Volunteer Driver (aka Chauffeur)

Job Responsibility: You are about to tell that you're interested in their volunteer .If you'd like to add some additional information about yourself or ask questions, you can do so in the message box below.Once you click the confirm button, will be notified you're interested in volunteering for them and they will have access to your profile, contact information, and resume. You can wait for them to follow up with you or contact them through their profile pageOn-SiteOngoing OpportunityPosted2024-12-23Volunteer 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 doingVolunteer 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.

Responsibilities :

• 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

Volunteer Perks :

• 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

You would be a good fit for this role if you :

• 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 the decolonization of the child welfare system while remaining focused on the safety and wellbeing of children with their families and kin. This includes challenging and responding to the structural inequalities experienced by families. Fundamental to the work of Family Services are the foundations of Equity, Anti-Oppression, Indigenous Safety, and Trauma in child welfare using the practice models of Signs of Safety and Family Finding.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 View email address on ca.edajobs.com or View phone number on ca.edajobs.com 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 LicenseOver “age of majority” in province of opportunityDriver's LicenseWilling to undergo a background or police records checkAccess to carValid Driver's LicenseClean driving record & insurance coverageOwn cell phoneDriver License3 year AbstractProof of InsuranceCar Seat Training (provided)Vulnerable Sector CheckInternal Records Check (CPIN)Vehicle Safety Inspection (reimbursed)General Orientation/Training -- ProvidedWhenVolunteer 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 2M7Guelph , OntarioCausesChildren & YouthCommunity & Social Services Skills & Experience Visiting / AccompanyingTagsyouthfamilieschildrendriverguelphdrivesfcscasoacasfamily and children serviceswellington countyType of VolunteerIndividualType of ActivityPhysically InactiveGood for AgesAdult (Ages 18-54)Older Adult (Ages 55+)Less DetailsFamily & Children's Services of Guelph and Wellington County (FCSGW) are a part of.Communitieswe help & serveMenWomenSpecial 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 BenefitCheck-out Some Additional Content from Family & Children's Services of Guelph and Wellington County (FCSGW)Loading...CopiedBanner with kids playingOur OpportunitiesFound: 4 OpportunitiesVolunteer Driver (aka Chauffeur)Guelph, OntarioFamilies are connect to each other and needed programs with the support of volunteers removing transportation barriers.OngoingSee DetailsFamily Support VolunteerGuelph, OntarioFamily Support Volunteers provide one-on-one support, work towards goals and help build community connections.OngoingSee DetailsMentor or Youth MentorGuelph, OntarioVolunteers provide one-on-one support to a child (5-12) or youth (12+) through regulars visits, fun activities & making community connections.OngoingSee DetailsHomework Helper & Education InspirerGuelph, OntarioVolunteers in this role provide one-on-one academic support and motivation to learn or complete homework.OngoingSee DetailsMessage Sent!Your message has been successfully sent to the organizationMorning Shift Description Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet consectetur adipisicing elit. Consequuntur, excepturi?Minimum Age RequirementAdult (Age 18-54)