Special Events Volunteer

Position: Special Events Volunteer 

Where: 
Woodstock and District Developmental Services

Location:
Woodstock, Ontario

Type: Flexible commitment, dependent on meetings and event dates

Responsibilities:

1. Assist with programs and events planned by WDDS like fundraisers, meals and dances
2. Supporting with all aspects of the events as needed:

• Logistics and planning
• Media and Publicity
• Decorating/ set up and tear down
• Reaching out to donors, picking up items

1. Some money handling may be required
2. Be an ambassador for WDDS in our community and at events
   
    

Requirements:

1. Mature, reliable and committed
2. Energetic and motivated
3. Works well with others and in teams
4. Enjoys supporting people and building relationships
5. Well connected or willing to connect to community
6. Believes in the vision of ‘a Community Where Everybody Belongs’

**Criminal record check including the vulnerable sector and references are required**

Benefits:

• Sense of well-being and connection
• Form new relationships
• Personal and professional development
• Make a difference

Training:

• One-on-one meeting with Volunteer/Student Coordinator
• Orientation provided to all volunteers on agency policies and procedures
• Online training provided (Health and safety, diversity and inclusion, confidentiality, abuse, rights, emergency procedures)
• Orientation for each event, working directly with the Communication Coordinator and Fundraiser and committees
• More training available if requested