Volunteer Hub

Do you enjoy going for walks in the park? Are you a fan of day trips to local amenities? Then the Outing Volunteer position is suited for you. You will be giving the gift of fresh air and new sites and sounds to our residents and have an opportunity to share some laughs and make memories.

ROLE DESCRIPTION and RESPONSIBILITIES 

Outing Volunteers contribute to a resident’s health and wellness by assisting with mobility so the resident feels engaged and more in touch with the community. Whether it’s an assisted walk in the neighbourhood or an organized bus trip, your help will allow our residents to enjoy activities outside. The outings are typically daytime hours.

You will need:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage with residents
• Be physically strong and able to assist residents with walkers and wheelchairs

• Understand the safety requirements and rules of the Brenda Strafford Foundation
• Sign in and out and track your hours
• Arrive on time and maintain a professional demeanor with residents and staff
• Report the resident’s participation to your supervisor for charting on their clinical record
• In a timely manner, let your supervisor know if you are running late or unable to fulfill your commitment

REQUIREMENTS

• Completed application
• Successful completion of the interview process
• Positive reference checks
• Pass a Police Information Check and Vulnerable Sector Search
• Complete the orientation and screening process

SUPERVISED BY

Manager of Therapeutic Recreation & Volunteer Services/Life Enrichment Manager

Our enduring philosophy is ‘The Preservation of Dignity and the Pursuit of Happiness’ .

Our mission is: As a charitable organization, we are an innovative force, providing high quality person-centered care and services to optimize well-being and enrich people’s lives.