Drop-In Volunteer

Drop-In Volunteer 

Positions Available: up to 3 
Job Type: Volunteer 
Work Schedule: Ad hoc 
Closing Date: March 13, 2026 

Friends of Ruby is dedicated to supporting the well-being of 2SLGBTQIA+ youth aged 16-29 through mental health services, social programs, and housing. We operate a Youth Centre, offering barrier-free counselling, hot meals, and community programming, and a Transitional Home, providing emergency and long-term housing with life-skills support. 

If you are passionate about creating safe, inclusive spaces for marginalized youth, this is your chance to make an impact as an Admin Volunteer! 

About the Role 

As a Drop-In Volunteer, you will be responsible for: 

• Grocery and Hygiene Product Distribution: 

• Fulfill grocery orders from youth by putting together and distributing customized bags of groceries and hygiene products 

• Follow organizational systems for grocery and hygiene product distribution, keeping track of which orders have been fulfilled and which have yet to be 

• Hand out bags of groceries and hygiene products to youth in the Drop-In 

• Maintain organization of the pantry 

• Communicate with Youth Program Workers: 

• Communicate any irregular requests or questions outside of the scope of your role to a Youth Program Worker 

• Update Youth Program Workers about anything in the Drop-In or pertaining to participants that is noteworthy, needs to be addressed and/or of concern 

What You Bring 

Qualifications: 

• Identifies at 2SLGBTQIA+ 

• Works well as a member of a team 

• Able to pack grocery bags 

• Commitment to social justice, anti-racism, anti-oppression, housing first approach, harm reduction approach, and trauma-informed care 

Assets: 

• Knowledge and experience in the sector 

• Personal Health Information Protection Act (PHIPA) training 

• De-escalation training 

Why Work with Us? 

• A welcoming, inclusive environment where your voice matters. 

• The opportunity to make a lasting impact in the lives of 2SLGBTQIA+ youth. 

• Flexible scheduling that fits your life. 

• Growth opportunities in a mission-driven organization. 

What We Need 

• Satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Police Check clearance. 

Important Note 

If you have accessed Friends of Ruby services in the past year, we kindly ask that you refrain from applying for this position. This policy helps to ensure objectivity and avoid potential conflicts of interest. We prioritize equal opportunity for all applicants and aim to maintain the integrity of our organization. We appreciate your understanding and commitment to a fair hiring process. 

How to Apply 

To ensure a fair and efficient hiring process, we kindly ask that all applications be submitted directly through the job posting link. We are unable to accept phone inquiries regarding this position. Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we can only contact candidates selected for an interview. 

Friends of Ruby is committed to an inclusive and accessible hiring process. If you require accommodation at any stage, please inform our People and Culture team. 

Preference will be given to members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community as part of our commitment to equity and representation. 

Apply by March 13, 2026, and help us create brighter futures for 2SLGBTQIA+ youth. 

We cannot wait to hear from you!