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Shelter Movers - Drivers Needed!

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ORGANIZATION: Shelter Movers

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Shelter Movers is a national, volunteer-powered charitable organization providing moving and storage services at no cost to individuals and families fleeing abuse.

In a group of 2-6 movers/drivers, guided by a detailed itinerary, volunteers will load/unload the client’s belongings into a vehicle and transport the client to the predetermined location. Rental vehicles and fuel are provided for the move.

The duration of each move varies, with an average of about 6 - 8 hours long from the vehicle rental pick-up time. Each move will be characterized based on the risk level and accordingly be escorted by local police, security guards, or neither.

Responsibilities and Accountabilities

  • Meet other movers at a designated time and place
  • Move client’s belongings in and out of vehicles, and transport client's personal belongings to a predetermined location.

Skills and Qualifications

  • Able to lift moderately heavy boxes/furniture; min 20 lbs
  • Flexible and adaptable to a change in plans

Benefits

  • You’ll have the opportunity to make a positive impact helping individuals and families transition away from violence and abuse.
  • You’ll gain hands-on experience on the front lines of our organization, providing moving and storage services for our clients.
  • You’ll receive training in preparation for your role and have access to ongoing training opportunities.
  • You’ll work with a great team of passionate volunteers and supporters.
  • After 3 months of satisfactory service a confirmation of volunteering can be provided. After 6 months, we'd be happy to provide a personalized reference letter.

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About Shelter Movers

Location:

PO Box Yonge Street, Toronto, ON M4S 2C6, CA

Mission Statement

Shelter Movers is a national, volunteer-powered charitable organization providing moving and storage services at no cost to individuals and families fleeing abuse. We collaborate with local businesses and community agencies to support people, primarily women and children, as they transition to a life free of violence.

Description

Shelter Movers collaborates with local businesses and community services (e.g. shelters, police, schools, services) who refer clients that have decided to leave an abuser, and have a safer place to go. Shelter Movers makes all the arrangements to move and store survivors’ belongings securely, on the clients’ terms. We empower survivors as they transition to a life free of violence.

CAUSE AREAS

Crisis Support
Homeless & Housing
Women
Crisis Support, Homeless & Housing, Women

WHEN

We'll work with your schedule.

WHERE

GTA, ONToronto, M4S 2C6Canada

(43.70617,-79.39899)
 

SKILLS

  • Truck Driving
  • Bus/Van Driving

GOOD FOR

  • People 55+

REQUIREMENTS

  • Driver's License Needed
  • Background Check
  • Must be at least 21
  • Orientation or Training
  • Volunteers sign up for moves based on their availability and do not have a regular set schedule or ongoing commitment. We ask that volunteers complete a minimum of 1 move per month.

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