Groceries from the SEED - Delivery Crew (Driver) - SDG Zero Hunger (Guelph Community Health Centre, Guelph

Groceries from the SEED - Delivery Crew (Driver) - SDG Zero Hunger

(Guelph Community Health Centre, Guelph - Downtown Location, Healthy Living)

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Position ID: V-GUE3181

Last Modified: 07 Jan 2022

Last Full Update: 07 Jan 2022

Opportunity Details

Impact Statement

Increased food access for community members.

Contact

Hannah Senitt, Volunteer and Student Coordinator, Guelph Community Health Centre; Phone: (519) 835-2268 ext 326; Email: volunteer@guelphchc.ca

Duties

Program expanding! SEED Delivery Team and Warehouse Crew volunteers needed.

The SEED is a not-for-profit food project at the Guelph Community Health Centre that was
created by a coalition to work towards a community with no barriers to healthy food. The SEED delivers programs and operates a social enterprise that address the causes and effects of food security.

Groceries from the SEED is a pay-what-you-can online grocery store with a purpose! When you shop at Groceries from the SEED you help people in your community afford good food. It takes a community to feed a community. Find more information here https://theseedguelph.ca Everyone is welcome to sign up!

Delivery Crew Volunteers are critical to the success of this program. Delivery Crew Volunteers pick up Groceries from the SEED baskets at the packing warehouse and delivery them to community members homes. Volunteers are required to drop groceries off at the door and do not enter homes.

This role a great for someone who would like to volunteer in-person, has access to a vehicle, would like to interact directly with clients (distant, delivery to the door only) and doesn't mind working alone.

Use of personal vehicle and cell phone are required for this role. Mileage compensation of use of personal vehicle is $6 per delivery route (6-10 stops) and paid quarterly. Self-scheduling with online spreadsheet is required.

IMPORTANT Information: This role can be done in pairs with people from the same household OR willingness to ride along with another driver in The SEED's cargo van.

*** Guelph CHC has a vaccination policy in place.

Sustainable Development Goals

No Poverty ; Zero Hunger ; Good Health and Well-Being ; Decent Work and Economic Growth ; Reduced Inequality ; Sustainable Cities and Communities

More Info Link

www.theseedguelph.ca

Benefits

 Meet people in your community
 Contribute to food security in your community
 Be appreciated for your hard work
 Build your network and gain future references

As part of our Volunteer Appreciation plan, Guelph CHC volunteers have access to internal job postings, training opportunities and the opportunity to sit on a various committees.

Clients

Guelph and Area Community members

Ages

18 year(s) and up

Suitable For

Adults (18+) ; Seniors (55+) ; Post-secondary students ; Newcomers / English as a second language ; Couples

Areas of Interest

Community / Neighbourhood Volunteering ; Emergency & Response ; Food Services / Nutrition ; Pandemic / Coronavirus / COVID-19 Support ; Transportation / Driver / Delivery

Skills/Experience

Communication & Interpersonal Skills ; Confidentiality ; Customer Service ; Planning & Organizing ; Self-Motivated / Work Independently ; Able to lift up to 20lbs.
Valid drivers license.

Commitment Length

Short Term (Up to 4 months) ; 2.5 hour shifts weekly for a minimum of 3 months.

Interaction Level

Solitary - Delivery to Door, Zero contact ; Volunteer can work in pairs with other members of the same household

Minimum Hours

2.5 / Week

Dates and Times

Tuesday: Morning, Afternoon
Friday: Morning, Afternoon

Flexible start times - 2.5 hour shifts between 11:30-4:30pm

Seasons

Year Round

Accessibility

Unknown - Packing Warehouse fully Accessible - delivery locations accessibility unknown

Location

69 Huron Street, Guelph ON

Number of Positions

Guelph

10 individual(s) needed in total.

Training

Orientation ; Training is provided ; Training is required ; Training on the job

Transportation

Driver License required ; Car required - Use of Personal vehicle is required for this role

Cost

There is never a cost to volunteer with the Guelph Community Health Centre. Delivery Crew volunteers are compensated for mileage $6 per delivery route (6-10 stops). Paid quarterly

Police Check

Required

Additional Requirements

** COVID pre-screening and mask wearing required **

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