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Volunteer Driver - Summit Health & Wellness Progra...

Volunteer Successabout 7 hours ago
Oakville, Ontario, Canada
Entry Level
Full-Time

Top Benefits

Role-Specific Training
Ongoing Support
Reference Letters

About the role

Summary

Make a difference in your community! Join a passionate team making a real impact. Apply today and start your volunteer journey with Summit - we look forward to welcoming you!

Location

In-Person

Oakville, Ontario

When

Opportunity Type

Ongoing - Start Anytime

Schedule

Asap

About This Opportunity

Summit Housing & Outreach Programs is a community-based organization supporting mental health through housing, care, and connection- empowering people across Halton to live with dignity, independence, and wellbeing.

As a Volunteer Driver, you’ll help support the Summit Health & Wellness Program by getting clients safely to programs in Oakville and Milton. In this role, you will provide reliable transportation using a company vehicle, making a meaningful impact on their health, connection, and overall well-being.

Why Volunteer With Us?

Our volunteers play a vital role in fostering connection, promoting inclusion, and supporting recovery.

By joining our team, you’ll make a meaningful impact while growing personally and professionally. Gain experience in mental health and social services, build new skills, and form lasting connections within a supportive community. We’ll support you every step of the way with role-relevant training, cover all required documentation including Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC), and can provide reference letters to support your future goals. This is more than a volunteer role- it’s a chance to make a difference.

What You’ll Do

Safely transport clients to scheduled wellness groups and events Coordinate schedules with the Volunteer Coordinator Ensure passenger safety and follow all vehicle and program policies Represent Summit in a professional and welcoming manner

Your Impact

Help individuals access vital mental health and wellness programs they might otherwise be unable to attend Reduce social isolation by supporting connection to community and group activities Contribute to participants’ confidence, independence, and overall well-being Create a positive, supportive experience through safe and reliable transportation Play an important role in helping individuals feel included, valued, and connected

Who We’re Looking For

We are looking for individuals who:

Are at least 18 years old Have a basic understanding of safe and efficient vehicle operation Demonstrate compassion, reliability, and a genuine interest in supporting others

Assets

Experience in social services or mental health settings Lived experience with mental health and/or addictions

Important Information About The Role

This is a supportive role- volunteers are not expected to provide counselling Volunteers may occasionally support individuals experiencing emotional distress You will be expected to remain calm, communicate respectfully, and follow safety procedures The role includes assisting clients when entering/exiting the vehicle Confidentiality and respectful interaction are essential at all times

What We Offer

Role-specific training and ongoing support Coverage of required documentation, including Vulnerable Sector Check (VSC) Opportunity to gain experience in mental health and social services Reference letters to support your future goals

Equity, Diversity & Inclusion

At Summit Housing & Outreach Programs, we are dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion. We warmly welcome volunteers from all backgrounds, including racialized individuals, members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community, people with disabilities, and those from diverse cultural communities. Accommodations are available throughout the application process upon request.

Volunteer Requirements

Whether you meet these requirements or not, we encourage you to share your interest in us. You may still be a fit for a different opportunity with our organization.

Vulnerable Sector Police Check Driver's License 3-year driver’s abstract

Causes

Community & Social Services Homeless Shelters, Housing, & Food Banks Healthcare, Medical, & Wellness Mental Health & Crisis Support Advocacy, Human Rights, & International Development

Skills & Experience

Customer Service

Tags

#communitysupport #mentalhealth #SocialRecreation #SocialServices #Oakville #Wellness

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