Volunteer Application Volunteers are the backbone of The Sharing Place Food Centre. Without their dedication and commitment, we would not be able to support our members or run our programs. We are looking for volunteers who can commit to a regular schedule, on the same day(s) each week. Keeping a regular schedule helps us to provide members with high-quality service. It also allows our volunteers to become comfortable in their roles and build a rapport with the same team each week. With that in mind, please complete the form below and we will reach out to you within 5 business days. Thank you!Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.First Name *Last Name *Date of Birth (MMM DD YYYY) *Address *Home Phone Number *(Numbers only, no spaces or dashes)Cell Phone NumberIf applicable (Numbers only, no spaces or dashes)Email *Emergency Contact Name *Emergency Contact Phone Number *(Numbers only, no spaces or dashes)Please tell us why you want to volunteer at The Sharing Place. *Do you have any allergies, physical limitations or health problems that we should know about?(i.e. Ability to lift 40 lbs, problems standing for a few hours at a time, allergies, diabetes, etc.)Are you looking to complete community service hours? *YesNoIf you will require sign-off on community service hours, please indicate the school or organization that requires this.Have you ever received (or are you currently receiving) food assistance from The Sharing Place? *YesNoHow long can you commit to a volunteer position? *3-6 months6-12 monthsUnknownDo you have any planned absences (a week or longer) coming up in the next 3 months? Please specify dates. *What skills, abilities or strengths do you have that relate to your volunteering interests? *Volunteer Roles: Which role(s) are you interested in at The Sharing Place? Please check any/all that apply. Some roles are only available at certain times; we do our best to match volunteers to positions that fit their schedule, their strengths, and interests. *INTAKE – Greet members, take in-person and phone orders, update computer files during our Food Bank hours. Skills: empathy, phone, computer and customer relations skills, willingness to obtain a Vulnerable Sector Check.DISTRIBUTION - Assist members with obtaining fresh produce and pharmacy items during our Food Bank hours. Skills: customer relations, high energy, stamina as this can be fast-paced, ability to be on feet for a few hours.DISTRIBUTION STOCKER - Check and replenish food stocks in the Distribution area when food bank is running, including refilling empty fridges, freezers and shelves. When not replenishing, assist in the warehouse, helping to receive, weigh, sort, and store donated and purchased foods. Skills: physical strength and ability to lift food items repeatedly, high energy, stamina as this can be fast-paced, ability to be on feet for a few hours.BREAKDOWN KITCHEN CREW – Break down bulk food items to smaller portions and clean produce for distribution. Skills: Ability to work independently, ability to lift 40 lbs, safe food handling skills.WAREHOUSE MAINTENANCE & RECEIVING - Unload the food recovery donations as they arrive and place food in the appropriate storage location (dry/fridge/freezer). Keep the warehouse in an acceptable and safe condition. The M&R volunteer will be trained on lift truck, safety, and safe food handling practices. Skills: ability to problem solve and make decisions, lift 40-50 lbs, comfortable on feet for a few hours.WAREHOUSE FOOD SORTER - Sort, check expiration dates and shelve donated food items. Skills: ability to lift 40-50 lbs, comfortable on feet for a few hours.DRIVER FOR FOOD RECOVERY - Recover donated food items from local grocery stores. Skills: Clean driving abstract, comfortable driving large vehicle, ability to lift 50+ lbs, good customer relations skills, self-directed. MORNING SHIFTS ONLY, 8 AM - NOON.FOOD DELIVERY - Deliver food orders to members of the community who are unable to visit the food bank. Requires use of your own vehicle. Skills: empathy, ability to lift 40-50 lbs, familiar with Orillia area, sign confidentiality agreement. WEDNESDAYS ONLY 10 am - Noon.MEALS-4-CHANGE KITCHEN CREW - Assist with preparing, cooking, and portioning meals. Skills: comfortable working in commercial kitchen setting, safe food handling skills an asset.SUNSHINE SOUP 65+ - Assist with preparing, cooking and portioning soups. Community cooking program for seniors. Skills: be kind and awesome and 65+. THURSDAYS ONLY, 9:30 - 2:30.ON-CALL VOLUNTEER - Our Food Bank program runs 4 times weekly and sometimes we find ourselves short-staffed in Distribution or the Warehouse. We would benefit greatly from being able to call in an extra set of hands, when needed. Become trained and join our On-Call List for 1, 2, 3 or all 4 days! Skills: flexible and adaptable, able to work well with different teams and people.COMMUNITY EVENTS TEAM - Represent The Sharing Place at various community events around Orillia, indoors and out, typically on weekends. Familiarity with our programs is a must (training is provided). Skills: outgoing, ability to speak with members of the public, transport booth materials to/from event, transport food donations back to the warehouse, and wear a smile! WEEKEND AVAILABILITY REQUIRED.Select as many as applicableTell us about your availability. Are there specific days/times you have open?When you volunteer with us, you are committing to the following standards (See below) *I am committed to these standardsThe Sharing Place is a harassment free environment for its employees and volunteers. • I will adhere to the Health and Safety requirements and participate in training appropriate to my position. • I will respect all confidential information pertaining to clients, staff, donors and volunteers. • I will treat all individuals with a sense of dignity, respect, and worth. • I will maintain a non-judgmental attitude towards others, respecting cultural differences, living situations, and life-styles of others. • I will be dependable, recognizing my commitment and responsibility to The Sharing Place.Submit
