The Pack Day Assistant assists the Barrie Good Food Box Coordinator at the Barrie Free Methodist Church on the second Wednesday of every month.
Arrive at the church at 9 am on the second Wednesday of every month
Assit with greeting volunteers and directing them to set up the pack stations
Assit with overseeing the unloading of the truck when it arrives
Assit with overseeing the packing of the food
Help maintain enthusiasm among volunteers
The Barrie Good Food Box is a community buying program for fresh produce. Barrie Good Food box is a program of CMHA Simcoe County.
We are looking for volunteers to assist with "pack day" on the second Wednesday of the month between 9 am to 6 pm at the Barrie Free Methodist Church (290 Cundles Rd E).
Volunteers unload the food from the truck, pack the boxes, greet people and give boxes to participants when they arrive to pick up, and general cleanup duties.
We are also looking for volunteer drivers to deliver food to schools and recipients who could otherwise not participate.
The Barrie Good Food Box is a community buying program for fresh produce. Barrie Good Food Box is a program of CMHA Simcoe County.
- Manage customer inquiries
- Submit order to supplier- 1 week in advance by text message with location and number of boxes
- Ensure only boxes that have been paid for or a token has been received are ordered
- Remind customers of order deadlines 1 week prior to pick up date and pick-up date and time
- Coordinate volunteer packers for delivery day
- Manage the set up of tables to sort and pack produce into boxes, clean up the host site, and disposal of cardboard
- Greet customers and record as boxes are picked up, take any pre-orders for the following month, and record accordingly
- Complete monthly reports and bank deposit/cheque-send report, bank deposit receipt or cheque, any tokens received, and a copy of supplier invoice to United Way by both mail and send a copy/photo by email to food@unitedwaybg.com
- Keep records of orders, pre-orders, and token use
- Promote the program within the community (social media, word of mouth)
- Availability to be on site for delivery day
- Some lifting may be required of produce on delivery day to unload the truck
*Hanover is also in need of a new location (publically accessible building) to run the program.
Space Requirements:
· Access for delivery truck
· Ramps for easy entry
· Open area to pack boxes
· Access for customers to pick up packed boxes
Duties include supporting two separate locations with:
- Food bank operations
- Thrift store operations
- Loading and unloading of inventory
- Work with a team of volunteers to sort fruits and vegetables into individual orders
- Handle food gently and hygienically, and arrange the boxes for maximum appeal
- Assist with packing site set-up and clean-up
Volunteers required for assisting at activity programs:
- Special events
- Outings
- Meal assistance
- Friendly visiting
- Transporting residents to and from programs
- Simcoe Cycling Without Age
- Entertainment/Music
- Cook, bake, gardening
- Activities with residence
- Supporting with activities of daily living
Join our retirement lodge as a volunteer to assist with enhancing the lives of residents in a welcoming environment. As a volunteer, you’ll support engaging programs that promote connection, independence, and well-being.
What You’ll Do:
- Engage and encourage residents to participate in activities
- Assist with program setup and clean-up
- Escort residents to and from programs
- Support activities by offering guidance and encouragement
- Share important observations with staff
- Work with Recreation Coordinator to assist with engaging programs
What We’re Looking For:
- Compassionate, patient, and friendly individuals
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Reliability and willingness to learn
- Comfort in a communal setting and light physical activity
- Individuals who are motivated to lead programs without assistance
Why Join Us?:
- Make a meaningful impact
- Gain valuable experience
- Build connections in a supportive environment
- Feel the positive effects of providing a varied and enjoyable life for older adults
- Gain knowledge and experience in the area of elder care
Available positions:
- Kitchen Assistant
- Maintenance
- Housekeepers
- Outside maintenance (grounds keeping, etc.)
- Shelter support
- Cafeteria support
Help to deliver meals to residents in your community for the meals on wheels program.
- assist with client based activities such as arts and crafts, meal times
- assist with special events and programs
- Café assistance serving food, clearing tables etc.
- physical maintenance of the residence and landscape
Make a difference in the lives of our patients. Whether you want to volunteer directly with patients or support their care at RVH, we have an opportunity that is right for you.
To explore the opportunities available to volunteer in at RVH, visit this link: https://www.rvh.on.ca/careers/volunteering/volunteer-opportunities/
To fill out an application, click this link and select 'Apply to Be a Volunteer Now'. If you are a student looking to join our summer program, please select 'Join Our Summer Program'.