Volunteer Driver (aka Chauffeur)
Volunteer Success
Date: 2 hours ago
City: Guelph, ON
Contract type: Full time
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On-Site
Ongoing Opportunity
Posted
2024-12-23
Volunteer Driver (aka Chauffeur)
Family & Children's Services of Guelph and Wellington County (FCSGW)
5 Openings
Summary
Families are connect to each other and needed programs with the support of volunteers removing transportation barriers.
Description
What you’ll be doing
Volunteer Drivers work towards the safety and well-being of children and youth by connecting children and parents to each other or to resources that support their family’s wellbeing. This could be driving a new mom and baby for their first check up, taking a dad from Mount Forest to Guelph for caring Dad’s parenting group, driving a child to their weekly counselling session, or taking a family to a medical appointment. Volunteers in this role are ‘chauffeurs’
Please note: The application process can take 6-8 weeks. Pre-Service training is offered 3 times a year. (January, May and September)
Commitment:
Family & Children’s Services of Guelph and Wellington County is committed to working from an Anti-Oppressive and Equity practice and dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live and serve. The agency encourages applications from members of an Equity deserving group and/or with lived experience. We are committed to creating an accessible environment for all.
Reach out to [email protected] or 519-824-2410x2410 if you have any accommodation needs.
Requirements
Whether you meet these requirements or not, we encourage you to share your interest in us. You may still be a fit for a different opportunity with our organization.
Driver License
Over “age of majority” in province of opportunity
Driver's License
Willing to undergo a background or police records check
Access to car
Valid Driver's License
Clean driving record & insurance coverage
Own cell phone
Driver License
3 year Abstract
Proof of Insurance
Car Seat Training (provided)
Vulnerable Sector Check
Internal Records Check (CPIN)
Vehicle Safety Inspection (reimbursed)
General Orientation/Training -- Provided
When
Volunteer start after Pre-Service training. Offered 3 times a year (January, May and September)
Where
On-site Address
Guelph & Wellington County- Guelph & Wellington County, Ontario, Guelph, N1E 2M7
Guelph , Ontario
Causes
Children & YouthCommunity & Social Services
Skills & Experience
Visiting / Accompanying
Tags
youthfamilieschildrendriverguelphdrivesfcscasoacasfamily and children serviceswellington county
Type of Volunteer
Individual
Type of Activity
Physically Inactive
Good for Ages
Adult (Ages 18-54)Older Adult (Ages 55+)
Less Details
Family & Children's Services of Guelph and Wellington County (FCSGW)
https://www.fcsgw.org/
5198242410
Causes
we are a part of.
Communities
we help & serve
MenWomenSpecial Needs and DisabilitiesEnglish as Secondary Language (ESL)Families (Adults with Children)First Nations & Indigenous PeopleHomeless Youth and AdultsImmigrants/RefugeesLGBTQ2+ CommunitiesPeople Living in PovertyChildrenTeens / YouthPublic/Community Benefit
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Homework Helper & Education Inspirer
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Volunteers in this role provide one-on-one academic support and motivation to learn or complete homework.
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Morning Shift
Description
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Minimum Age Requirement
Adult (Age 18-54)
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On-Site
Ongoing Opportunity
Posted
2024-12-23
Volunteer Driver (aka Chauffeur)
Family & Children's Services of Guelph and Wellington County (FCSGW)
5 Openings
Summary
Families are connect to each other and needed programs with the support of volunteers removing transportation barriers.
Description
What you’ll be doing
Volunteer Drivers work towards the safety and well-being of children and youth by connecting children and parents to each other or to resources that support their family’s wellbeing. This could be driving a new mom and baby for their first check up, taking a dad from Mount Forest to Guelph for caring Dad’s parenting group, driving a child to their weekly counselling session, or taking a family to a medical appointment. Volunteers in this role are ‘chauffeurs’
Please note: The application process can take 6-8 weeks. Pre-Service training is offered 3 times a year. (January, May and September)
Commitment:
- 8 months to ongoing.
- Days of the week and times are flexible based on the volunteer’s availability.
- Weekend availability is welcome but not required.
- Review weekly email with needed drives, select and communicate your availability
- Drive children and/or parent to specified location set by FCSGW (Guelph, Wellington County, and occasionally outside of the county)
- Ensure the safe transportation during the trip o Follow speed limits and general road safety
- Ensure seatbelts are in use
- Ensure car seats are installed correctly
- Carry a cell phone
- Complete and submit monthly log for mileage reimbursement
- Be reliable, punctual, respectful and understanding of last minute changes
- Attend orientation or training sessions
- Open commitment, opportunity to take as many or as few drives as you wish
- Knowledge that you are working to help keep or reconnect children with parents
- Orientation, Training and support from staff
- Reimbursement for police check, 3 year abstract, vehicle safety check and KM’s
- Opportunities to connect with other volunteers
- Access to a variety of training
- Like and enjoy being around children
- Enjoy a variety of people and have a positive outlook
- Patient and have empathy for others
- Understanding that last minute changes or cancelations can occur for a variety of reasons
- Welcoming and passionate about supporting family wellbeing in our community
- Have problem solving skills
Family & Children’s Services of Guelph and Wellington County is committed to working from an Anti-Oppressive and Equity practice and dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live and serve. The agency encourages applications from members of an Equity deserving group and/or with lived experience. We are committed to creating an accessible environment for all.
Reach out to [email protected] or 519-824-2410x2410 if you have any accommodation needs.
Requirements
Whether you meet these requirements or not, we encourage you to share your interest in us. You may still be a fit for a different opportunity with our organization.
Driver License
Over “age of majority” in province of opportunity
Driver's License
Willing to undergo a background or police records check
Access to car
Valid Driver's License
Clean driving record & insurance coverage
Own cell phone
Driver License
3 year Abstract
Proof of Insurance
Car Seat Training (provided)
Vulnerable Sector Check
Internal Records Check (CPIN)
Vehicle Safety Inspection (reimbursed)
General Orientation/Training -- Provided
When
Volunteer start after Pre-Service training. Offered 3 times a year (January, May and September)
Where
On-site Address
Guelph & Wellington County- Guelph & Wellington County, Ontario, Guelph, N1E 2M7
Guelph , Ontario
Causes
Children & YouthCommunity & Social Services
Skills & Experience
Visiting / Accompanying
Tags
youthfamilieschildrendriverguelphdrivesfcscasoacasfamily and children serviceswellington county
Type of Volunteer
Individual
Type of Activity
Physically Inactive
Good for Ages
Adult (Ages 18-54)Older Adult (Ages 55+)
Less Details
Family & Children's Services of Guelph and Wellington County (FCSGW)
https://www.fcsgw.org/
5198242410
Causes
we are a part of.
Communities
we help & serve
MenWomenSpecial Needs and DisabilitiesEnglish as Secondary Language (ESL)Families (Adults with Children)First Nations & Indigenous PeopleHomeless Youth and AdultsImmigrants/RefugeesLGBTQ2+ CommunitiesPeople Living in PovertyChildrenTeens / YouthPublic/Community Benefit
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Our Opportunities
Found: 4 Opportunities
Volunteer Driver (aka Chauffeur)
Guelph, Ontario
Families are connect to each other and needed programs with the support of volunteers removing transportation barriers.
Ongoing
See Details
Family Support Volunteer
Guelph, Ontario
Family Support Volunteers provide one-on-one support, work towards goals and help build community connections.
Ongoing
See Details
Mentor or Youth Mentor
Guelph, Ontario
Volunteers provide one-on-one support to a child (5-12) or youth (12+) through regulars visits, fun activities & making community connections.
Ongoing
See Details
Homework Helper & Education Inspirer
Guelph, Ontario
Volunteers in this role provide one-on-one academic support and motivation to learn or complete homework.
Ongoing
See Details
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Morning Shift
Description
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Minimum Age Requirement
Adult (Age 18-54)
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