Racquet Sports - Drop-in Table Tennis
Cedar Hill Recreation Centre offers many opportunities to enjoy racquet sports, including indoor tennis and squash courts. We’re seeking a volunteer to help host our drop-in table tennis program, with up to 10 tables in use at a time. This role is ideal for someone with an interest in community recreation and some knowledge of table tennis.
Responsibilities:
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Help with program set-up and take-down, if needed
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Welcome regular players and engage new players
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Take attendance for all players
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Give complete attendance sheet to reception staff
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Tell players when their session is about to end and assist with transitioning between sessions
- Log your volunteer hours online
Qualifications:
- 19 years old or older
- Friendly personality
- Patient and supportive with all ages
- Can speak and understand basic English
- Willing to complete a Police Information Check
- Other language skills (eg. Mandarin or Cantonese) an asset
- Experience playing table tennis an asset
Commitment:
Weekly shifts are 2-3 hours in length and we request a minimum commitment of four months. This program is offered from September to June, and we're currently looking for a volunteer to help on Wednesday afternoons (2:30pm - 5:30pm).
Working Conditions:
Indoors. Volunteers will be standing, moving around, and playing table tennis. Lifting up to 30lbs may be required. Volunteer will be working independently, with staff onsite if needed.
Application Process:
- Create a volunteer profile online (5-10 minutes). To start, click the blue "Fill in an application" button on the righthand side of the page.
- Participate in an informal interview
- Complete a free Police Information Check and online Child/Vulnerable Persons Protection training module
- Submit paperwork: Waiver, Code of Conduct, and (optional) Photo/Video Release
- Attend an onsite orientation
Questions? Contact:
Lindsay Mackas-Burns
Programmer 1: Events, Volunteers & Film
volunteer@saanich.ca
250-475-5502
