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The Brenda Strafford Foundation (Cycling Without Age Trishaw Bike)

Organization Name: The Brenda Strafford Foundation
Opportunity Title: Cycling Without Age Trishaw Bike
Category: Sports and Recreation
Commitment: Less than 6 months
Start Date: May 8, 2023
End Date: September 15, 2023

Email: BSF.Volunteer@thebsf.ca
Website: https://www.thebsf.ca/
Details:
  • Background/police check required
  • Appropriate for volunteers aged between 18 and 55
  • Family-oriented volunteering
  • Training or orientation required
Opportunity Description:

Giving our residents the ability to experience their community and the outdoors from the comfort of a Trishaw Bike.  ROLES and RESPONSIBILITIES  The Recreation Therapy Teams are trained in piloting the Trishaw Bike and will train you. The Trishaw bikes are accessible for all abilities and staff will be available to lift and transfer residents safely to the bike. You will need: To understand the safety requirements and rules of the Brenda Strafford Foundation Sign in and out and track your hours Arrive on time and maintain a professional demeanor with residents and staff Report the resident’s participation to your supervisor for charting on their clinical record In a timely manner, let your supervisor know if you are running late or unable to fulfill your commitment  REQUIREMENTS Completed application Successful completion of the interview process Positive reference checks Pass a City of Calgary Police Information Check and Vulnerable Sector Search Complete the orientation and screening process Complete Trishaw bike training SUPERVISED BY Manager of Therapeutic Recreation & Volunteer Services/Life Enrichment Manager

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