Organisme : 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 especially Tuesday and Thursday afternoons from 12-5pm

Endroit : 815 St Laurent Blvd

Date limite pour postuler: 25 mai 2021

Organisme : Dementia Society of Ottawa and Renfrew County

The Caregiver Support Group Facilitator is expected to support the DSORC mission that no one should face dementia alone, by providing a safe and welcoming environment for discussion and mutual support.

Time Commitment: 2 hours per week (available support groups are Tuesdays 10AM, Wednesdays 6:30PM, Thursdays 1PM)

Primary Responsibilities:
- Facilitate group discussion
Inform the participants about the objectives and ground rules for the group
- Empower participants by discussing the important role they play for themselves and each other
- Support inclusion of participants through invitation and inclusion and by providing a safe and comfortable environment
- Initiate, clarify and summarize discussions as required
- Harmonize to reduce tension and encourage participants to explore differences
- Maintain confidentiality at all times regarding participant information and experiences
- Set up room and coordinate logistics
- Complete support group report including attendance and debrief with staff lead

Qualifications:
- Proficiency in English and/or French
- Experience caring for a person living with dementia
- Understanding and knowledge of the lived experience of dementia required
- Excellent communication skills and experience in group facilitation
- Respect for diversity, cultural awareness, and sensitivity
- Effective listening skills, empathy, and adaptability
- Ability to work collaboratively with co-facilitator and supervisor and take initiative
- Comfort using online communications platforms such as Zoom, email, internet
- Reliability and professionalism
- Respect for the boundaries of the position and participant confidentiality
- Education in the social sciences is an asset

Endroit : 1750 Russell Rd., Suite 1742 Ottawa, ON K1G 5Z6

Date limite pour postuler: 23 avr 2021

Organisme : Manor Park Community Council

In March of 2020, the Manor Park Community Council, in partnership with your Community Collective (Cardinal Glen, Lindenlea, New Edinburgh, Manor Park, Overbrook, Rockcliffe Park and Vanier) launched Ottawa Cares – our community response to the Covid-19 pandemic.

At the launch, our primary goal was the coordination of volunteers to deliver food hampers from local food banks to residents in need. To date we have delivered over 5000 boxes to local residents. Many of which are seniors, single parent families, or large member households.

So we ask - can you help your community by volunteering as a Food Bank Delivery Driver?

Volunteer drivers are needed to deliver food hampers from local Food Banks to residents around Ottawa.

Volunteers are welcome to register for delivery opportunities at any or all participating Food Banks:
Rideau Rockcliffe Community Resource Centre (RRCRC) at 815 St. Laurent Blvd.

Vanier Food Bank (Partage Vanier) at 161 Marier Avenue

Parkdale Food Centre at 30 Rosemount Ave.

Dalhousie Food Cupboard - 211 Bronson Ave.

Once registered as a volunteer, shift selection is flexible. With shift signups going out on a weekly basis. This makes it easy for volunteers to help around their schedule.


Volunteer drivers require:

A smart phone with cellular data
A personal vehicle
Driver's licence
Car insurance
Comfortable lifting boxes up to 20 pounds.

If you can help, please register through Volunteer Ottawa and we will be in touch with further instructions.

Endroit : Varies

Date limite pour postuler: 31 mai 2021

Organisme : CNIB

CNIB is looking to fill two positions for Group Facilitator of the Virtual Bingo Program, every Thursday, 1:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. Volunteers must be 18 years and older, comfortable leading a group of 15 players, using an online bingo caller program, and comfortable with the Zoom platform. If you have experience playing bingo that would be great but full training will be provided. The volunteers will need to speak and articulate clearly and not talk too fast as this is mainly a senior demographic.

Endroit : 826 Princess Street

Date limite pour postuler: 30 avr 2021

Organisme : The Catholic Centre for Immigrants, Ottawa

Tech Support Volunteers provide services and support to CCI Staff and newcomers related to the use of technology. This can include assistance setting up and/or using various forms of technology for newcomers, such as tablets, phone and computers, as well as learning to use various software and online platforms that improve accessibility to services.

TASKS
• Provide a variety of tech-related support and services to various CCI Departments, as well as directly to newcomers via 1-to-1 support and assisting with the facilitation of workshops.
• Interact directly with newcomers using tools for virtual communications to assist in the setup and use of newly acquired technology (eg. computers).
• Offer 1-on-1 support to newcomers virtually to help strengthen and improve tech-skills, as well as support group workshops for newcomers focusing on using technology.
• Assist CCI Staff in the delivery of tech-skills workshops for newcomers, focused on getting new technology set up and improving tech literacy for newcomers.
• Share knowledge and experiences with newcomers to support integration and help build a more accessible and welcoming community.
• Volunteers will provide support based on the unique needs of the newcomer and the skills and experiences they are able to bring.

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS
Volunteers should possess the following:
• Patience, open-mindedness and cultural awareness/sensitivity;
• Experience/Skills working in IT and comfortable troubleshooting issues virtually;
• Ability to assist in the set-up of new tech devices (such as laptops, tablets, phones), especially comfortable working with Chromebook operating systems;
• Familiar with various online/virtual communication programs and tools (Zoom, WhatsApp), as well as basic software programs and operating systems;
• Comfortable teaching beginner tech-skills to newcomers, either 1-to-1 or in a group workshop setting;
• Flexible availability to provide support on an as-needed basis would be an asset;
• *Multi-lingual to improve communications with newcomers from various backgrounds would be an asset.

*PLEASE NOTE:
While we do have various opportunities, we are currently focused on recruiting individuals that can speak ARABIC to some degree.

Endroit : 219 Argyle Avenue, Ottawa, ON K2P 2H4

*Please note that this is a REMOTE/VIRTUAL Volunteer Opportunity.

Date limite pour postuler: 30 avr 2021

Organisme : Carlington Community Chaplaincy

We are seeking a volunteer for Tuesday mornings for our breakfast take-out program. The volunteer should arrive around 9 am to prep, and then help serve clients from 9:30-11. It is a take-out programs for residents of Ottawa Community Housing, serving a brown-bag breakfast, and hot coffee or tea.

Please note that masks are required and social distancing measures are in place to ensure the safety of our volunteers and participants.

Endroit : 102-1465 Caldwell Ave

Date limite pour postuler: 30 mai 2021

Organisme : Shelter Movers

Shelter Movers provides moving and storage services at no cost to women and children fleeing abuse. We are the only organization of our kind in Canada, and our volunteers are no less exceptional. Every year, in collaboration with community partners, our volunteer teams contribute over 15,000 hours to support people transitioning to lives free of violence and abuse.
Shelter Movers Ottawa has been operational since 2017 and has completed over 500 moves to date. We are growing and looking to add compassionate and committed volunteers to our team.
We at Shelter Movers continue to operate and provide our unique moving and storage services for our clients. We have implemented stringent safety measures in place to protect our volunteers, partners, and clients. While we all do our part to slow the spread of COVID-19 and stay home, we must remember that home is not a safe place for many. Those experiencing abuse may have to spend more time with their abuser in an unsafe, confined space as well as potentially losing their job and the financial independence that comes with it. There have been published articles that highlight mandatory social distancing measures that place individuals experiencing abuse at a greater risk than pre-pandemic, highlighting the importance of services like Shelter Movers.

Position Summary:
As an integral role in the Volunteer Services administrative team of Shelter Movers Ottawa, the Volunteer Services Engagement Coordinator is mainly accountable for developing, implementing retention strategies, and providing support to the Volunteer Services Manager. The goal of this position is to enhance the engagement and retention of our volunteer team.
Key Responsibilities:
- Under the direction of the National Volunteer Services, develop and implement retention strategies, and continuously improve the engagement and experience of volunteers;
- Follow up with movers and drivers after their first or second move to ensure they are having a positive volunteer experience.
- Run our peer to peer appreciation program. This includes monitoring and moderating a slack channel, compiling participants and drawing prizes.
- Ensure the profiles of volunteers and database are up-to-date, maintain the mailing list and the subscription status, as well as manage the mailbox of the Volunteer Service Engagement team;
- Follow up with inactive volunteers, offering solutions to improve the involvement if needed;
- Lead the development and execution of volunteer events, making sure that they align and support the highest purpose, which is enhancing the engagement of volunteers. Some examples of events include trivia night, movie nights, panel discussions;
- Actively support the involvement of volunteers, promptly identify and proactively oversee their issues in terms of participation, then report to the Volunteer Services Manager in order to come up with optimal solutions;
- Regularly update the working progress with the Volunteer Services Manager.

What we are looking for
- A time commitment of at least 3 hours per week and a desire to engage with the team and Shelter Movers Ottawa in long term;
- Ability to apply an anti-oppressive lens to engaging volunteers;
- A long-term interest in the Violence Against Women (VAW) sector, and Volunteer Management/Non-Profit Management;
- Awareness of appropriate boundaries, compassion fatigue, and self-care;
- Be able to maintain the confidentiality of client and organizational information;
- Self-motivated person who upholds a positive vibe and can-do attitude;
- Strong organizational skills with a detailed-oriented mind and reliable work habits;
- Tact, discretion, high maturity level and good judgement;
- An active listener who possesses excellent interpersonal skills, high degree of emotional intelligence, and is able to handle difficult conversations with great patience;
- A team player who can also work independently
- A background in volunteer management, or human resources is an asset;
- Previous experience in volunteer engagement and/or event planning are considered as a strong asset.

* A successful candidate of Shelter Movers must be at least 18 years of age, sign a confidentiality agreement, pass a police reference check, and attend a Trauma-Informed Care Orientation session. As well as additional training for the Volunteer Engagement Role.

* Please note that this is an unpaid volunteer position.

*Does this speak to you? Then please send your resume as well as a brief description outlining your interest to Brenna at brenna@sheltermovers.com. We are eager to hear from you!

Endroit : Virtual/ Various Locations

Date limite pour postuler: 5 juin 2021

Organisme : Shelter Movers

Description of Position
Shelter Movers Ottawa provides free moving and storage services to those fleeing abuse in and around Ottawa. We are the only organization of our kind in Canada, and our volunteers are no less exceptional. Every year, in collaboration with community partners, our volunteer teams contribute over 15,000 hours to support people transitioning to lives free of violence and abuse.

We are looking for people who have a keen eye on organization and are good problem solvers. As well as a deep passion and commitment for helping women and survivors of abuse. A Move Coordinator is an integral part of the move team, providing coordination of the move beforehand and on-call support on the day of a move. The Move Coordinator ensures all moves go smoothly, that volunteer movers and drivers are recruited, and tackles any unforeseen challenges.

Responsibilities
This role requires hard working professionals with strong communication skills (by email and phone), and an ability to serve clients with patience and empathy while looking for solutions and managing expectations. An ability to remain calm in stressful situations, awareness of compassion fatigue and self-care, and maintaining communication with your team, are essential skills for the Move Coordinator.

As a Move Coordinator, you will be the puppeteer behind a move – the person who puts it together and makes it happen.

Time Commitment
Moves happen all over the city, at various times in the day, throughout the week.

Since Move Coordinators work through email and phone, this is a work-from-home position, with occasional meetings (in-person and/or conference calls.) A 3 to 6 month commitment is strongly preferred.

Requirements
Collect move-related information from clients and referring agencies
Assemble volunteer move teams using a database and e-mail
Coordinate the date/time and other logistics of a move and ensure all clients and volunteers are available
Provide information to volunteers while protecting client confidentiality
Reserve move vehicles and ensure drivers have necessary information to pick up vehicles
Being available during a move to support the move team in the event of unexpected challenges (ie. extending vehicle reservations)
Electronically file client and volunteer waivers
Report back to Move Coordination Manager after each move
Use patience, empathy, and active listening skills in serving people under stress
Being aware of compassion fatigue, self-care, and working safely
Have regular check-ins with Shelter Movers staff

Shelter Movers volunteers must be at least 18 years of age, complete an interview process, attend an orientation for new volunteers, in addition to signing a confidentiality agreement and obtaining a criminal record check.

How to Apply:

Please contact our Volunteer Services Team at volunteerottawa@sheltermovers.com to express your interest in this role, and include ""Move Coordinator"" in the subject heading. Please attach your resume as well.

Endroit : Remote/Work from Home. Needs to have an understanding of the city of Ottawa

Date limite pour postuler: 5 juin 2021

Organisme : Volunteer Ottawa

Bag Half Full YOW is a volunteer-run grocery shopping and delivery service started by uOttawa medical students. We are looking for anyone in Ottawa who is interested in volunteering with us. This is a great way to serve our community in this time of crisis for many people who are in very difficult situations, and a great addition to volunteers' CVs!

We reimburse our volunteers' gas mileage and have funds raised to ensure that our volunteers are never on the hook for any expenses.

What prospective volunteers will need:
- A Police Records Check (or reference letter from a prior work/volunteer experience)
- Access to a vehicle

This is a flexible volunteer position where volunteers are able to sign up for grocery orders at the times and places that work for them. It’s a great opportunity to get involved in the COVID-19 crisis and help those who really need it!

To tell us if you are interested, please fill in the following google form: https://forms.gle/6ZQM1yRU6ho87hDi6

Our website: https://www.baghalffull.com/

To support us: gf.me/u/zbzz8t

Endroit : all over Ottawa

Date limite pour postuler: 14 mai 2021

Organisme : Volunteer Ottawa

Smiles for Seniors Ottawa is a student-led virtual volunteer organization spreading positivity and joy to isolated seniors in retirement homes during the pandemic.
Volunteers send online submissions of cards, art, music and letters. There are no requirements for the amount of submissions that volunteers must complete and no special skills are needed.
We also give volunteer service hours for high school students.
For more information and to sign up as a volunteer, please visit our website: https://smilesforseniors.wixsite.com/ottawa

Endroit : virtual

Date limite pour postuler: 23 avr 2021

Organisme : Shelter Movers

Shelter Movers provides moving and storage services at no cost to women and children fleeing abuse. We are the only organization of our kind in Canada, and our volunteers are no less exceptional. Every year, in collaboration with community partners, our volunteer teams contribute over 15,000 hours to support people transitioning to lives free of violence and abuse. Our Ottawa chapter has been operational since 2017 and has completed over 400 moves since opening. We are growing and looking to add caring and compassionate people to our volunteer team.

Position Summary:
Shelter Movers Ottawa is looking for a motivated individual with a positive attitude, strong communication skills and donor engagement experience. The Donor/Funder Engagement Coordinator will be reporting to the Fund Development Manager and will be responsible for interacting directly with donors, funders and partners. They will develop new ideas to engage with new and existing donors and may be asked to develop proposals for corporate and in-kind funders

Responsibilities:
- Develop new ideas and ways to engage with current donors.
- Analyzes donor history to identify further fundraising opportunities.
- Assists with special events, as needed.
- Work as part of a team to plan, and run donor engagement events.
- Connect with grant-making foundations and organizations to solicit feedback and establish positive working relationships.
- Report to the Fund Development Manager and Chapter Director to update the status of specific grant applications.

Time commitment:
An estimated 2 to 3 hours a week, dependent on responsibilities and proximity to the fundraising events and campaigns.

Essential skills & knowledge:
- We are looking for creative self starters
- Proactive and very comfortable reaching out to potential donors.
- Experience with networking/building relationships
- Dynamic and outgoing personality
- Strong communication skills - verbal and written
- Advanced interpersonal skills in a professional, outgoing manner
- Excellent organization and time management skills
- Highly self-motivated and detail oriented, able to work without supervision.
- Able to prioritize workloads and meet established deadlines.
- Able to work independently and as part of a team.
- Familiarity with spreadsheets and database systems
- A positive, 'can-do' attitude.
- Donor engagement experience

Shelter Movers volunteers must be at least 18 years of age, complete an interview process, attend an orientation for new volunteers, in addition to signing a confidentiality agreement and obtaining a criminal record check.

How to Apply:
If interested, please send a brief description outlining your interest as well as your resume to Brenna at volunteerottawa@sheltermovers.com.

Endroit : Virtual Volunteering (Most be located in Ottawa)

Date limite pour postuler: 14 mai 2021

Organisme : Shelter Movers

About Shelter Movers:
Shelter Movers provides moving and storage services at no cost to women and children fleeing abuse. We are the only organization of our kind in Canada, and our volunteers are no less exceptional. Every year, in collaboration with community partners, our volunteer teams contribute over 15,000 hours to support people transitioning to lives free of violence and abuse. Our Ottawa chapter has been operational since 2017 and has completed over 400 moves since opening. We are growing and looking to add caring and compassionate people to our volunteer team.

Position Summary:
Shelter Movers Ottawa is looking for a motivated individual with a positive attitude, strong research and written communication skills to help us with grant applications. The grant writer will be reporting to the Fund Development Manager and will be responsible for researching and writing grant proposals to foundations and other grant-making organizations.

Responsibilities:
- Research potential grant opportunities from organizations that align with the mission and values of Shelter Movers Ottawa
- Assemble and submit grant applications that include (but not limited to) all necessary components of reference letters, proposals, strategy plan, etc in a timely manner
- Connect with grant-making foundations and organizations to solicit feedback and establish positive working relationships
- Report to the Fund Development Manager and Chapter Director to update the status of specific grant applications

Time commitment:
An estimated 3 to 6 hours a week, dependent on responsibilities and proximity to the fundraising events and campaigns.

Essential skills & knowledge:
- We are looking for self-starters with either research or grant writing experience
- Excellent written, analytical and research skills
- Strong communication skills - verbal and written
- Advanced interpersonal skills in a professional, outgoing manner
- Excellent organization and time management skills
- Highly self-motivated and detail oriented, able to work without supervision.
- Able to prioritize workloads and meet established deadlines.
- Able to work independently and as part of a team.
- Familiarity with spreadsheets and database systems
- A positive, 'can-do' attitude.
- Experience or a proven track record of successfully securing grants for other non-profit organizations is a strong asset, but not required. We will provide training and ongoing support.

Shelter Movers volunteers must be at least 18 years of age, complete an interview process, attend an orientation for new volunteers, in addition to signing a confidentiality agreement and obtaining a criminal record check.

How to Apply:
If interested, please send a brief description outlining your interest as well as your resume to Brenna at volunteerottawa@sheltermovers.com.

Endroit : Virtual / At Home (Needs to reside in Ottawa)

Date limite pour postuler: 14 mai 2021

Organisme : Eastern Ottawa Resource Centre/Centre des ressources de lest dOttawa

To deliver meals to seniors in east end of Ottawa (Orleans, Gloucester, Blackburn Hamlet) once or twice a week. deliveries are between 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Mileage is paid and a police record check is required. This position would be of interest to those who like to work with seniors and have a vehicle.

Endroit : 215-1980 Ogilvie Road Ottawa Ontario K1J 9L3

Date limite pour postuler: 30 avr 2021

Organisme : Eastern Ottawa Resource Centre/Centre des ressources de lest dOttawa

We have a great need for volunteer drivers to bring our senior clients to our Adult Day Program located at 1515 10th Line Road in Orleans. With the use of volunteers personal vehicles, clients are picked up at their home by the volunteer and driven to the Day Program and picked up by the same volunteer to bring back home. Our clients live in the east end of Ottawa (Orleans, Cumberland, Gloucester, Vars, all the way up to Hunt Club/Findlay Creek).
Requirements include: Valid Drivers License; Good working vehicle; Liability insurance of $2M; Vulnerable Sector Check.
Mileage is paid.

Endroit : 215-1980 Ogilvie Road Ottawa Ontario K1J 8M6

Date limite pour postuler: 30 avr 2021