Saskatoon Recycling Coach

23 January 2023

Date Posted	January 23, 2023
Expiry Date of Posting	February 27, 2023
Organization Name	Saskatchewan Waste Reduction Council
Contact Name	Deirdre Fritsch
Mailing Address	208-220 20th St W
City	Sasaktoon
Postal Code	S7M 0W9
Phone Number	306-931-3242
Fax Number
Email Address	deirdre@saskwastereduction.ca
Web Site	www.swrc.ca
Position Title	Saskatoon Recycling Coach
Job Description	Want to become A Waste Wizard?! The Saskatoon Recycling Coaches are looking to add to their numbers. These volunteers help to promote recycling and waste diversion opportunities in Saskatoon. Once trained, these superstars will inform their fellow citizens on the steps and actions that everyone can do to reduce the amount of garbage being sent to the landfill. Training includes learning about: • Recycling Right in Saskatoon • Simple Composting • Household Hazardous Waste days • Province-wide recycling programs • Store take-back programs After your training session you will be qualified to work with the Rolling Education Unit. This is a mobile teaching display that has interactive games and a wealth of informative materials. Volunteer shifts, free admission included, will be no more than 3 hours at a variety of public events; mostly Mar-Apr & Sep-Nov. A criminal record check will be required (at no cost to you). To apply send a letter of interest that includes a brief description of yourself and how this volunteer opportunity appeals to you. Please send email to deirdre@swrc.ca for 2023 training.
Skills Required	Skills Preferred: • English language proficiency • friendly & personable • communications skills • working with the public
Benefits to Volunteer	Free admission to all events, like Homestyles Home Show and GardenScape
Days/Times	Evenings Weekends Flexible
Suitable For	Teens (ages 13-17) Adults (18 and over) Seniors Small Groups (2-4 people)
Work With	Children Youths (ages 8-12) Teens (ages 13-17) Adults (18 and over) Seniors Families
Position Duration	Short term (3 months or less) Ongoing (more than 3 months)
Specific Dates
Application Deadline	February 27, 2023
Application Procedure	Email

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