Qualifications:
- Passion and knowledge for plant care
- Appreciation for how plants contribute to family well-being and create a sense of home.
- Willingness to get your hands dirty while enjoying plant care. Physically capable – this work requires light lifting and re-potting of plants
Responsibilities:
- Care for and maintain all living plants at Ronald McDonald House Saskatchewan. Commit to a regular weekly schedule and communicate availability changes to the Director of Operations
- Water, fertilize, prune and re-pot all plants as necessary based on seasonal changes
- Ensure all plants are in appropriate spaces for their optimal health
- Make suggestions for new and replacement plants
- Refresh and thoughtfully arrange dining room and shared space bouquets often (weekly/bi-weekly)
- Adhere to all Ronald McDonald House Saskatchewan Protocols, Procedures & Policies
- Check in at the Volunteer Gathering Place at the beginning of your shift to check for important updates and information
- Always wear your nametag for every shift
- Become familiar with Better Impact volunteer database, and use for cancelations or filling shifts
Training and Support:
- General orientation and training will be provided
- Role specific training will be provided
- Continuing training and learning opportunities will be offered to all volunteers
Time Commitment:
- Typically one 2–3 hour shift per week, for a commitment of 8 months to one year
Parking:
We recognize that parking is a challenge in our community. We would recommend, if possible, that you walk, bike, bus, or get dropped off. If you must drive, we request the following:
- For visits to the House 2 hours or less, please park on University Drive west of Clarence Ave.
- For visits two hours or longer, park in the ONE volunteer parking space in the lot (if open). Alternatively, you can park in a family parking space in the lot if there is one available. If you are parking in the lot, you MUST register with the front desk to ensure we are able to contact you while on your volunteer shift in case of needing to move your vehicle for emergencies. Unregistered vehicles may be towed.
