Volunteer - Meals on Wheels

PURPOSE: Delivery of hot and/or frozen meals to isolated seniors and persons with disabilities. Referrals are usually received from doctors, nurses, hospitals, social workers, relatives or anyone seeing the need. Self-referral is also accepted. Meals on Wheels volunteers also serve as our eyes and ears for the well-being of the client.

REQUIREMENTS: A valid Ontario G-class license and updated insurance papers (drivers only).
A clear Criminal Records Check (we can supply papers required to obtain this)

DESIRABLE CHARACTERISTICS: Reliable, trustworthy, patient, punctual, warm and caring.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
> Always wear your SCHC Volunteer Photo ID which is visible to the client.
> Ensure your vehicle is in good running condition, with sufficient gas.
> May need to pick up the Runner.
> Collect meals from source (details included below).
> Check for changes in daily routine, instructions or special diets.
> Deliver meals to clients, allowing a few minutes of socialization (small talk) at each delivery.
> Observe general state of mind and health of the client.
> Report concerns immediately to the coordinator.
> Alert staff as soon as possible if unable to deliver a meal. Make a note and report it.
> Check for correct number of meals and proper diets, before starting on your route and clarify if in doubt.
> Provide minimum 48hours notice (or more) if you are unable to make your shift
> Ensure the bags are picked up from and returned to the main office at 629 Markham Rd.
> Hold on to the bags only if you do a route on a regular basis – speak to Joan.
> Ensure that the client list is returned to the Coordinator after each delivery
> Maintain a Mileage Form and submit to the Coordinator bi-annually (June and December).

TIME AND LOCATION:
> Delivery time for the meals is between 11:30am and 1:30p.m.
> The delivery takes approximately TWO hours (or less) depending on the route.
> Meals are picked up from the following source in the Community:
SCHC Main site (629 Markham Rd.) for both hot & frozen meals.
Pick-up at 11:30am, Monday to Friday only

ORIENTATION & TRAINING:
Mandatory on-line SCHC Volunteer Training provided by Coordinator of Volunteer Engagement. You will also be scheduled for an on-the-job orientation with the Meals on Wheels Coordinator or with an experienced volunteer. Attend in-service education sessions when required.

COMMITMENT: Six months at minimum.

BENEFITS:
> Satisfaction of providing personal contact on a regular basis to isolated individuals. It contributes to our clients living independently in their own homes longer.
> Enhancing communication skills by interacting with seniors.
> Contribute your time and experience to a community-based organization.
> Understand the work culture of the non-profit organization.
> Giving back to the community and network with other volunteers.
> Volunteer Hours Letter provided after three months of consistent volunteering
upon request.

Please send inquiries/resume at volunteerprogram@schcontario.ca