Program and Service Delivery Oversight
● Lead the development, implementation, and evaluation of all services provided by the nonprofit, ensuring they meet the needs of the target populations.
● Ensure that services are delivered in a timely, efficient, and compassionate manner, adhering to the nonprofit’s mission, policies, and standards of practice.
● Monitor the quality of service delivery, ensuring that programs are effective and meet the intended outcomes for participants.
● Coordinate across departments to ensure services are integrated, comprehensive, and aligned with the overall mission of the organization.
● Identify service gaps and work with leadership to develop new programs and services to address community needs.

Volunteer Leadership and Supervision
● Supervise, support, and develop a team of service coordinators, case managers, and direct service staff.
● Provide ongoing training and professional development opportunities to ensure staff have the skills and knowledge necessary to deliver high-quality services.
● Conduct regular performance evaluations, providing feedback and support for staff development.
● Foster a team-oriented, collaborative, and positive work culture focused on achieving organizational goals and ensuring the well-being of service recipients.

Client and Community Engagement
● Build and maintain strong relationships with the communities and individuals we serve, ensuring that services are responsive to their needs and preferences.
● Advocate for clients and communities, ensuring that their voices are heard and that services are culturally appropriate, accessible, and inclusive.
● Develop and maintain partnerships with other organizations, service providers, and community stakeholders to enhance the delivery and coordination of services.
● Act as a liaison between the nonprofit and external stakeholders, including clients, funders, government agencies, and community leaders.

Program Evaluation and Impact Measurement
● Develop and implement systems to track and evaluate the effectiveness and impact of services, ensuring continuous improvement.
● Use data and feedback to assess the quality and outcomes of services, identifying areas for improvement and growth.
● Provide regular reports on service delivery and outcomes to the Board of Directors, and other key stakeholders.
● Conduct needs assessments and stay informed about community trends to ensure services remain relevant and impactful.

Financial and Resource Management
● Develop and manage budgets for services, ensuring financial efficiency and sustainability.
● Ensure that services operate within budget parameters while maximizing the impact of available resources.
● Work closely with the fundraising and development teams to secure funding for services and ensure that grants and donations are used effectively to support program delivery.

Compliance and Best Practices
● Ensure that services comply with all applicable laws, regulations, and industry standards.
● Implement best practices for service delivery, including client confidentiality, data management, and ethical standards.
● Stay informed about relevant legal, regulatory, and policy changes that affect service delivery and ensure that the organization remains in compliance.

Are you 13-18 and care about the environment? Join ER Teens and get involved in environmental action to help make a real difference!

ER Teens is an Earth Rangers program for youth who want to help the environment. Volunteer your time by completing an eco-action project at home, at school, or in your community. Choose an initiative you're interested in, work on it whenever fits your schedule, and receive guidance and support from our team every step of the way. 

How it works:

1. Sign up on our website (earthrangers.com/erteens)
2. Pick a project
3. Take action (we'll help you make it happen)
4. Celebrate your achievements! 

Join anytime of year, no experience necessary. 

Ready to get started? Sign up at earthrangers.com/erteens
Questions? Email erteens@earthrangers.com 

Central Lake Ontario Conservation Authority (CLOCA) has a variety of volunteer opportunities for secondary and post-secondary students,  corporate opportunities,  festival events (Durham Children's Watershed Festival and Purple Woods Maple Syrup Festival) and the Conservation Area Trail Stewards (CATS) program. 

The Adopt-a-Garden program is ideal for volunteers who enjoy gardening and want to make a meaningful, ongoing impact in their community.

Adopt-a-Garden volunteers are matched with one school garden, typically located in their neighbourhood, and help with basic garden care throughout the growing season. Volunteers work alongside the school’s summer care team, meaning they are not the sole individuals responsible for garden maintenance.

We Grow Food will help set up communication between volunteers and schools to support collaboration and ensure everyone is aligned throughout the season.

What the role involves

• Light garden maintenance (watering, weeding, general upkeep)
• Approximately 1-2 hours per week, on a flexible schedule
• Commitment runs from May to September/October, with flexibility if conflicts arise during a particular week

Experience & Training

• No gardening experience is required
• Training sessions will be offered on April 9 and April 11 to review expectations and basic maintenance tasks

Who this role is best for

• Adults and community members interested in gardening
• Volunteers interested in gardening and are looking for flexible, independent opportunities

Students seeking volunteer hours are encouraged to volunteer at their own school through their school’s garden lead. In special cases, students may contact the Volunteer Coordinator at wgfcoordinator@gmail.com to inquire about additional opportunities.

If you're a youth aged 14-19, this could be for you! 

Our social media is one of our primary communication platforms, and we’re looking for youth interested in helping us to grow it with fun, relevant, and informational content about food and sustainability! You will be able to co-lead our Instagram page (@youthinfoodsystems) by conducting research, creating posts, and (optional) interacting with our audience.

Time commitment: 6 month minimum, 2+ post designs / month on a self-selected schedule

All volunteers will join our Discord server and have opportunities to attend virtual team meetings and workshops.

If you are a youth aged 14-19, this could be for you!

By joining our Youth in Food Systems team, you can learn about and explore food systems while creating content for empowering and inspiring your peers to do the same.

Do you have a way with words, or just an interest in writing? Or perhaps you enjoy providing thoughtful feedback? Or have a knack for design? 

Are you eager to learn about and share knowledge about food systems and sustainability with your peers?

Join the youth-led blog as a Writer, Editor, Designer, or Publisher!

WRITERS - Do you have a way with words, or just an interest in writing? We have an opportunity for you to write about food- and sustainability-related topics for the blog! It’s written for young people, by young people, to educate and inspire your peers. 

EDITORS - The essence of the blog lies in having high quality content, and that shouldn’t fall solely on the blog writers. Our editors are responsible for reviewing each post and providing suggestions and feedback before the posts get published. 

DESIGNERS & PUBLISHERS - The aesthetic of the blog is important for capturing readers’ attention. This means having a featured image for each and every blog post created; and publishing each post in a way that is user friendly and appealing. If you have a creative eye and want to produce final pieces that are inviting, this role could be the perfect fit for you!  

Time commitment: 6 month minimum, 2+ contributions / month on a self-selected schedule

Check out the blog here: https://seeds.ca/schoolfoodgardens/blog/

All activities take place virtually. You can expect to interact with staff and youth leaders regularly, and your fellow team members at our quarterly virtual gatherings & on Discord.

·       Interacting with the public while providing great customer service. Merchandising and staging of furniture donations.

·       eCommerce: product research for price and key selling points, measure dimensions, photography, and minor touch up of items to support our new online platform.

·       Tasks may include customer service, product display, pricing, assembly, and repair

• Due to the physical nature of some of the tasks required, ReStore volunteers may be asked to lift heavy objects (bathroom fixtures, windows, doors, etc.)
• Assembling furniture and some restoration of various donations.
• Able to lift 10-20 pounds and be on your feet for several hours at a time.
• Volunteers are required to wear CSA approved green label safety shoes, some at store to borrow for volunteer shift

·       Come with a willingness to learn from experienced volunteers and staff and to work as part of a team. A positive attitude, enthusiasm, flexibility, and a sense of humour is always key! Tasks are not always glamorous, so be prepared to do a variety of things.

• Assisting in preparation of new garden beds
• Planting seeds & seedlings
• Assisting or facilitating community teaching events & student workshops
• Helping with crafts and interactive activities
• Occasional maintenance such as watering or tidying
• Some moving of soil (Volunteers will be notified in advance, and participation will be optional)

• Assist with event planning, client support, data entry, fundraising activities, etc.

• Collaborate with staff and other volunteers to achieve project goals

• Attend and support community outreach programs or events

• Help with administrative tasks as needed (e.g., phone calls, emails, filing)

• Represent Terra Nova in a positive and professional manner

• Maintain confidentiality and respect the privacy of individuals and families served by the organization

• Participate in volunteer meetings, training, or orientation sessions as required

Organize and deliver tours at WindReach Farm * wagon ride, farm and/or stable tour * sensory trail, wool demonstrations and more

Animal care * lead animals to pasture, feeding, watering * groom animals * keep all buckets and dishes clean 
 
Barn work * muck out stalls, replace straw, dump wheelbarrows * keep equipment clean and sweep barn floors 
 
Administration * maintain daily logs and animal care records * communicate with Barn Manager about concerns * advocate for Pegasus to attract sponsors and volunteers