Driver Escort
| Organization Details | |
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| Organization Name: | Selkirk & District Services to Seniors |
| Address: | 310 Christie Avenue Selkirk MB R1A 2L6 |
| Website: | http://www.selkirkseniorsresource.squarespace.com |
| Organizational Description: | We are a non-for-profit, community-based organization with ambition to assist individuals whom are 65+, disabled or convalescing to maintain their independent living status in our community. All of our programs are provided throughout the combined efforts of fee-for-service workers, Support Services staff and dedicated volunteers, whom are the pillars on which our organization is founded. |
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| Volunteer Opportunity Details | |
| Description of Duties: | Our Driver Escort Service provides year-round transportation for seniors and persons with disabilities to local or out-of-town medical appointments and in town shopping. Driver reimbursement for gas and use of their vehicle is based on a round trip and are determined by distance. |
| Skills Required: | All volunteer drivers must be at least 18 years of age, have a good driving record, safe vehicle, clear criminal record and adult abuse registry, enjoy driving and a desire to help seniors and persons with disabilities. |
| Skills Gained/Related Careers: | The simple act of driving can help seniors maintain their independence, well being and dignity. Volunteer driving is an excellent opportunity to develop/enhance interpersonal and communication skills. Volunteers gain experience working with seniors in a casual setting. This is a perfect opportunity for individuals seeking experience and training in the human services field, or for retired or semi-retired people. Volunteers become part of a great team who make a difference! |
| Age: | 18-30, 31-54, 55+ |
| Time Commitment: | Daytime Time commitments are flexible depending on the driver's daytime availability. Shift lengths for rides will vary from one hour to several hours. |
| Location of volunteer opportunity: | Interlake |
| Does opportunity require a criminal record check? | Yes Will cost be reimbursed? Yes |
| Does opportunity require a child abuse registry check? | No |
| Opportunity is available to candidates that: | General Populace |
| Organization will provide: | A letter of reference Certificate of recognition Evaluation Training/Orientation |
| How to Apply: |
Email: srcoordinator@lakenet.ca Phone: 204-785-2737 In Person Online: www.selkirkseniors.com |
| Closing Date: | Dec 31, 2022 |
