Meals on Wheels Volunteer Kitchen Dispatcher

1 week ago

Richmond, British Columbia, Canada Health & Home Care Society of BC Full time $1,000 - $20,000 per year

Summary

Join the Meals on Wheels team and make a real difference, one delivery at a time. We are seeking a dedicated and well-organized individual to manage the sorting of over 220 meals into designated route groups. These meals are then picked up by volunteer drivers who deliver them straight to the doors of isolated and homebound seniors, helping them stay nourished and connected to their community.

Description

Care BC is looking for a Volunteer Kitchen Dispatcher to oversee the sorting of over 220 meals into designated route groups. You will be supported by Kitchen Couriers who help count, stamp, sort, and bag the meals. Once prepared, these meals are dispersed across Vancouver and Richmond for our drivers to deliver them straight to the doors of isolated and homebound seniors.

Volunteer Impact:

Our dedicated volunteer team delivers over 400 meals a day, Monday – Friday

Last year, we delivered over 61,000 meals serving over 770 vulnerable seniors and homebound neighbors.

A Kitchen Dispatcher is at the heart of our Meals on Wheels program. Your dedication and attention to detail help ensure that isolated seniors receive the meals they rely on.

What does it take to be a Meals on Wheels Dispatcher?

  • Only 2 hours per week, from 8:30am-10:30am
  • Or less as a spare volunteer
  • Availability on week days

Why we do it:

  • To help keep seniors and isolated individuals live independently and confidently in their own homes
  • To help relieve stress on family caregivers

Why volunteer with Care BC?

  • A meaningful way to give back to your community
  • Flexible scheduling options
  • Supportive and welcoming staff and volunteer team
  • Ongoing training and support
  • Mileage reimbursement
  • Confirmation of volunteer hours and reference letters available after a qualifying period

Qualifications:

  • Strong Communication skills
  • Patient and reliable
  • Attention to detail
  • A good team member and leader

Other Requirements:

  • 18 years of age or older (volunteers under 18 can participate if accompanied by a guardian).
  • A cleared criminal record check. (CareBC can assist with this at no cost)
  • Willing to provide two references.
  • Proof of double COVID -19 vaccination (Vancouver Coastal Health recognizes Care BC as a health services provider because we support vulnerable clients).
  • Valid driver license and auto insurance (for car-based volunteers only).

How to Apply:

Fill out our application form on our website: Apply Now – CARE BC

If you have any questions or need support with the application, feel free to reach us at: or ext. 107

Job Type: Casual

Pay: $1.00 per year

Benefits:

  • Flexible schedule
  • Mileage reimbursement

Work Location: In person

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