Play Space Support Volunteer
Help our young customers play in an environment built just for them in the Children's Library of the newly renovated Stanley A. Milner Library. Help enhance customer experience by suggesting play activities and playing with children and their families / caregivers. Support a welcoming environment of inspiration, imagination and discovery by tidying and cleaning toys and materials.
Required
- Enjoy interacting with children aged 0-12 and their families / caregivers
- Ability to bend, squat, pick up small objects and sit on the floor
- Ability to use cleansing products (e.g. Lysol wipes)
- Ability to be imaginative and creative
- Ability to adapt to different children’s play needs and participate with them in a child-led manner
- Strong interpersonal skills
- 15+ years old
- Clear police information check
Preferred
- Experience engaging with children and their families
- Ability to speak multiple languages is an asset
Length of Commitment
- This role is long term ongoing with a minimum six month commitment
Time Commitment
- One to two shift(s) every two weeks
- Three hour shifts
- Schedule will be based on volunteer availability
- Preference will be given to volunteers who can volunteer at least once between (dates TBA)
Orientation / Training
Must attend the mandatory training session to be held (TBA) at the Stanley A. Milner Library.
