Kitchen Volunteer
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Opportunity Description
WISH Drop-In Centre has been supporting street-based sex workers since 1984. All staff, volunteers and participants at WISH are women (cis and trans), Two-Spirit, non-binary, or gender diverse, and 19+ years old.
We would not be able to operate without the dedication and commitment of our incredible volunteers! Volunteers help to prepare and serve more than 60,000 meals and snacks to WISH participants each year.
As a Kitchen Volunteer at WISH, your duties would include:
- Receiving and processing food donations
- Food prep and portioning
- Dishwashing and light janitorial duties
- Prepare and serve hot, nutritious meals
It’s important to understand that WISH Drop-In Centre is a non-judgmental space, providing a variety of low-barrier programs to participants.
This opportunity is a good fit for volunteers with a commitment to harm reduction, active listening, and holding space for those in need. An understanding of “rights over rescue” and trauma-informed care is also an asset.
Learn more, and apply, on our website: Volunteer | WISH Drop-In Centre Society
Matching Profile
Skills & Interests
Requirements
- Police Record Check Required
- Training or Orientation Required
- Must be at least 19 years old
About the Organization
WISH Drop-In Centre Society
Social & Community Services
WISH Drop-In Centre Society is the largest sex worker support organization in Canada, and operates on the unceded, stolen lands of the xʷməθkʷəy̓ əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) First Nations.
Based in Vancouver’s Downtown Eastside, WISH exists to improve the health, safety and well-being of cis and trans women, Two-Spirit, Non-Binary, and gender diverse sex workers.
WISH is a non-judgmental place of compassion and—since 1984—has provided a safe and welcoming space for community. With a 24/7 Shelter, overnight Drop-In, mobile MAP Van, Indigenous Health & Safety Program, InReach and Housing Support Workers, WISH continues to be a critical point of access for essential services, referrals, and peer support.
Logistics & Schedule
- Frequency
- Flexible
- Duration
- Medium-term (6 months to 1 year)
- Schedule
- Weekends Weekdays (Day) Evenings
- Dates
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Start:
- Location
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330 Alexander Street
Vancouver, British Columbia
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