Car Seat Safety Team Member (Peel Branch)
(St. John Ambulance, Peel Region)
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Position ID: 126 Last Modified: 07 Nov 2012 Last Full Update: 07 Nov 2012
Opportunity Details
Duties of Role1) Assist with paperwork at car seat clinics, monitor the registrations. 
2) Educate parents and caregivers on the proper use of child restraints.
Benefit(s) to the VolunteerFulfilling a huge need within the community to assist in the safety of our youngest citizens. Rewarding! Learn many skills which will enhance job searches.
Hours Awarded to StudentsNo
Ages16 year(s) and up
Police CheckRequired
Skills/ExperienceStrong interactive communication skills are required. Candidates should be in good physical condition as they will be getting inside cars with parents as part of the teaching process.
Qualifications/CertificationSuitable for persons interested in careers in Emergency Services, or for anyone interested in helping others to learn to secure their children safely in motor vehicles - students, parents and grandparents.
Length of CommitmentLong Term (more than 6 months) - At least 60 hours of volunteer time over the period of one year
Minimum Hours5 / Month
LocationVarious firehalls and car dealerships in Mississauga.
Accessibility (AODA)Partially Accessible ; Depends on location.
TransportationOn Bus Route - Typically ; You will be required to find your own transportation to training and clinics. Most locations are within Mississauga.
Main ContactHeather LeBlanc, Community Relations Coordinator, St. John Ambulance - Peel Branch; Phone: 905-568-1905; Fax: 905-568-4838; Email: heather.leblanc@on.sja.ca
Social Media LinksFacebook Facebook: www.facebook.com/sjapeel
Twitter Twitter: www.twitter.com/sjapeel
Website Website: www.sjapeel.ca
Start DateOn or after 09 May 2012
Dates and TimesMonday: Evening 
Tuesday: Evening 
Wednesday: Evening 
Thursday: Evening 
Saturday: Morning, Afternoon 
 
Clinics generally operate 2 Saturdays a month from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm. Occasional 2 hour evening clinics may be set up in the summer months.
SeasonsYear-round
Number of Volunteers Req'dMississauga 
 
20 individual(s) needed in total.
TrainingTraining is required ; Scheduled training ; Training will be provided upon acceptance of volunteer application. Attendance at a Volunteer Orientation session is mandatory to get started. These are held the second Wednesday of each month. Space is limited, so you must book a spot in advance by contacting our office.
ClientsParents and caregivers of young children.
Interaction LevelMedium Group - High interaction with the public
Areas of InterestChild Care ; Children/Youth (Work with) ; First Aid/CPR ; Safety/Disaster Education
Suitable ForYoung Adult (19 to 24) ; Adult (24+) ; Family Group ; Corporate Team/Group
Liability InsuranceAvailable
Agency Details
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Organization NameSt. John Ambulance, Peel Region
Address & Map
1081 Meyerside Drive, Units 4-6
Mississauga, ON L5T 1M4
 
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Mailing Address1081 Meyerside Drive, Units 4-6 
Mississauga,, ON L5T 1M4
Office Phone905-568-1905
Fax905-568-4838
E-Mailsjapeel@on.sja.ca
Websitewww.sjapeel.ca