Activities involved
Companion/Visitor
Skills required
Requirements:
Also required for this position: • Ability to understand and be understood in English.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills (discretion, courtesy, empathy).
• Ability to follow direction.
• Ability to follow the Fraser Health Respectful Workplace Policy
• Knowledge and compliance with infection control requirements.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and set appropriate boundaries.
• Ability to perform physical requirements of position i.e. push a wheelchair
• References & Criminal Record Check
Day Program for Older Adults (DPOA) Volunteer
To provide Day Program for Older Adults program participants/clients with proper health monitoring and assist in activity programming in order to maintain the participants/clients’ functioning and quality of life. *Greet participants/clients and assist them with coats and seating as needed. *Serve refreshments as directed by staff. Assist with clients’ lunch as directed by staff. *Clean tables and load dirty dishes into the dishwasher. *Assist and participate in discussion groups and games/activities. *Socialize and engage with participants/clients to promote a positive atmosphere. *Assist with escorting clients as directed by staff. *Assist with departure of participants/clients. Shifts Available: Monday - Friday 12:00pm-2:00pm (1x shift per week)
Additional Details & Skills Required
Required training includes: 1. General Volunteer Orientation, Queen’s Park Care Centre. 2. Online Volunteer Training Curriculum. 3. Program Orientation with Therapeutic Recreation staff. 4. Any other training that is required.
Why should you volunteer for this opportunity?
Volunteering benefits everyone involved. As a volunteer, you can make a difference and achieve personal growth by: • Helping others. • Connecting with people. • Giving back to the community. • Gaining valuable work experience. • Developing new skills. • Exploring a new career. • Feeling a sense of accomplishment. Volunteers also may be eligible for references and invitations to special events and learning/training opportunities.
Activities involved
Companion/Visitor
Skills required
Requirements:
Also required for this position: • Ability to understand and be understood in English.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills (discretion, courtesy, empathy).
• Ability to follow direction.
• Ability to follow the Fraser Health Respectful Workplace Policy
• Knowledge and compliance with infection control requirements.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and set appropriate boundaries.
• Ability to perform physical requirements of position i.e. push a wheelchair
• References & Criminal Record Check