FOOD: Serve Meals at Safe Sleep Site

Overview NOTE: Adult volunteers only. (NO MINORS) Dreams for Change oversees the City of San Diego's safe sleep site which provides shelter and support services to individuals experiencing homelessness. Volunteers are needed to help the Dreams for Change staff set up, serve, and clean up meals for participants at the safe sleep site. This will free up staff to work with participants, providing support services, while volunteers serve meals. Opportunity Requirements & Important Notes Key Responsibilities: Set up for event Serve meals Clean up afterwards Skills & Qualifications: No prior experience needed Comfortable working outdoors in varying weather conditions Able to lift up to 20 lbs and stand for prolonged periods Must not have food allergies due to proximity to various food items Volunteers must be adults (no minors allowed) Training Provided: On-site training provided at the beginning of the shift Attire: Comfortable clothing and closed-toe shoes. This opportunity takes place outdoors with little or no shade. Volunteers should wear sun protection such as sunscreen and a hat Bring: Water bottle Physical Requirements: Prolonged standing, lifting of 20 lbs, and no food allergies. The opportunity is not able to make accommodations for individuals with physical limitations. The space where this project takes place is wheelchair accessible Weather: This opportunity is not canceled in the event of inclement weather. Meals are provided every day, rain or shine Photos: No photos or recordings can be taken on-site Note: Clearing a Megan's Law California Sex Offender search before your first shift is required to participate in this opportunity. You must download the HandsOn Connect app to your smart device to electronically sign the waiver and check in at this volunteer opportunity. If you do not sign in using the app, your service hours will not be verified and their team will not modify them. The HandsOn Connect App can be downloaded from the Apple Store and Google Play. You will sign in at the Dreams for Change Kiosk and open the HandsOn Connect app to scan the Hands on San Diego QR code before starting your opportunity. If you do not download and sign-in with the on-site Hands on San Diego QR Code, your hours will not count Dreams for Change The mission of Dreams for Change is to respond to the needs of communities by creating innovative and cost-effective programs to empower and stabilize the lives of underserved families and individuals. Population Served: Homeless Requirements: Age Minimum (with Adult): 18+ Logistics Full opportunity address and directions will be sent to you by e-mail after you sign up. All volunteers must be registered in advance to attend. Your donation means more volunteers making an impact on San Diego nonprofits, schools, and parks. Registration This link allows you to participate in this opportunity with a team. A team can be a family team, corporate team, or any kind of organized group. When you click on the link you will have the option to: Choose an existing team you’re already a member or captain of, or Create a new team to sign up. Signup Questions Please respond to the following questions in order to signup for this opportunity: #J-18808-Ljbffr HOSD.org/211sandiego.