ACT Volunteer Role Description

Furniture Bank Volunteer

(Not currently recruiting)




Programme


Practical Assistance

Supervisor


Practical Assistance Coordinator

ACT's
Mission Statement


The AIDS Committee of Toronto (ACT) develops and delivers innovative programs and services that promote the dignity, health and well-being of individuals and communities living with, affected by and at risk for HIV/AIDS..




Purpose


The Furniture Bank Program provides People Living with HIV/AIDS (PHAs) who are on limited income, access to furniture and house-hold items.

Benefits


*Limited program coordination experience.
* The satisfaction of providing hands-on assistance to People Living with HIV/AIDS, and improving their living space.

Time Commitment


4 hrs per month as when needed.

Duties


The Volunteer will:
* Maintain an orderly and persentable space ( this includes periodic cleaning, sorting and inventory of the Furniture Bank).
* Other adminsitrative tasks as required when needed.

Personal Qualities
and Skills


Required Qualities & Skills:
*punctuality is imperative.
*organizational skills.
*good people skills.
*some ability to lift/move heavy items may be required.
*comfortable with a limited "thrift shop" atmosphere.

Training
Requirements


Volunteer Core Skills Training, On-the-job Training with Supervisor and/or other Volunteers



For more information about or to apply for this role, contact:
Program Volunteer Resources Manager
AIDS Committee of Toronto
399 Church Street, 4th floor
Toronto, M5B 2J6

phone: (416) 340-2437