Opportunities From: Municipality of Clarington

(For Bowmanville Hospital Foundation)

JOIN the "We Care, We Can Team!"

Passionate about making a difference in our community? We're looking for Committee Members and Volunteers to help drive our hospital redevelopment and expansion efforts. Let's work together on impactful outreach, collaborations, and raising awareness.

Interested?
Please contact:
Stephanie Lamanna at slamanna@lh.ca or
Pankaj Panchal at (613) 726-2425

A Gift of Art is looking for Volunteers to join our not for profit Art Gallery/Gift Shop located in Newcastle. We are looking for fresh ideas and people with passion for our community.

No knowledge of Art is required.

We host several community events and need volunteers that can assist in organizing a have the ability to be flexible when needed.

greeting guests into the Gallery/Gift Shop

Please send email to gallery@agiftof-art.com

Bowmanville United Soccer Club is looking for Volunteers to join our non-profit organization's Board of Directors. We have several open positions currently, professional and enthusiastic adults are encouraged to reach out.

Being a member of our board is a rewarding experience; we need an individual(s) that can commit to attending monthly meetings for a one year term.

We are looking for candidates that are professional, patient, and have skills that will enhance the existing Board. If you don't have any soccer or volunteer board experience that's OK, we were all new once too!

If you think you might be a good fit with us please send us an email outlining your experience and why you'd like to join us at bowmanvillesoccer@gmail.com

We are looking to add to our Volunteer Board!

We are looking for volunteers to be a Division Convenor for our Outdoor 2024 Soccer season. Division Convenors are a conduit to get information from the BUSC Board to the Coaches, and from the Coaches to the Board.

This is an important role within our Club and is best held by someone who is an effective communicator. Our Division Convenors are responsible for keeping the coaches in their division up to date on important league information and keep in constant contact with them throughout the season dispersing information, equipment, schedules, awards, team photos or other handouts as required.

Brain Wave Café provides a safe, comfortable and supportive environment for people with dementia and their care partners to meet once a monthly for socialization, improving well being and reducing isolation. This group meets the 1st Thursday of each month at the Bowmanville Older Adults Ass. starting on Jan 5. 2023 from 1:30 - 3:00. The volunteer welcomes the guests and fosters a safe environment for the participates to enjoy conversation and discussion in a safe environment.  The volunteer will promote interaction and participation by providing positive verbal support and encouragement.  Volunteer will assist with offering tea, coffee and light refreshments to the participants. 

Office Heros are part of the backbone of our organization.  Reporting to the office administrator, this role will provide support to the administrative team and will be the face of our organization by providing support at the front desk and answering incoming calls.  Office Heros perform administrative duties relating to the processing of gift and tax receipts and operational support in the office.  Shifts are available for this position Monday to Friday from 9:00 - 4:00.

Help out at one of our many luncheons, special events, bingo or euchre tournaments!

Gift and Coffee Shop operated by the Association of Hospital Volunteer Bowmanville. All monies raised by the volunteers through sales supports important equipment purchases for the Bowmanville Hospital. Currently funds are also being raised to support a one-million-dollar pledge for equipment for the upcoming hospital expansion.

Our goal is to have two volunteers on each shift.  The duties of the volunteers include stocking and general tidiness of the shop; supporting customer questions on stock available; handling cash (cash register training is provided) and simple shift reconciliation.  

Current shop hours are Monday, Wednesday, Friday 9:15-12:45
Tuesday and Thursday 9:15-3:30pm
On order to expand our hours of operation to meet the needs of our patients, visitors and staff we are seeking more volunteer help!

Please note that current hospital policy requires all volunteers to provide proof of 3 doses of the Covid-19 vaccine (2 doses + 1 booster)

Sort and pack food, assist guests and stock shelves.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES FOR DAO BINGO TEAM VOLUNTEER

Volunteers on assignment, at minimum, must:

While on assignment volunteers must not:

Volunteers provide phone calls to clients on a regular basis to engage in friendly conversation.

Roles include packing meals, sanitizing MOW bags, and delivering meals to clients’ homes.

Provide transportation and/or assist staff with providing congregate dining for CCD clients.

Volunteers provide face to face visits to clients on a weekly basis to share in conversation and common interests.

Assist the nurse in the administration of the Foot Care Clinic.

Deliver a weekly food box containing essential groceries to clients’ homes. 

Assist with providing social and recreational activities for clients at the Bowmanville, Pickering, Uxbridge and Whitby sites. 

Volunteer year round at the Lakeridge Health Oshawa Hospital.

Benefits:

Exposure to the hospital department setting * opportunity to positively impact the patient/visitor experience * student volunteers have opportunities for “Auxiliary” scholarships and other awards * "Auxiliary” awards for exceptional service from adult volunteers * recognition and social activities.

At this time, all volunteer programs within our five hospitals have been put on hold; however, we are still recruiting for the time when it is appropriate for us to resume.  Please visit our website and submit a Lakeridge Health Online Application (only one submission is needed).

Once the programs are up and running again, we will be updating what our current needs are.  If you respond to this listing, please know your information is secure and we will absolutely be connecting with you again.

Thank you so much and stay well.

Authority & Responsibility:

The Board of Directors is the legal authority for the Bethesda House. As a member of the Board, a Director acts in a position of trust for the community and is responsible for the effective governance of the organization.

Requirements:

General Duties:

A Board member is fully informed on organizational matters, and participates in the Board’s deliberations and decisions in matters of policy, finance, programs, personnel and advocacy.

Qualification & Skills:

Benefits:

Time & Financial Requirements:

Bethesda house is a charitable, non-profit corporation governed by a volunteer Board of Directors. If you are committed to the issues of relationship abuse in our region, and interested in being considered for a position on the Board, please contact the Bethesda House Executive Director at (905) 697-3700, Extension 301 or email director_bethesda@rogers.com

Purpose:
To assist with events throughout the year. Events include Walk A Mile In Her Shoes, Take Back The Night, Dinner & Auction, Downtown Bowmanville events and festivals, pre & post Christmas preparation.

Responsibilities:

**will vary depending on event and location
- help with set-up and take-down of event or booth
- engage with visitors/participants, talk about and promote Bethesda House programs
- assist with other duties as needed such as registration
- work as part of a professional team alongside other event volunteers and Bethesda House staff

Qualifications:
Attention to detail, interest in learning, ability to move reasonably-sized boxes, help set-up/take-down of tents and tables, dependability, ability to understand directions in English, willingness to learn and accept supervision and direction, willingness to accept and work with people of diverse backgrounds.

Training for this position will be provided and support will always be available throughout.

Dress Code:
Casual and comfortable, appropriate for work to be completed. Flat, closed-toes shoes.

100% of proceeds from our store & events directly benefit Bethesda House and it's outreach programs.

Purpose:
To assist with events throughout the year. Events include Walk A Mile In Her Shoes (June), Take Back The Night (September), Dinner & Auction (May), Downtown Bowmanville events and festivals, pre & post Christmas preparation (December & January). This position is eligible for high school community hours.

Responsibilities:

**will vary depending on event and location
- help with set-up and take-down of event or booth
- engage with visitors/participants, talk about and promote Bethesda House programs
- assist with other duties as needed such as registration
- work as part of a professional team alongside other event volunteers and Bethesda House staff
- treat volunteering as you would a paid job with respect, promptness, respectable clothing and positive attitude

Qualifications:
Attention to detail, interest in learning, ability to move reasonably-sized boxes, help set-up/take-down of tents and tables, dependability, ability to understand directions in English, willingness to learn and accept supervision and direction, willingness to accept and work with people of diverse backgrounds.

Training for this position will be provided and support will always be available throughout. This position is eligible for high school community hours.

Dress Code:
Casual and comfortable, appropriate for work to be completed. Flat, closed-toes shoes.

100% of proceeds from our store & events directly benefit Bethesda House and it's outreach programs.

Purpose: To help with running our new & gently-used clothing store Second Chance and with sorting donations for Bethesda House. All proceeds from the store directly benefit Bethesda House and it's outreach programs. Most hours are available weekends only as location closes at 4pm weekdays.

Note: Students must have their own email address and apply to the position themselves.

Main Location: The Second Chance store at 25 King Street West, Bowmanville, Ontario.

Responsibilities:
- assist store customers
- keep store tidy (sweeping, mopping, straightening racks)
- handle cash, learn to operate register
- price and hang clothing for sale in the store
- work as part of a professional team with other store volunteers and Bethesda House staff
- learn about Bethesda House & Second Chance in order to promote to customers
- treat volunteering as you would a paid job with respect, promptness, respectable clothing and positive attitude

Length of Appointment: Scheduled for a 3 or 5 hour shift once per month, according to his/her availability. Hours are eligible for high school requirements.

Qualifications:
Dependable, pleasant personality, willingness to learn and accept supervision and take direction, ability to understand directions in English, willingness to accept and work with people of diverse backgrounds. Able to follow store and donations sorting procedures (you will receive training). Able to move reasonably-sized boxes and bags of donations. 

Support: Training for this position will be provided and support is available for questions and assistance.

Dress Code:
Casual and comfortable. Appropriate for work being done. Close toed shoes.

100% of proceeds from our store directly benefit Bethesda House and it's outreach programs.

Purpose:
To sort through clothing and other items donated to the Bethesda House's Second Chance gently-used and new clothing store, setting aside unusable items and preparing the remaining items to sell. This position is eligible for high school community hours. Most hours are available weekends only as location closes at 4pm weekdays.

Note: Students must have their own email address and apply to the position themselves.

Responsibilities:
- Accept items being donated according to store/shelter policy
- Sort items for sale, storage or other use according to Second Chance policies and procedures following health and safety guidelines
- Label and store items not yet for sale
- Prepare clothing for sale in the store
- Use clothes washer and dryer safely and appropriately
- Keep sorting and other work areas clean and tidy
- Work as part of a professional team alongside other store volunteers and Bethesda House staff
- Treat volunteering as you would a paid job with respect, promptness, respectable clothing and positive attitude

Qualifications:
Ability to distinguish items that are in good condition from items that are not, attention to detail, ability to move reasonably-sized boxes and bags of donations, dependability, ability to understand directions in English, willingness to learn and accept supervision and direction. Willingness to accept and work with people of diverse backgrounds.

Training for this position will be provided and support will always be available throughout. This position is eligible for high school community hours.

Dress Code:
Casual and comfortable, appropriate for work to be completed. Flat, closed-toes shoes.

100% of proceeds from our store directly benefit Bethesda House and it's outreach programs.

Purpose: To help with running our new & gently-used clothing store Second Chance and with sorting donations for Bethesda House. All proceeds from the store directly benefit Bethesda House and it's outreach programs.

Main Location: The Second Chance store at 25 King Street West, Bowmanville, Ontario.

Responsibilities:
- assist store customers
- keep store tidy (sweeping, mopping, straightening racks)
- handle cash, learn to operate register
- price and hang clothing for sale in the store
- work as part of a professional team with other store volunteers and Bethesda House staff
- learn about Bethesda House & Second Chance in order to promote to customers

Length of Appointment: Scheduled for a 3 (Sunday) or 5 (Saturday) hour shift once per month, according to his/her availability. After three months, the position may be extended at the discretion of the Outreach Manager. After six months, the person who is serving in this position may request to be considered for different volunteer positions within the agency if there is one available that is an appropriate fit for his/her abilities.

Qualifications:
Dependable, pleasant personality, willingness to learn and accept supervision and take direction, ability to understand directions in English, willingness to accept and work with people of diverse backgrounds. Able to follow store and donations sorting procedures (you will receive training). Able to move reasonably-sized boxes and bags of donations. Mature adult position.
*Community hours students please apply to student listed positions.

Support: Training for this position will be provided and support is available for questions and assistance.

Dress Code:
Casual and comfortable. Appropriate for work being done. Close toed shoes.

100% of proceeds from our store directly benefit Bethesda House and it's outreach programs.

Purpose:
To sort through clothing and other items donated to the Bethesda House's Second Chance gently-used and new clothing store, setting aside unusable items and preparing the remaining items to sell.

Responsibilities:
- Accept items being donated according to store/shelter policy
- Sort items for sale, storage or other use according to Second Chance policies and procedures following health and safety guidelines
- Label and store items not yet for sale
- Prepare clothing for sale in the store
- Use clothes washer and dryer safely and appropriately
- Keep sorting and other work areas clean and tidy
- Work as part of a professional team alongside other store volunteers and Bethesda House staff

Qualifications:
Ability to distinguish items that are in good condition from items that are not, attention to detail, ability to move reasonably-sized boxes and bags of donations, dependability, ability to understand directions in English, willingness to learn and accept supervision and direction. Willingness to accept and work with people of diverse backgrounds.

Training for this position will be provided and support will always be available throughout.

Dress Code:
Casual and comfortable, appropriate for work to be completed. Flat, closed-toes shoes.

100% of proceeds from our store directly benefit Bethesda House and it's outreach programs.

Purpose: To help with running our new & gently-used clothing store Second Chance and with sorting donations for Bethesda House. All proceeds from the store directly benefit Bethesda House and it's outreach programs.

Main Location: The Second Chance store at 25 King Street West, Bowmanville, Ontario.

Responsibilities:
- assist store customers
- keep store tidy (sweeping, mopping, straightening racks)
- handle cash, learn to operate register
- price and hang clothing for sale in the store
- work as part of a professional team with other store volunteers and Bethesda House staff
- learn about Bethesda House & Second Chance in order to promote to customers

Length of Appointment: Scheduled for a 3 hour shift once per week, according to his/her availability. After three months, the position may be extended at the discretion of the Outreach Manager. After six months, the person who is serving in this position may request to be considered for different volunteer positions within the agency if there is one available that is an appropriate fit for his/her abilities.

Qualifications:
Dependable, pleasant personality, willingness to learn and accept supervision and take direction, ability to understand directions in English, willingness to accept and work with people of diverse backgrounds. Able to follow store and donations sorting procedures (you will receive training). Able to move reasonably-sized boxes and bags of donations.

Support: Training for this position will be provided and support is available for questions and assistance.

Dress Code:
Casual and comfortable. Appropriate for work being done. Close toed shoes.

100% of proceeds from our store directly benefit Bethesda House and it's outreach programs.

Volunteer to lead or assist with leading a group of Scout aged 11-14 for weekly meetings and camps.

Volunteer to lead or assist with leading a group of Cub aged 8-10 for weekly meetings and camps.

Volunteer to lead or assist with leading a group of Beavers aged 5-7 for weekly meetings and camps.

Purpose: To help with pick ups of donations and other items such as tents (used at events) for Bethesda House.

Main Location: The Second Chance store at 25 King Street West, Bowmanville, Ontario with pick ups throughout Durham Region.

Responsibilities:
- pick up donations from community supporters and drop off to our Second Chance store location
- pick up & return of tents and other items for events 
- work as part of a professional team with other volunteers and Bethesda House staff
- learn about Bethesda House & Second Chance in order to promote to customers
- other duties as willing and able

Length of Appointment: Casual throughout the year.

Qualifications:
Dependable, pleasant personality, willingness to learn and accept supervision and take direction, ability to understand directions in English, willingness to accept and work with people of diverse backgrounds. Full G license and access to a reliable vehicle. Ability to follow directions and/or access to GPS/mapping app to pick up donations and event equipment.  Able to move reasonably-sized boxes and bags of donations.

Support: Training for this position will be provided and support is available for questions and assistance.

Dress Code:
Casual and comfortable. Appropriate for work being done. Close toed shoes.

100% of proceeds from our store directly benefit Bethesda House and it's outreach programs.

Community Living Oshawa/Clarington is looking for volunteers to assist people with developmental disabilities at their Clarington Project location (2444 Baseline Road West) in Bowmanville weekdays during the summer months. 

 Volunteers are needed to assist in the following areas from May until September (or longer):

Volunteers are able to work around their own schedules in order to assist at the Clarington Project.  Schedules will be determined once volunteer orientation has been completed.

ALL people applying to volunteer with Community Living Oshawa/Clarington are required to complete a Police Records Check for the Vulnerable Sector, along with a volunteer orientation and reference check. 

Those wanting to volunteer as drivers must also provide CLOC with a driver’s abstract, proof of G license, and valid automobile insurance.  CLOC recommends that people volunteering who prefer to use their own vehicle have liability insurance of $2 million or more.

To learn more about these volunteer activities, or to apply, please contact Julie Maskell at 905-576-3011x364 or via email at jmaskell@communitylivingoc.ca .  Alternately, a volunteer application can be found at www.communitylivingoc.ca under the ‘Get Involved’ tab.

Purpose: To keep Bethesda House, Outreach Centre and Second Chance Store properties clean and tidy.

Responsibilities:
- cutting grass in spring, summer and fall, as required
- trimming shrubbery
- clearing debris from the grounds
- notify supervisor regarding any repair or maintenance issues when identified
- removing snow from sidewalks, driveways and parking areas during winter, as required
- spreading down de-icing salt during winter, as required
- other duties as assigned

Qualifications: Knowledge of safe work practices, appropriate use of equipment, pleasant manner, ability to understand directions in English, willingness to learn and accept supervision, problem-solving ability, dependable, willingness to accept and work with people of diverse backgrounds.

Dress Code: Casual and comfortable, appropriate for work to be done, close toed shoes.

*Position not ideal for student unless can confidently prove knowledge as above and commit to being able to remove snow mornings before school commences.

Purpose:
To keep Bethesda House outreach building clean and organized by performing general housekeeping and maintenance duties.

Responsibilities:
- clean building floors by sweeping, mopping, vacuuming
- keep washrooms clean and stocked
- dusting
- prepare cleaning solutions according to specifications and use appropriately

Qualifications:
Basic knowledge of how to clean a building, safe work practices including appropriate use of cleaning supplies and equipment, pleasant manner, ability to understand directions in English and willingness to learn and accept supervision. Problem-solving ability, dependability and willingness to work with people of diverse backgrounds. Commitment will be one day, bi-weekly

Dress Code:
Casual and comfortable, appropriate for the work being done. Flat, close-toed shoes.

To video tape home and away games.