Meals on Wheels - Nutrition Heroes

Volunteer opportunity conditions :   

• Location :   In-person
• Regions or cities : Etobicoke and Timmins
• Minimum age :  18 years and older
• Minimum volunteer hours/period :  Hours can range from 1.5 (minimum) to 3 hours, 1 shift per week within the working week (Monday to Friday)   
• Specific requirements : Full driver's license is required. Candidates must have use of their own vehicle to deliver meals to clients.

The Canadian Red Cross (CRC) – an inspirational not for profit organization, helps people and communities in Canada and around the world in times of need and supports them in strengthening their resilience. We are committed to having an accessible, diverse, inclusive, and barrier-free working environment. 

The Meals on Wheels Team is looking for volunteers. This family volunteer opportunity will allow you to bring your child or dependent AKA Nutrition Hero with you. This program is a great way to spend quality time together while gaining new experience and meeting new people in the community.

As a volunteer in this role, you will : 

• Pick up prepared meals from the designated location.
• Deliver meals to clients’ homes on a pre-determined schedule.
• Observe routine precautions in the handling of food, including hand hygiene.
• Provide professional customer service when delivering meals. 
• Maintain accurate records of program deliverables as instructed, possibly including trips, meals delivered and mileage.
• Children will be given a weekly activity and encouraged to give their drawing and/or artwork to a client during the meal delivery.

You bring these essential talents : 

• Ability to pick up and deliver meals using your own transportation method.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Confident to handle client related incidents.
• Understanding the importance of maintaining confidentiality.
• Ability to lift and carry meal orders.
• Sensitive to needs of seniors/people with disabilities.
• Punctual, reliable, conscientious.
• Full Driver's license and a satisfactory driving record is required.