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Child Minder Volunteer


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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.