| About the Position | |
| Position # | 2150 |
| Organization | Shelter Movers: Nova Scotia |
| Position | Mover/Driver - SMNS: HRM |
| Description |
Movers and Drivers are core to the organization by assisting on each move. In a group of 2-7 movers, volunteers will load/unload the client’s belongings into a vehicle and transport the client to the predetermined location. Vehicles are provided for the move, and movers who have a valid driver’s license are welcome to register as drivers. This is a great opportunity for someone who wants to make a big impact in a small amount of time. Each move varies from 3-5 hours. With our flexible volunteering model, you can sign up to volunteer on moves as per your availability. |
| Training Details | Volunteers will need to sign a confidentiality agreement, complete a police record check and attend a trauma informed care orientation. All volunteers must provide proof of full vaccination status on the day of a move. If individuals are not able to provide proof of full vaccination status, they must be able to provide written proof that sets out a documented medical reason for not being fully vaccinated against COVID-19, as well as a negative COVID-19 test result, administered within forty-eight (48) hours. |
| Working Conditions |
- Meet other movers at the arranged time and place - Work under the direction of a volunteer Lead Mover and Move Coordinator, and maintain communication with the Lead Mover and all other movers during move - Move client’s belongings in and out of vehicles, and transport client's personal belongings to a predetermined location (client's children may accompany some of the moves) - vehicles are provided - Liaise with the volunteer team, private security, and/or law enforcement - Continuously conduct risk assessments throughout a move - Maintain client confidentiality and provide trauma-informed care to all clients - Uphold Shelter Movers’ protocols and procedures - Work with private security and law enforcement (led by Lead Mover) when necessary |
| Minimum Duration | 3 months or less |
| Timing | Anytime |
| Age | 18+ |
| Ideal for | An Individual, A Group |
| Transportation | On a bus route |
| Area(s) of Interest | Leadership/Management, Housing, COVID-19 |
| Skill(s) | Time Management, Decision-Making/Prioritizing, Strategic Thinking, Problem Solving, Empathy |
| How to Apply | |
| Application Link: | |
| Application File: | |
| Website | http://sheltermovers.com |
| Send an Email Message | |
| Contact | Alexandra Doane |
| Address | Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada Halifax, B3M4X3 |
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