Child Minder Volunteer
POSITION TITLE: Child Care Greeter
CLASSIFICATION: Volunteer
DEPARTMENT: Phoenix Place
LOCATION: 75 MacNab St. S, Hamilton, Ontario
REPORTS TO: Volunteer Coordinator
SUPERVISOR: Amanda Wansbrough
VERSION DATE: October 2026
SCHEDULE: Weekly on Sundays from 12pm – 2pm
A. PURPOSE STATEMENT:
Rise • Reclaim • Rebuild is a nine-month program supporting women and families at Phoenix Place. Working alongside staff, volunteers help create a safe, supportive environment where survivors of gender-based violence can heal, rebuild confidence, and move forward on their own terms.
QUALIFICATIONS
· Must be 18 years of age or older;
· Must be female identifying
· Able to commit to a recurring volunteer shift;
· Desire to be a long-term volunteer.
· Committed to advocating for and empowering women, girls and gender diverse individuals;
· Experience working with marginalized women and gender diverse individuals considered an asset;
· Must be able to lead and work from a feminist, anti-racist / anti-oppressive perspective for operations and strategic planning;
· Willing to accept supervision and take direction;
· Must maintain confidentiality and privacy;
· Excellent interpersonal skills and verbal communication skills;
· Able to excel in a high interaction environment;
· Must provide a current Vulnerable Sector / Criminal Records Check or willingness to obtain at own cost.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
· Complete written documentation regarding childminding during shifts, including observations, incidents, and other relevant information as required.
· Supervise children and ensure their safety and well-being throughout the shift.
· Demonstrate flexibility and comfort working with a wide range of age groups, from infants to youth.
· Engage children in age-appropriate activities using available resources and materials.
· Maintain a clean and organized childminding environment by returning items to their proper place, wiping tables and chairs, and disposing of garbage as needed.
· Supports YWCA Hamilton mission, vision and values;
· Perform other duties as required.
NECESSARY TRAINING / COMPETENCIES REQUIRED:
· YWCA Volunteer Training
· Position Specific Orientation
· WHIMS
B. WORKING CONDITIONS:
· Must be able to stand for long periods of time, lift and bend.