purchased furniture as well as receiving donations at the store. The volunteer must be willing to advocate for the Mission Thrift Store and maintain a positive and professional working atmosphere.

Responsibilities
· Drive the Mission Thrift Store vehicle for pickups and deliveries
· Load & unload donated goods
· Screen for product usability
Experience Requirements
· Must have a valid driver’s license
· Acceptable Drivers Abstract
· 10+ years driving experience
Desired Skills
· Professional driving skills
· Communicate in a professional manner
· Ability to life 50+ Lbs
· Able to work with others and instruct others to assist in pickup and deliveries
· Health and Safety awareness
· Operate moving equipment safely
· Moving skills
· Provide exceptional customer service

Location: 1777 Tenth Line Rd
Orleans, On

Deadline: Sep 30, 2020

Organization: Mission Thrift Store Orleans

BFM Foundation (Canada) is a national Christian organization with over 50 Mission Thrift Stores across Canada. The net revenue from all Mission Thrift Stores is devoted to the Joint Ministry of BFM Foundation (Canada) and Bible League Canada. These funds are used to establish adult literacy programs, provide church planter training, children’s ministry programs, and distribute Bibles in many places around the world. The stores are operated primarily by dedicated volunteers.

Mission Thrift Store Orleans is currently seeking an individual who understand and support the vision and purpose of BFM Foundation (Canada).
The Retail Assistant will report to and assist the Store Manager.

Qualifications:
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
· Experience working with volunteers
· Strong organizational and prioritizing skills
· Ability be on your feet for extended periods and lift items
· Excellent verbal communication skills
· Professionalism and respect
· Displays a high level of trustworthiness and integrity
· Proven ability to show initiative and leadership

Experience:
Experience in a retail setting; experience with non-profit/voluntary sector would also be considered an asset.

Location: 1777 Tenth Line Rd
Orleans, On

Deadline: Sep 30, 2020

Organization: Mission Thrift Store Orleans

This is a job that requires speed and an extra ordinary passion for organization! Donations arrive daily in boxes and bags that need to be emptied, pre-sorted and sent to the various departments for sorting, pricing and stocking in store. You will be required to greet and thank everyone who brings a donation.

Responsibilities:
Donations must be sorted by category, and taken to the correct department. The receiving area must be kept clear, and the recycle items, cardboard and garbage taken to the appropriate locations.
Training is provided.

Qualifications:
Physically fit to carry out the responsibilities of the job.

Location: 1777 Tenth Line Rd
Orleans, On

Deadline: Sep 30, 2020

Organization: Mission Thrift Store Orleans

Cashiers have one of the busiest jobs in our store! If you like a fast paced environment & like to stay busy, this volunteer role is for you!
*Training provided

Responsibilities:
Accept payment for goods
Greet & thank our customers

Experience Requirements:
Past retail experience an asset
Must be 16 years+

Desired Skills:
Mathematically inclined
Customer service skills

Qualifications:
Responsible and reliable

Location: 1777 Tenth Line rd
Orleans, On

Deadline: Sep 30, 2020

Organization: Mission Thrift Store Orleans

Do you like to be busy & organize? If so, we need your help! We are blessed daily with donations that need to be sorted before we can sell it. This is a fast paced environment filled with lots of interesting finds in many departments!

Responsibilities:
Sort donations into appropriate categories
Training provided

Qualifications:
Great for retired people wanting to give back to the community.
Great for youth looking for volunteer/work experience (8-15 years with an adult)
Group volunteer opportunity up to 20 people/group

Benefits:
Gain great experience in the retail industry

Location: 1777 Tenth Line Rd
Orleans, On

Deadline: Sep 30, 2020

Organization: Mission Thrift Store Orleans

The Merchandiser is responsible in keeping the store beautiful by finding ways to improve how the products are presented to the customers. There is a need to position products and maintain a visually pleasing display in all departments throughout the day as customers continuously changes it. Making sure the racks and shelves are full but not over flowing.

Qualifications:
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
· An ability in knowing how to make products look appealing
· Experience working with volunteers
· Good organizational and prioritizing skills
· Ability to be on your feet and active
· Good verbal communication skills
· Professionalism and respect
· Displays a level of trustworthiness and integrity
· Proven ability to show initiative

Experience: Experience in a retail setting; experience with non-profit/voluntary sector would also be considered an asset.

Location: 1777 Tenth Line Rd
Orleans, On

Deadline: Sep 30, 2020

Organization: Mission Thrift Store Orleans

We need people that could test the electrical and electronic products that we receive as donations to make sure they work properly for resale. If they do not work, if they can be repaired for resale or sent for our recycling program.

Qualifications:
Knowledge in electrical devices and/or electronic devices to be able to test effectively the products.

Location: 1777 Tenth Line Rd
Orleans, On

Deadline: Sep 30, 2020

Organization: Mission Thrift Store Orleans

The Recycler is someone that is responsible for the recycling program that we have in the store. There are 7 categories of recycling that this position could either focus on 1 or all of the categories depending on their abilities. The categories are: metal, e-waste, plastics, glass, clothing, cardboard and fiber.

Training is provided.

Location: 1777 Tenth Line Rd
Orleans, On

Deadline: Sep 30, 2020

Organization: Mission Thrift Store Orleans

Provide cleaning services to the store to keep the premises safe for customers, staff and volunteers.

There are several areas of cleaning that can be shared between volunteers such as carts, counters, change rooms, kitchen, floors, windows, bathrooms, garbage, shelves and racks.

Location: 1777 Tenth Line rd
Orleans, On

Deadline: Sep 30, 2020

Organization: Mission Thrift Store Orleans

The Silent Auction Specialist is responsible in recognizing gems found in the vast amount of donations and knowing how to display them to capitalize on the value of the items and making sales for the store.

Qualifications:
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
· Recognizing value in antiques, vintage and other specialty items that could get attention and higher bids.
· An ability in knowing how to make products look appealing
· Experience working with volunteers
· Good organizational and prioritizing skills
· Ability to be on your feet and active
· Good verbal communication skills
· Professionalism and respect
· Displays a level of trustworthiness and integrity
· Proven ability to show initiative

Experience: Experience in a retail setting; experience with non-profit/voluntary sector would also be considered an asset.

Location: 1777 Tenth Line Rd
Orleans, On

Deadline: Sep 30, 2020

Organization: Ottawa Rape Crisis Centre

The Ottawa Rape Crisis Center will provide training Prior to volunteers working on the crisis line. The role of the crisis line counselor is to provide crisis intervention to community members who are survivors of sexual violence.

Location: This office site is confidential

Deadline: Oct 30, 2020

Organization: Dementia Society of Ottawa and Renfrew County

The Dementia Society of Ottawa and Renfrew County (DSORC) is dedicated to providing meaningful resources and support for people impacted by dementia in our communities.

Our new Remote and Online Programming initiatives allow clients to arrange a weekly curbside pickup of meaningful activities to enjoy safely from the comfort of their own home.

We are currently seeking 1-2 reliable volunteers to provide support to the Education and Program Coordinator in fulfilling our weekly curbside pickup and drop-off dates, recording inventory of materials, and potentially serving as a secondary curbside pickup location. Although minimal client interaction is required for this role, volunteers would also be responsible for occasionally providing delivery services to clients’ homes in the event of special circumstances.

Primary Responsibilities and Tasks

The Curbside Pickup and Delivery volunteer will be responsible for the following:

• Communication with Education and Program Coordinator via phone and e-mail
• Develop an understanding of DSORC services offered via Remote and Online Programming initiatives
• Coordination of weekly pickup and drop-off dates and times with supervisor
• Provide weekly curbside pickup/drop-off services from your home (minimal client interaction)
• Maintain a small stock of program items and resources at your home
• Clean and disinfect all items in line with DSORC Cleaning Guidelines
• Leave items in a clearly marked location for pickup/drop-off (ex. your driveway)
• Record inventory of items and provide updates to a member of the DSORC staff
• Provide delivery/direct pick-up of items, resources, and materials in the event of special circumstances
• Most clients will be able to arrange for the set weekly curbside pickup time, but accommodations may be made to ensure accessibility of services
• Follow Cleaning Guidelines and inventory processes for delivered/returned items

Qualifications and Skills:

• Valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle
• Professionalism and a positive disposition with excellent interpersonal skills
• Compassion, understanding and awareness of dementia
• Maintain confidentiality of all participants
• Reliability and punctuality
• Bilingualism in English and French is an asset
• Basic knowledge of DSORC programs and services (training provided)

Screening:

Successful applicants will submit a volunteer application form. An interview and reference checks will be conducted as part of the application process with the Volunteer Coordinator. A valid Vulnerable Sector Check with the Ottawa Police Service is required for this position.

Successful applicants will be provided with Orientation Training in addition to role-specific training from their supervisor. Volunteers will be required to agree to DSORC Safety Policies for Volunteering during COVID-19 in advance to beginning work in this role.

How to Apply

Interested applicants should submit their CV and a cover letter describing their interest to volunteer@dsorc.org.

Location: 1750 Russell Road
Suite 1742

Deadline: Sep 30, 2020