Friendly Visiting Volunteers

Volunteer Success; Aurora; On-site; Confidential; Full time

Job summary

A community service organization is seeking Friendly Visiting Volunteers in York Region, Canada, to provide companionship to older adults. Volunteers will engage in weekly visits to brighten someone's day and facilitate meaningful connections. A commitment of just one hour a week is required with an immediate start. Candidates must be fully vaccinated and willing to complete a police check. This volunteer role is a wonderful opportunity to make a positive impact in the community.

Qualifications

• Must have proof of Covid Vaccination.
• Willingness to undergo a background or police records check.
• Must be over the age of majority in the province.

Responsibilities

• Provide companionship and friendship to older adults.
• Participate in weekly scheduled visits either at home or a community location.
• Engage older adults in conversation and activities to brighten their day.

Skills

Communication

Empathy

Flexibility

Job description

Friendly Visiting Volunteers

Summary

Older Adults in your community are waiting for a friendly face, a kind voice, a simple visit. Just 1 hour a week In-home visits or friendly walks Flexible, meaningful, and deeply appreciated Help brighten someone’s day.

What you’ll be doing

Friendly Visiting Volunteers are matched with an older adult based on geography, interests and preferences. Once matched, visits are scheduled for the same day, same time each week at the Older Adult's house or a location in the community. Friendly Visits are usually an hour in length.

Locations

• Vaughan
• Richmond Hill
• Stouffville
• Markham
• Thornhill
• Newmarket
• Aurora
• East Gwillimbury
• Keswick

Requirements

• Proof of Covid Vaccination
• Willing to undergo a background or police records check
• Over “age of majority” in province of opportunity

When

Immediately

Where

On-site Address: 240 Edward Street, Aurora, Ontario, L4G 3S9

Causes

Seniors

Languages

• Cantonese/Mandarin
• English
• Gujarati
• Hindi
• Italian
• Russian
• Urdu

Minimum Age Requirement

Adult (Age 18-54)

Contact

Website: www.chats.on.ca

Phone: [phone]