CapitalCare Dickinsfield

Last Saturday

10:00-Noon

Hymn-sing & Reflection

Auditorium

Monday (bimonthly)

10:15-11:30am

Anglican Service

Auditorium

Fridays (bimonthly)

10:00-11:30am

Roman Catholic Mass

Auditorium

VOLUNTEER – Spiritual Care Porter

Commitment:  6 months

Time:  As required

Length of Program: Ongoing

Supervisor: Spiritual Care Coordinator,
                     Chaplain

Job Summary:

Assist residents in getting to and from Centre services and the Celebration of Life.

Position Benefits & Requirements

Responsibilities:

·     Assist residents to the chapel or auditorium for services.

·     Attend to resident’s needs during services.

·     Assist residents back to their units.

·     Report any spiritual concerns regarding residents to the Spiritual Care staff.

·     Listen and provide support to residents.

·     Promote a sense of well being and contribute to the morale of the resident.

Exhibit CapitalCare’s Customer Service Standards at all times. (Respect, Commitment, Flexibility and Communication).

Training:

Attend Volunteer Orientation.  Specific training will be provided by the Spiritual Care Department.  Other training and in-services may be available.

Competencies:

·       Have an interest in serving people.

·       Accept direction and supervision.

·       Be dependable and committed.

·       Be friendly and trustworthy.

·       Able to communicate effectively with residents and staff.

·       Be mature and motivated.

·       Be respectful of other views and faiths.

Screening:

·       Have a clear Police Information Check.

·       Complete a TB screening questionnaire.

·       Provide 2 references, including a letter from the spiritual community.

Rewards:

Satisfaction of knowing you have made a difference in a resident’s life. Parking passes and refreshment vouchers available.