The Older 2SLGBTQIA+ Drop-In Program at The 519 provides people with opportunities to make deeper connections with their peers by socializing and learning through special events, guest speakers and promoting related community resources. Everyone is invited, regardless of gender identity, gender expression, or sexual orientation.

Responsibilities

• Works with staff to prepare and serve food
• Assists in setting up the room and tearing it down
• Assists staff in maintaining a clean and safe kitchen
• Assists new participants fill out the registration form
• Welcomes participants, captures attendance, and provides referrals if needed
• Interacts with participants to affirm and support them

Skills and Experiences

• Ability to remain active for extended periods of time
• Ability to interact with older adults from different backgrounds (trans folks, people of colour and indigenous)
• Be comfortable and respect different pronouns, gender identities and sexual orientations
• Work well in a team of volunteers, staff members, and students
• Customer service and communication skills
• Ability to lift heavy objects (50lb)
• Interacting positively with older adults
• Ability to take directions from the Program Coordinators

Time Commitment

• 4 months commitment
• One shift per week
• Shift Options:
  • Wednesdays, 1 pm to 5 pm
  • Thursdays, 4 pm to 8 pm

Training and Orientation

• Volunteer Orientation (Required)
• AODA Customer Service Module (Required)

Volunteer Selection

• Interested applicants may be asked to participate in a one-on-one interview to determine suitability

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