Community Lending Library Tech

United Way KFLA; Kingston upon Thames; On-site; GBP 40,000 - GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to enhancing accessibility through volunteer work. This role involves assisting with minor repairs on assistive devices, ensuring they are ready for community lending. Volunteers will have the flexibility to choose their working hours and contribute to a meaningful cause. Your skills in maintenance and repairs will directly impact the availability of essential devices for those in need. This is a great opportunity for individuals looking to make a difference in their community while gaining valuable experience in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Experience with maintenance and repairs of accessibility devices is preferred.
• No formal qualifications required for this volunteer position.

Responsibilities

• Fix brakes, replace foam handles, and tighten equipment on assistive devices.
• Assist in ensuring more devices are available for loan.

Skills

Maintenance and repairs of accessibility devices

Experience fixing brakes

Social services experience

Job description

Independent Living Centre Kingston - 540 Montreal Street, Kingston, ON

Accessibility and/or Disability Supports - Kingston, ON

Do you accept secondary/high school student volunteers? Yes

Do you/would you consider accepting post-secondary student placements?

Category: Accessibility and/or Disability Supports

Location

In Person (This position requires attendance in person)

Position Details

We offer an assistive devices "Community Lending Library," and we need help with minor repairs. We have had volunteers in the past, but currently lack availability. Tasks include fixing brakes on walkers, replacing foam handles, and tightening equipment. Supplies are provided; we just need assistance from individuals with relevant knowledge.

• Location: Kingston, ON
• Start Date: Immediately
• Time Commitment: 1-3 hours/week
• Number of Spots: 2 available
• Suitable For: Adults (18+)

Dates and Times

Flexible; volunteers can choose times that work for them. Repairs usually take 1-3 hours per session.

Required Qualifications

None

Position Responsibilities

• Fix brakes, replace foam handles, tighten equipment, and perform other minor repairs on assistive devices.
• Assist in ensuring more devices are available for loan, which are currently limited due to repairs.

Experience with maintenance and repairs of accessibility devices, especially fixing brakes, is preferred. Experience in a social services setting is a plus.

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