Front Desk Support Needed
We are seeking volunteers to support our clothing and household donation centre with various tasks, including but not limited to intake, sorting, and answering the phone and greeting at the front door. Shifts are during our donation centre hours of Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 230 Bay St.
PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Helps in loading and unloading donations
- Sorting donations
- Greeting at the front door
- Answering the phone
QUALIFICATIONS
- Ability to carry/move objects and bags up to 50lbs
- Good communication in English
SKILLS
- Excellent time management and organizational skills; able to multi-task and handle multiple priorities
- Strong attention to detail
- Ability to work independently and with others
- Great customer service
ABOUT THE AGENCY
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Victoria Capital Region (BBBSV) is a not-for-profit, charitable organization that supports children and families through mentorship. The mandate of the organization is to make a difference in the lives of children by promoting their self-esteem, expanding their awareness of life’s opportunities, and providing them guidance and support through long-term, one-to-one relationships with caring adult volunteers.
We work with children and youth annually offering four different programs across southern Vancouver Island, Salt Spring Island and Comox Valley. The agency is funded by grants, donations, fundraising events and social enterprise, to meet the priorities of the agency.
Our people are passionate about making a difference and applying their diverse experiences and skills to support our community’s most vulnerable young people as a team. We strive to share our values of welcoming, learning and sharing with our staff and co-op/practicum students.
Diversity and Inclusion
BBBSV is committed to sustaining an environment where representation matters, diversity is celebrated and people of every race, religion, culture, gender and sexual orientation are welcomed. At BBBSV, we acknowledge and honour the diversity of people, cultures, traditions, and experiences, and we recognize and uphold the right of all individuals to respect, dignity, fairness, caring, equality, and inclusion.