Volunteers are the heart of the Canadian Red Cross. Our good work is only made possible because thousands of volunteers willingly give their time to help vulnerable people.
Every one of the more than 30,000 Canadians who volunteer plays a vital role in Red Cross operations. Each activity, from responding to disasters, educating youth on violence and abuse prevention, fundraising and governing, is equally important. For every person served there are hundreds of volunteers working behind the scenes coordinating, supporting and training.
Front Desk/Administration Assistants - Niagara Area Branch
The Niagara Branch is currently seeking Front Desk Assistants. Available shifts are Monday to Friday mornings or afternoons. Volunteers should be comfortable working in an office environment, answering telephone calls, processing first aid registrations, donations & payments, interacting with clients and have good organizational skills. Interested candidates should have a friendly, positive manner and respect the confidentiality of clients. A police check is required but volunteers will be reimbursed for the $15 fee.
For more information or to request a volunteer application package, please contact Sarah Forster, Community Support Assistant, Front Desk for Niagara Area Branch. Sarah can be reached at (905) 680-4099, ext. 7249.
Injury Prevention Volunteers:
There are currently two volunteer positions open in the Injury Prevention program. The volunteers will be based at the Cambridge branch, but will serve all of Kitchener/Waterloo and Cambridge.
The Canadian Red Cross is recruiting locally for our Personal Disaster Response Team. After an initial screening process, participants will learning about the Red Cross response framework; working with people affected by disasters; how to provide relief and recovery services; how to communicate with stressed clients and how to handle your own stress. Emergency First Aid training Is also included. This course offers in-class instruction as well as on-line training opportunities. After finishing the course, graduates act as responders to disasters in the event of either a small or large scale emergency. Graduates become important resources in their communities as they broaden awareness about the importance of personal emergency preparedness. The program requires a two-year commitment. Minimum age: 18 years. Class G driving license required.
You will be working with the largest humanitarian organization in the world.
If you would like to volunteer with Disaster Management contact Karen Hymas at karen.hymas@redcross.ca or call 905-522-8499 Ext 1252.
Volunteer Transportation Program
Niagara Area Branch The Niagara Area Branch is currently seeking responsible and caring volunteer drivers for the Volunteer Transportation Program. Help your neighbours and community members maintain their independence by driving them to medical and other appointments.
Choose where you drive – in your community or out of town
Choose when you drive
Receive reimbursement per km.
Free Emergency First Aid & Personal Preparedness Training
Police Check required but completed at no cost to volunteer
For more information or to request a volunteer application package, please contact Victoria LeBlanc - Community Support Assistant, Transportation for Niagara Area Branch. Email: Victoria.Leblanc@redcross.ca Niagara Area branch: (905)680-4099 ext. 7245
Burlington Branch The Burlington Branch is currently seeking volunteer drivers for the transportation program. The position requires a patient, responsible, reliable person with a good driving record to take clients to medical appointments. Availability during regular business hours is required. Reimbursement for mileage is available. Vehicles are available. The position is flexible enough for shift or part-time workers, or retirees.
For more information contact Joan Lewis, Volunteer Coordinator at 905-637-5664 or email: joan.lewis@redcross.ca
Meals on Wheels Teams (Driver and Runner)
Guelph-Wellington Branch The Guelph-Wellington Red Cross branch is currently seeking responsible and caring volunteers for our Meals on Wheels program. Volunteers work in teams of two - one driver and one server/runner to deliver meals in the community. Candidates must be available for morning shifts. Drivers are required to have a valid driver’s licence, insurance and a vehicle. Runners do not require a vehicle. This is a great opportunity to volunteer with a friend and a wonderful way to help those in need.
Front Desk/Admininstration Assistants
Guelph-Wellington Branch The Guelph-Wellington Red Cross branch is currently seeking Front Desk Assistants. Available shifts are Monday and Wednesday mornings, Friday mornings or afternoons. Volunteers should be comfortable working in an office environment, answering telephone calls, interacting with clients and have good organizational skills. Interested candidates should have a friendly, positive manner and respect the confidentiality of clients. A police check is required but is completed at no cost to the volunteer.
For more information or to request a volunteer application package, please contact Lisa Allen, Volunteer Resources Coordinator for Waterloo-Wellington at: Email: karen.innes@redcross.ca Kitchener-Waterloo Branch: (519) 742-2785 Guelph Branch: (519) 836-3523
London-Middlesex Branch The London-Middlesex Branch is currently searching for Front Desk Assistants. Morning shifts, from 8:30am to 12:00pm are currently needed, however other shifts can be discussed. Volunteers should be comfortable working in an office environment, answering telephone calls, interacting with clients and have good organizational skills. Interested candidates should have a friendly, positive manner and respect the confidentiality of clients. A police check is required but is completed at no cost to the volunteer.
Cambridge Branch The Cambridge Branch is currently searching for Front Desk Assistants. Morning shifts, from 9:00am to 12:30pm or Afternoon shifts, from 12:30pm – 4:30pm are currently needed, however other shifts and volunteer opportunities can be discussed. Volunteers should be comfortable working in an office environment, answering telephone calls, interacting with clients and have good organizational skills. Interested candidates should have a friendly, positive manner and respect the confidentiality of clients. A police check is required but is completed at no cost to the volunteer. More details>>
For more information or to request a volunteer application package, please contact Sharon Carriere, Community Services Assistant Email: sharon.carriere@redcross.ca Cambridge Branch 519-621-1840
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