Vision: Neighbour helping neighbour
Mission: People with the least access to resources will have increased power to determine and achieve their goals
In pursuit of this vision, Bissell Centre exists in order to:
Meet basic daily needs met for those with least access to resources , Improve the quality of life for those with least access to resources, Give children living in poverty a chance for a brighter present and future , Increase the education and awareness of issues of poverty within the greater Edmonton community.
Description:
Volunteer will help staff collect donated food for the effective distribution to program participants with food insecurity.
Volunteers Required:
5-10
Skills and Experience:
-Knowledge of the inner city, its issues and the work of the Bissell Centre
-Understanding of the importance of, and maintain, client confidentiality
-Courtesy towards clients
-Good personal hygiene
-Safe food handling practices
-Capable of working independently and collaboratively
-Reliable and trustworthy
-Good attention to details
Other Language Required:
Requirements:
Requires criminal records check
Reimbursements:
Training Provided:
Orientation to the Bissell Centre as well as on the job training provided by supervisor.
Benefits to Volunteer:
-Volunteer will gain understanding of Bissell Centre clients and inner city issues.
-Volunteer will have the opportunity to assist low income people to meet their nutritional needs.
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