Riverbend Special Care Home - NextGen in Action Associate (16-18 years)
🎉Evening and Daytime Shifts Available
Riverbend Special Care Home - NextGen in Action Volunteer
Are you a high school student looking to gain hands-on experience, build your resume, and make an impact in your community? Become a NextGen in Action Volunteer and be part of a team helping residents live vibrant, meaningful lives in our long-term care facilities 🏡💛.
🙌 About the Role:
As a NextGen in Action Volunteer, you’ll join the Recreation Team to support programs that bring joy, connection, and engagement to residents. Whether you’re helping with an activity, lending a helping hand, or simply spending time with a resident, your presence will brighten someone’s day.
🎨 Activities You May Help With:
📚 Assisting with reading groups and book clubs
🧩 Puzzles, games, and trivia challenges
🎉 Bingo, birthday celebrations, and themed events
🎨 Arts, crafts, and creative workshops
🚶 Accompanying residents on walks
💃 Exercise and movement programs
🎄 Special events like holiday teas and parties
🚌 Supporting staff on volunteer outings
🤝 Why Join Us?
This is more than just volunteering - it’s an opportunity to:
✨ Earn academic credits for Volunteerism 30 or community service hours
🔍 Explore healthcare careers and learn more about the field
💡 Build life skills like communication, empathy, and teamwork
📄 Boost your resume with valuable hands-on experience
🗓 Schedule & Commitment:
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Commit 2.5 hours per week for 10 weeks (25 hours total)
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You will be paired with another youth volunteer and scheduled for one shift per week, keeping the same shift for all 10 weeks
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Shifts available (June 29 to August 27):
- Tuesdays 1pm-3:30pm
- Wednesdays 1pm-3:30pm
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- Wednesdays 6pm-8:30pm
- Thursdays 6pm-8:30pm
⚡ Apply Early!
Applications are reviewed on a competitive basis. Please note which shift you would prefer in the "Why are you applying to volunteer with the Saskatchewan Health Authority?" section. *Apply before May 29, 2026*
✅ Requirements:
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Must be a high school student & 16 years or older (or just graduated)
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Friendly, dependable, and eager to learn
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Comfortable working in a long-term care setting
📩 Ready to Get Started?
Apply today!
