Volunteer Driver (aka Family Chauffer)

Part Time, Permanent

within Wellington County and Guelph

Job Description

Volunteer Drivers are part of our Client Transportation team. They work towards the safety and well-being of children and youth by connecting children and parents to each other or to resources that support their family’s wellbeing. This could be driving a new mom and baby for their first check up, taking a dad from Mount Forest to Guelph for caring Dad’s parenting group, driving a child to their weekly counselling session, or taking a family to a medical appointment. Volunteers in this role are ‘chauffeurs’ and use their own vehicle. KM and expenses are reimbursed, including a meal reimbursement for longer trips.

Commitment: 1 year to ongoing. Drives could be during the week (day or evening) and on the weekend. Scheduling is flexible based on volunteer availability. 4 - 8 drives a week are preferred and can be averaged over the month.

Responsibilities: • Review weekly email with needed drives, select and communicate your availability • Drive children and/or parent to specified location set by FCSGW (Guelph, Wellington County, and occasionally outside of the county) • Assist individuals to and from the vehicle when needed • Ensure the safe transportation during the trip • Carry a cell phone • Report issues and concerns to FCSGW staff • Complete and submit monthly log for milage reimbursement • Maintain confidentiality • Attend orientation or training sessions • Work within the policies, procedures and practices of FCSGW

Volunteer Perks: • Open commitment, opportunity to take as many or as few drives as you wish • Knowledge that you are working to help keep or reconnect children with parents • Orientation, Training and support from staff and access to a variety of optional training • Reimbursement for police check, 3 year abstract, and KM’s o Current rate $0.59 per KM or $5 for less then 10km o KM rate calculated from your home to drive and back to your home o 24/7 Staff support • Opportunities to connect with other volunteers • Appreciation for your commitment

You would be a good fit for this role if you are: • Like and enjoy being around children • Enjoy a variety of people and have a positive outlook • Patient and have empathy for others • Understanding that last minute changes or cancelations can occur for a variety of reasons • Welcoming and passionate about supporting family wellbeing in our community • Have problem solving skills

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license & 3 year Drivers Abstract • Vulnerable Sector Check (police check) and internal agency record check • Proof of minimum 2-million liability insurance coverage • Declaration stating vehicle meets safety standards as per The Highway Traffic Act and requirements for the Ministry of Transportation. • Car Seat Training (required for younger children and babies), provided

How to Apply

Visit https://www.fcsgw.org/ and click the Volunteer link at

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Family and Children's Services of Guelph and Wellington County (FCSGW)

Family & Children’s Services of Guelph and Wellington County serves Wellington County and Guelph. With children, youth, families, and communities, we work inclusively and equitably toward safety, well-being, connection, and reconciliation. It is our vision that children and youth are safe, supported, and thriving. For more information visit our website https://www.fcsgw.org/

Family & Children’s Services of Guelph and Wellington County is committed to working from an Anti-Oppressive and Equity practice and dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live and serve. The agency encourages applications from members of an Equity deserving group and/or with lived experience. We are committed to creating an accessible environment for all. Please let us know if you have any accommodation needs.