The VON has been operating successful Meals on Wheels programs for many years, and we have never forgotten that the success of delivery of quality food to those who cannot get out to shop or cannot cook for themselves is largely due to a true team of capable, dedicated volunteers. Each volunteer enjoys a 'role' that supports the team and is vital to the program.

A key 'link in the chain' are our Volunteer Cleaners (Food Transport Carriers & Equipment). Here's a brief overview of what you can expect upon taking up this role:

• Intake, spray and wipe the food carrier bags with sanatizer, plus other equipment that includes clipboards and laminated sheets
• Clean any plastic bins that are usually left inside of the food carrier bags
• Collection (or recycle) of cardboard returned
• If there are heating and/or cooling pads in the returned carrier bags, these are thoroughly cleaned, as well
• Use forms provided to account for and track the food delivery system equipment, so that every item is cleaned, organized, and none is misplaced
• Move the food carrier bags and accessories to a designated location for use in the next shift (usually a VON vehicle)

VON IS IN IMMEDIATE NEED! Volunteers with profiles in Volunteer MBC's Referral System can 'click' the yellow box 'Apply Now!' to send your name/contact information to the VON, in respect to the position. Other ways to reach the VON about this volunteering opportunity are found in How to Contact, below. After you apply, please monitor your 'Junk/Spam' folders, plus leave space in your voicemail, for communications from the VON. Your interest is deeply appreciated!

• You recognize the need to assist those who cannot sufficiently or adequately feed themselves, and how critical their needs are in your local community, especially during COVID-19
• You're ready and able to support the VON Meals on Wheels program as a committed, successful team player (moderate physical activity)
• You're available WEEKLY from11:30 AM to 1:00 PM
• Prior experience is not necessary, but being organized and possessing a capacity for attention to detail are definite assets
• Oral/written English
• As you will be an important 'link in a chain', reliability and punctuality are essential
• Dressing appropriately for the role, plus strict adherence to COVID-19 Health & Safety requirements/procedures

SCREENING will be virtual (remote), by way of telephone/email/online interviewing. See description above.

TRAINING, with focus on how to properly clean each material used for meal delivery and will be conducted by VON staff and/or volunteers and by means of on site demonstrations.