Options Bytown

Posted on Tuesday, July 24th, 2018

Volunteer Position Title: Share a Hobby
Volunteer Time Frame: posted until September 30, 2018

Contact Name and Email: Louisa Cameron at lcameron@optionsbytown.com
Telephone: (613) 241-6363
Event Address: 380 Cumberland St, Ottawa, ON

Mission: Options Bytown ends and prevents homelessness, one person at a time through a range of support systems. There are currently over 220 individuals who were formerly chronically homeless now living in Options Bytown buildings or have permanent housing in apartments across the city with supports through the Housing First program. These individuals receive housing and ongoing support from Options Bytown staff to help them maintain their tenancy, strengthen their life skills, work towards personal goals, and connect them with their surrounding community.

Options Bytown also prevents homelessness by providing support to another 1000 people living in social housing across the City through eight Resource Centres that are organized and run through a partnership with Ottawa Community Housing. Staff in these resource centres provide support to tenants to make it possible for them to stay housed and achieve a better quality of life. Staff aid them in maintaining their housing, accessing community supports, and any other assistance they may require.

Volunteer Position Description: Are you passionate about your hobby? Would you like to share your skills with others? If yes, this is for you. Options Bytown is currently seeking volunteers who will share their hobby or interest with others. This could be a craft or specific skill, the gift of music or any other talent you may have. This is a chance to do something meaningful while having fun! This volunteer opportunity allows you to:

  • Share something you are passionate about
  • Challenge yourself and grow in unexpected ways
  • Teach somebody something new
  • Be a role model
  • Contribute to a more inclusive community

Duties:

  • Introduce tenants to your hobby
  • Provide an opportunity for hands-on experience
  • Share something you’re passionate about.

Volunteer Requirements:

  • Police Record Check
  • Minimum 19 Years of Age

How to Apply: If interested, please contact Louisa Cameron at (613) 241-6363 or e-mail at lcameron@optionsbytown.com.


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