ACT Volunteer Role Description

Condom Dispenser Maintenance Volunteer

(Recruiting)




Programme


Gay Men's Outreach

Supervisor


Gay Men's Outreach 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..

Programme/Event
Mission Statement


To reduce the transmission of HIV and promote the health of men who have sex with men and the communities to which they belong through community based initiatives such as peer education, venue specific outreach, networking, and interagency collaboration.




Purpose


ACT distributes condom lube packs through a network of condom dispensers located in venues where gay men meet to socialize and/or hook up for sex.

Ensure that the condom dispensers are fully stocked and outreach materials are available conveniently and anonymously.

Benefits


Opportunity to make an important contribution to a vital service to the community without a significant time commitment.

Access to ACT Volunteer Benefits including occasional complimentary event tickets, volunteer appreciation events, supervision and letters of reference.


Time Commitment


1 hour per week late afternoon on a weekday for a minimum of 6 months

Duties


The Volunteer will:
Pick up outreach materials at ACT.

Go to the designated community locations where ACT condom dispensers are located.

Restock the dispensers with condom/lube packs. Tidy and restock health promotion pamphlets as needed. Replace featured poster on an occasional basis. Clean dispenser as needed.

Represent ACT to community partner staff and or management.

Able to make general referrals about sexual health that can come up while performing duties.

Call in after each shift. Report any problems or concerns to Gay Men's Outreach Coordinator.

Return outreach bags to ACT.


Personal Qualities
and Skills


Required Qualities & Skills:
- Warm, friendly and open personality.
- Professional, responsible and reliable.
- Comfort with being in a public space representing ACT.
- Able to make a referral in occasional conversation.


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