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    Philosophy:
    The volunteer will live simply in a shared household with other volunteers where caring relationships can be affirmed and nurtured. It is expected that the volunteer will develop relationships with the other volunteers, be open to giving and receiving counsel, and enthusiastically participate in issues (which include faith, lifestyle, and values) and activities of the local MVS unit and community. While there are differing expectations regarding how one is involved in the local faith community, the volunteer is willing to use his or her gifts and develop a relationship within the expectations of the local faith community.

    Essentials:
    Develop a relationship with the other volunteers and develop the expected relationship with the local faith community.


    Job 1


    Organization : St Clair O'Connor Community
    Title: Customer Service/Special Programs & Services Assistant
    Unit Name : MVS Toronto
    Current Status: Occupied
    Date available: September, 2006
    Full time

    Term length: 1-2 years

    Organization Description:
    St Clair O'Connor Community is an intergenerational housing complex, focusing primarily on seniors' housing. It is also a Elderly Persons Centre, and has an Adult Day Program for the cognitively impaired. It has approximately 150 housing units, including sixteen family town houses.

    Position Description:
    The Customer Service/Special Programs & Services Assistant will work in a number of areas, including the Program Department, residents activities, and reception. This position reports to the Life Enrichment Supervisor.

    Duties:

    • Assist with the organizing and implementation of special programs and services for the Life Enrichment Department; i.e. Adult Day Program, Canada Day, Volunteer Recognition, Health and Wellness programs, Trips, and fundraising events, et cetera.
    • Assist in the operation of an in-house store and coffee shop. This includs promoting the sale of Self Help crafts.
    • Assist with vacation coverage for Reception.
    • Assist Resident Services Team Leader with annual Emergency Information Update.
    • Attend staff meetings and In-service training sessions.
    • Help maintain a safe, secure environment for residents, clients, volunteers and staff.
    • Respect confidentiality and work cooperatively with staff, residents, clients, volunteers and students.
    • Comply with the organization's Policies and Practices for Health and Safety, Fire; e.g. respond to fire alarm, drills, et cetera. Comply with all the organization's guidelines.
    • Participate in other work activities as time permits.
    • Work effectively as a member of the multi-disciplinary team.

    Location Description:

    Toronto, the capital city of Ontario, is Canada's largest urban centre, with a population of 2.5 million people. It incorporates several universities and colleges, many arts, cultural, and sport activities, and a range of challenging urban issues that face most large cities. Issues such as homelessness, racism, poverty, etc., are spread through various different neighbourhoods. As one of the primary immigrant and refugee reception areas within Canada, Toronto is considered by the United Nations to be the most culturally diverse city in the world.

    Essentials for the position:

    • Strong interpersonal skills; willing and able to work with a variety of people.
    • Self-motivated and willing to take initiative, while at the same time responding to the needs and wishes of management, and others.
    • Friendly, outgoing and appreciative of seniors.
    • A willingness to work as a team.
    • Must be punctual and attend as scheduled.

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    Job 2


    Organization : World Vision Refugee Centre
    Title:     Transitional Housing/Outreach Worker
    Unit Name : MVS Toronto
    Current status: Vacant
    Date available: September, 2006
    Part time position

    Term Length: 1-2 years

    Organization Description:
    World Vision is a Christian humanitarian advocacy, relief, and development organization active in more than 90 countries around the world, providing help to more than 85 million people each year.

    World Vision has identified certain values that lie at the centre of their work. They declare these core values as the fundamental principles that determine their commitment to each other and to the poor.

  • We are Christian.
    From the abundance of God's love, we find our call to ministry.

  • We are committed to the poor.
    We are called to relieve their suffering and to promote the transformation of their condition of life.

  • We value people.
    We regard all people as created and loved by God. We give priority to people before money, structure, and systems.

  • We are stewards.
    We are faithful to the purpose for which resources are given and manage them in a manner that brings maximum benefit to the poor

  • We are partners.
    We are members of an international World Vision Partnership that transcends legal, structural, and cultural boundaries.

  • We are responsive.
    We are responsive to the life-threatening emergencies where our involvement is needed and appropriate.


    • Position Description/Qualifications:

    • World Vision are looking for someone with a second language, someone who will enjoy working with refugees (experience with this population will be a positive asset), is good with people, experienced doing advocacy. French or Spanish speaking would also be an asset.

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    Job 3


    Organization: Global Closet Thrift Shop (MCC)
    Title: Management Support Worker/Volunteer Coordinator
    Unit Name: MVS Toronto
    Current status: Occupied
    Date available: September 2006
    Part time Position

    Term Length : 1-2 years

    Organization Description:
    The Global Closet Thrift Shop is a new thrift shop in Toronto that opened in the summer of 2003. It seeks to be a friendly, caring presence in the community, showing value and respect to all. Practising and promoting faithful stewardship and care for God's creation and raising funds for MCC are key components to the mission statement of this and other MCC Ontario thrift shops.

    Position Description:
    The Management Support Worker/Volunteer Coordinator will relate with the shop manager, volunteers and customers. This position is accountable to the shop manager.

    Duties:

    • Responsible for managing the receiving of donations-in-kind and loading merchandise being picked up by customers.
    • Assist manager in maintaining attractive displays and merchandise on the shop floor.
    • Assist managers in keeping the workroom area neat and organized.
    • Fill in as customer service staff (i.e. Cashier) in the absence of the scheduled customer service staff.
    • Take responsibility to train and support the shop volunteers. This includes running the appreciation program and maintaining the scheduling of volunteers.
    • Build positive relationships with staff, donors, customers and the general community.
    • One day a week picking up and loading furniture.
    • Assist with store maintenance and other assignments from the manager as circumstances dictate.
    • Accept other assignments from manager as circumstances dictate.


    Location Description:

    Metro Toronto, the capital city of Ontario, is Canada's largest urban centre with a population of 2.5 million people incorporating several universities and colleges, many arts, cultural, and sport activities, and the full range of challenging urban issues that face most large cities. Issues such as homelessness, racism, poverty, etc., are spread through various different neighbourhoods. As one of the primary immigrant and refugee reception areas within Canada, Toronto has been considered by the U.N. to be the most culturally diverse city in the world.

    Essentials for the position:

    • Ability to derive satisfaction from being part of a team that is committed to doing its part in carrying out the mission of Mennonite Central Committee generally and MCC Thrift Shops in particular.
    • Strong interpersonal skills; willing and able to work with a variety of people.
    • Friendly, outgoing and appreciative of volunteers.
    • A heart for justice and global understanding.Retail experience and interest an asset.
    • Self-motivated and willing to take initiative, while at the same time responding to the wishes of the Manager, and
    • A willingness to work as a team with volunteers.
    • Must be fit; to do heavy lifting and carrying.

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    Job 4


    Organization: Habitat for Humanity Toronto
    Title: Volunteer Coordinator Assistant
    MVS Unit Name: MVS Toronto
    Current status: Vacant
    Date available: September, 2006
    Full time position

    Term Length : 1-2 years

    Organization Description:
    Working together with communities and individuals to build affordable housing. Organization is world wide and reputable

    Position Description:
    The Volunteer Coordinator Assistant will relate with the Volunteer Coordinator and to prospective volunteers. This position is accountable to the Volunteer Coordinator.

    Qualifications:

    • Good management and interpersonal skills required.
    • Recruitment experience an asset.
    • Strong command of English needed.
    • Computer skills are also needed.
    • Construction sites experience an asset; but building skills are not a requirment.

    Overall:

    • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
    • Must be able to work with a variety of people.
    • Ability to work in a multi-cultural and multi-faith environment.
    • Willingness to pitch in where needed.
    • Must be fit.

    Essentials for the position:
    Develop a relationship with the other volunteers and develop the expected relationship with the local faith community.

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    Job 5

    Organization: Habitat for Humanity Toronto
    Title: Construction Assistant
    Unit Name: MVS Toronto
    Current status: Occupied
    Date available: September 2006
    Full time Positions

    Term Length : 1-2 years

    Organization Description:
    Working together with communities and individuals to build affordable housing. Organization is world wide and reputable

    Position Description:
    The Construction Assistant will work alongside the Director of Construction and the Construction Manager in the areas of office work and build site operations. The applicant will possess the following skills:

    Specific Tasks:
    Office Operations:

    • Draft purchase orders.
    • Track incoming receipts.
    • Filing and maintenance of filing system Communications.
    • Schedule meetings (with trades people, project management team, other, as required.)
    • Dealing with incoming phone/fax/email enquiries/messages
    • Prioritize and present feedback to supervisor.

    On Site Operations:

    • Construction materials handling, receipt of deliveries, organization and storage of same
    • Assist with on site supervision and communication with volunteer labour
    • Assist with tooling organization and handling.
    • Assist with site organization and security.
    • Assist trades/sub contractors when on site.

    Essentials for the position:
    a) Technical Skills

    • Familiarity with computers and general office procedures.
    • Proficient in Excel, Word, Microsoft Outlook.
    • Knowledge of phone systems, fax, printers, copiers.
    • Familiarity with residential construction tools and building supplies.
    • Construction experience an asset.


    b) Non-Technical Skills:

    • Strong organizational ability
    • Strong communications skills.
    • Strong command of English (written and oral.)
    • Flexible/willing to pitch in as required.
    • Hard-working.
    • Resourceful/self starter.
    • Sense of humour

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    Job 6
    Organization : Warden Woods Community Centre
    Title: Policy Developer & Program Assistant
    Unit Name : MVS Toronto
    Current Status: Vacant
    Date available: Not available during 2006/07
    Full time Position

    Term length: 1-2 years

    Organization description

    A pioneer project of urban ministry by the Mennonite Church in Canada in the late 1960’s, Warden Woods Community Centre has developed into a community driven multi-service organization. This mirrors the strong conviction held from the beginning: The importance of being with the local people rather than doing for them. Staff and volunteers that reflect the rich cultural mosaic of the neighbourhood deliver programs which address the cultural, social, educational, physical and spiritual needs of the various ethnic communities. Today, over 6,500 people participate every year in Warden Woods Community Centre’s 50 programs and services.

    Position description

    The primary responsibilities of the position would be to ensure that Warden Woods Community Centre has policies in place that support the agencies mission. Depending on the interest of the volunteer, we anticipate there would also be opportunities to assist with programs for children, adults and/or seniors.

    Overall

    • Review and, where necessary, update existing policies
    • Review policies for compliance with Anti-Discrimination Policy
    • Develop new polices

    Potential Policy Areas:
    • Programs: e.g. operating procedures, eligibility criteria, outcome evaluation
    • Human Resources: e.g. personnel policy, hiring procedures, orientation manual
    • Governance: e.g. by-laws, board polices
    • General: e.g. administration, technology

    Essentials for the position—

    Qualifications:

    • Excellent English written and oral communication skills
    • Demonstrated ability to work well with other staff
    • Ability to work in a multi-cultural and multi-faith environment
    • Willingness to “pitch in” where needed
    • Experience working in a social services environment, and/or
    • Experience reviewing/developing policies
    • Licensed to drive a 17 passenger wheelchair lift equipped bus would be an asset.


    Job 7


    Organization : DayCare Connection
    Title: Program Assistant
    Unit Name : MVS Toronto
    Current Status: Vacant
    Date available: Not available during 2006/07
    Part time Position

    Term length: 1-2 years

    Organization description

    DayCare Connection has served families in the south/east Toronto neighbourhood since 1976. At its Child Learning Centre it offers programs for infants, toddlers, and pre-schoolers in an intergenerational daycare setting.

    DCC’s Family Resource Connection offers daily drop-in experiences for pre-school children - newborn to five years of age. There is an Active Playroom where children, supervised by their parent/care-giver, can enjoy activities such as tricycle riding, playing on a climber, and using big blocks.

    The Centre also offers additional resources such as parenting seminars, a nanny group, and structured play.

    Position Summary:

    Assist in providing a care and education program for young children under the direction of the Program Staff and the Centre Supervisor. To provide planned and spontaneous opportunities for healthy interactions between young children and with older adults.

    Job Duties:

    • Interact with children to provide support and care.
    • Participate in play activities, such as reading, helping with creative activities.
    • Develop interaction among the children, and reinforce positive child behaviour.
    • Assist children in routine procedures such as eating lunches and snacks, , toileting, sleep room, et cetera.
    • Supervise children in playground; participating in games, sports and related activities.
    • Actively promote anti-racist and non-sexist interactions and attitudes.
    • Ensure the safety and well-being of the children while in the care of the Centre.
    • Participate in escorting children on trips outside the centre.
    • Perform other duties as assigned.

    Essentials for the position—

    Qualifications:

    • Experience working with children.
    • Ability to communicate effectively with children, staff, and parents.
    • Willing to take and follow direction.
    • Ability to lift and carry children.
    • Ability to work in a multi-cultural and multi-faith environment.
    • Willing to work shifts and flexible hours.
    • Maintain regular attendance and punctuality.
    • First Aid Certificate will be an asset.

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