Volunteer Ground Searcher for Search and Rescue
(Georgian Bay Volunteer Search & Rescue)
Position ID: V-MID0122
Last Modified: 24 May 2024
Last Full Update: 24 May 2024
Opportunity Details: Volunteer Ground Searcher for Search and Rescue
| Comments | Recruiting takes place in the fall of each year. |
| Contact | Liam Hutchin, President, Georgian Bay Volunteer Search and Rescue; Email: info@gbvsar.com |
| Duties | Once fully trained, you will help us assist the police to search for lost and missing persons, and respond to emergencies in the community (e.g. natural disaster cleanup and support) |
| More Info Link | www.gbvsar.com |
| Ages | 18 year(s) and up |
| Suitable for Highschool Credit Hours | No |
| Areas of Interest | Education Support (Training Programs) ; Emergency & Response ; Nature / Environment |
| Skills/Experience | Communication & Interpersonal Skills ; Confidentiality ; Dependability & Trustworthiness ; First Aid ; Friendly & Outgoing ; Listening Skills ; Medical Assistance ; Patience ; Team Work |
| Commitment Length | Long Term (More than 1 year) |
| Interaction Level | Small Group ; Large Group |
| Minimum Hours | 7 / Month |
| Seasons | Year Round |
| Accessibility | Not Accessible |
| Location | Simcoe County |
| Number of Positions | Simcoe County: 10 individual(s) Volunteers required throughout Simcoe County. |
| Training | Orientation - September, see website ; Training is provided ; Scheduled training - One evening training session and 1 Saturday training session per month ; Training on-going ; LEVEL 1 - Basic Search Techniques Established in September of 1998, the Georgian Bay Volunteer Search and Rescue Team is one of 19 teams, registered with the Ontario Search and Rescue Volunteer Association (OSARVA), operating in the Province of Ontario. Our training is not limited to the above certification level. The GBVSAR training program ensures that each member is ready and trained above and beyond the minimum certification level. Our trainers have included certified police, military, fire service and industrial instructors who provide the team with a broad variety of instruction related to Search and Rescue. As part of their membership obligation, each member of the GBVSAR must complete Level 1 of the OPP/OSARVA Basic Search and Rescue Certification program. |
| Transportation | Car required |
| Cost | Members will be required to purchase a team uniform and jacket (approx. $250), and provide their own search gear (boots, compass, backpack, etc.). |
| Police Check | Required |
| Liability Insurance | Available |
| Social Media | Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/gbvsar Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gbvsar/ |
| Community Sets | Barrie ; VC - North Simcoe ; VC - Orillia & Area ; VC - Simcoe County ; VC - Simcoe, Muskoka, Parry Sound District, Bruce, Grey, Peterborough & Northumberland ; VC - South Georgian Bay |
Agency Details: Georgian Bay Volunteer Search & Rescue
| Office Phone | No public telephone number |
| info@gbvsar.com | |
| Website | gbvsar.com |
| Address & Map | Barrie, ON Canada |
| Mailing Address | c/o Georgian Bay Volunteer Search and Rescue, 65 Cedar Pointe Dr Suite 165 Barrie, ON Canada L4N 9R3 |