Arts & Crafts Volunteer🎨

Position Summary:
Join us as an Arts & Crafts Volunteer and play a vital role in creating joyful experiences for residents through creative activities. You will collaborate with the Recreation team to craft with residents, assist those needing support, and contribute ideas for engaging projects.

Responsibilities:
Supply and Idea Management: Prepare supply lists and create idea boards with reference pictures for upcoming crafts.
Adaptation: Modify crafts to ensure they are accessible and enjoyable for residents with varying abilities.
Assistance: Provide assistance to residents during crafting sessions and assist in transporting residents to the craft room as needed.

Expectations of Volunteers:
Reliability: Consistently attend scheduled sessions, arriving punctually and fulfilling responsibilities with dedication.
Respect: Maintain confidentiality and respect residents' rights at all times.
Attitude: Approach interactions with residents with a non-judgmental and compassionate attitude.
Feedback: Be open to receiving feedback and demonstrate accountability in improving your role.

Qualifications:
Passion for Seniors: Enthusiasm for creating enjoyable experiences through arts and crafts.
Communication Skills: Strong ability to communicate effectively and engage positively with residents.
Empathy: Patience and empathy in interacting with seniors of varying abilities.
Creativity: Ability to generate and adapt crafts that are suitable and enjoyable for seniors.
Experience: Previous experience in painting, pottery, card crafting, or drawing with seniors is advantageous but not required.
Requirements: A vulnerable sector check and proof of COVID-19 vaccination are mandatory.