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6 Volunteer Corner from Becky MacDonald PREPARING FOR IN-PERSON RETURN With such a long break, all volunteers will be required to complete the mandatory Orientation & Training and COVID Training prior to returning in person when the time permits. These trainings are to be completed from the comfort of your home online. Those who do not have access to a computer, training dates will be setup for you to attend in the near future. To keep everyone safe and healthy, it is mandatory for everyone to self screen and complete the online screening App prior to entering into any City facility. https://go-evo.typeform.com/to/g8sidINH Please indicate “volunteer” when prompted – ‘What is the reason for your visit?’ Please contact Becky MacDonald: becky.macdonald@guelph.ca for more information and if you have any questions. For more information and for details on each position, please contact becky.macdonald@guelph.ca If you are a current volunteer, you are more than welcome to take on more than one position. If you are not a current volunteer, you will be required to complete the “Volunteer Application Form – online” at: https://gwsa-guelph.ca/1749-2/ . No access to a computer? Please stop into the Evergreen Seniors Community Centre to pick up an application to complete for a volunteer position that is of interest to you. GWSA COMMITTEES BOARD OF DIRECTORS The Board is looking to recruit up to four (4) new members. Experience in law, fundraising and HR are an asset. The Board meets on the third Wednesday of each month at 9:30 virtually (min of 8 meetings per year). Duties include: being an active member on the board and assisting where needed on committees; provide reports and updates to all members; review The Sentinel - September 2021 — Vol. 46, No. 1 monthly financial statements; report Board issues to the Committee and report the Committee’s issues to the Board; participate in self-development training, where and when appropriate. GOVERNANCE COMMITTEE The GWSA is looking for up to three additional members. The Governance Committee assists the Board of Directors with the development and review of bylaws, policies, and procedures for the Association. Morning meetings during a few months of the year. Experience in governance with a not-for-profit organization Knowledge of legislative requirements A keen interest in document research, development, and review would be helpful. HUMAN RESOURCES COMMITTEE Qualified Volunteers are needed to assist on a quarterly or as needed basis to implement the GWSA HR Policy for GWSA staff which includes anyone who receives payment for services. Duties also include: implementing Board decisions based on the GWSA Human Resources; ensure that actions of the committee are aligned with the GWSA strategic plan. We would greatly benefit from someone with Human Resources background. SECRETARY The Governance Committee is looking for someone with a laptop and who is interested in taking minutes at the meeting and updating any documents as needed. MEMBERSHIP & MARKETING Three more committee members needed to join the team. Meet on the second Tuesday of each month at 9:30 am. The committee reports to the Board for all membership and marketing initiatives, focusing on the maximum interest of members and advancement of the Board’s Strategic Plan. The Committee provides content and messaging advice to the webmaster for the website and social media accounts and prepares monthly GWSA Email Updates. Marketing and recruitment experience would definitely be assets, but are not required. Monitors membership satisfaction Develops plans to improve member recruitment and retention (Continued on page 7)
7 (Continued from page 6) Marketing responsibilities include arranging for media coverage and creating advertisements Developing promotional material Arranging special events such as Open House and New Members’ Welcome - either virtually or in-person as appropriate. Provide guidance regarding the technical aspects of the website and membership mailing list. Establish a modest A/V recording/live streaming studio Interest and background experience in IT, including network management and video production would be assets. SPECIAL EVENTS COMMITTEE The GWSA is looking for energetic individuals to lead the special events committee when initiated. Duties include: responsibility for the Friday afternoon Dances (every two months) and other significant events throughout the year (Mental Health Symposium). The Committee sees the overall organization of the event, maintaining communication with the Board and the City of Guelph staff; promotes the event in the Sentinel, website and other avenues with support from the M&M committee. SUCCESSION COMMITTEE Seeks people who have leadership qualities, who would be appropriate candidates for the Board of Directors and who are current GWSA members, or eligible for GWSA membership. Ensures that there is a full slate of candidates to fill the positions of retiring Board members. ACTIVITY GROUPS The following Activity Groups are in need of Volunteers: Book Nook Walking Club Darts President Scrabble President Scrabble Assistant For more information regarding the volunteer role, please contact Becky – becky.macdonald@guelph.ca VARIETY SHOW COMMITTEE The Committee is looking for enthusiastic, dedicated individuals who like to work as a team and have an interest in theatre to lead in the following areas for this year’s virtual show: Producer: Produce and Direct the Variety show. Locate and secure acts, overall organization of the show. TECHNOLOGY COMMITTEE (NEW!) Advise the Board of Directors and provide technical leadership in support of the Strategic Plan. Production support: we need a group of technically savvy and interested members to prioritize a list of needed projects for planning and implementation. Experience in: electrician, sound tech, lighting technician, carpentry or design would be useful, and possibly computer-aided design skills. IT (Information Technology): Make hardware and software recommendations to address employee and volunteer needs, including the Board, Finance Committee and members. Oversee a small wireless network. Retirement Homes Co-ordinator: Co-ordinate with the retirement homes for ticket sales Stage Manager: Attends pre-show committee meetings Coordinates with Producer on programme. Makes show cue sheet for acts, their requirements and technical directions Works with Lighting and Sound personnel for the show Responsible for getting stage crew Runs the show using cue sheet schedule. Makes sure cast caller has acts ready to go on stage ahead of time. BOOK CLUB 1 Our group normally meets in the Boardroom on the last Friday of each month from 1:00 to 2:30 p.m. For September, our selection is “The Searcher” by Tana French. In October, we will be reading “They Left Us Everything” by Plum Johnson. Because the Evergreen Centre is not open at present, we meet at the end of the month on Zoom or will meet outdoors. The Sentinel - September 2021
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