Volunteer Driver

Become a Volunteer Driver

Volunteers need to commit to this program for a minimum of 1 year, with an option for ongoing commitment beyond that. Volunteer drivers pick-up and drop-off children and youth living in Foster and Kinship care for Access visits and appointments on weekdays, evenings and weekends.

Volunteer drivers are an integral link in the continuity of service between the young person, family and our Service team by ensuring they make it to scheduled appointments and that the child or youth is supported and appropriately supervised during the transportation process.

Qualifications

Must maintain vehicle in good working condition and show ongoing proof of insurance Have at least 5 years of driving experience Owner of an automobile and possess a valid Class G driverʼs license Ability to physically carry out the essential role functions, i.e. installation of car seats and carrying small infants and children

Transportation and Delivery Transport children and youth in a safe and timely fashion to designated appointments – we are a door to door service Ability to lift babies, small children, car seats and bags that small children may not be able to carry by themselves Ability and willingness to drive downtown and during peak hours Willingness to transport sibling groups

Safety Be a safe and responsible driver, and follow the rules of the road Follow all instructions on the Driver Manifest sheets Ensure child(ren) are transported in correct car seats and car seats are installed correctly Report any incidents, accidents or collisions to the CTC Office immediately Maintain confidentiality of our children/youth and families we serve (i.e. be mindful of information you hold especially on your drive manifest sheets)

Administrative Complete drive log/reimbursement forms and submit to the CTC Office as per reimbursement calendar schedule Review drive sheets and report any errors, i.e. incorrect address/phone number

About Volunteer Drivers

Other

Assets

Child's Transportation Centre

Knowledge of child welfare Understanding of child development Defensive Driving Training

Responsibilites

Attend periodic training and development meetings and periodic supervision Communicate with program staff and problem solve constructively Have integrity and a positive attitude Be flexible and reliable

Location and hours

Toronto, Greater Toronto Area and outside of the Greater Toronto Area

Day time, evening and weekends Peak weekday hours: 8AM -11AM and 3PM-8PM Peak weekend hours: 8AM -11AM and 5PM-8PM

Reach out to learn more and apply

Contact the Children's Aid Society of Toronto at hr@torontocas.ca to learn more about joining our Volunteer Driver team