Compassionate Senior Phone Visit Volunteer

Volunteerstjohns; San Juan de Terranova; Remote; Full time

Job summary

A community volunteer program in San Juan de Terranova seeks Telephone Visit Volunteers to make weekly calls to seniors, helping to reduce loneliness. Ideal candidates will have a genuine interest in assisting seniors and strong listening skills. A commitment of approximately 30 minutes per week is required. Interested individuals should contact the Volunteer Coordinator through the provided email.

Qualifications

• Completion of a volunteer application form and confidentiality agreement.
• Criminal Record and Vulnerable Sector Checks from the RNC.
• Two references.

Responsibilities

• Provide companionship to a senior via weekly telephone visits.
• Participate in friendly conversation about local events or shared interests.
• Report any concerns to Volunteer Coordinator.
• Inform Volunteer Coordinator if unable to visit regularly.
• Maintain client confidentiality.

Skills

Genuine interest in assisting seniors

Sensitive to issues of vulnerable seniors

Good listening skills

Ability to accept people as they are

Caring and friendly

Reliable and patient

Job description

A community volunteer program in San Juan de Terranova seeks Telephone Visit Volunteers to make weekly calls to seniors, helping to reduce loneliness. Ideal candidates will have a genuine interest in assisting seniors and strong listening skills. A commitment of approximately 30 minutes per week is required. Interested individuals should contact the Volunteer Coordinator through the provided email.