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Seniors Program Assistant- Danforth
Volunteer Position Descriptions:
We are seeking volunteers to support the facilitation of a welcoming and enjoyable Bingo- Tea and Chat program for seniors, encouraging social interaction and community engagement.
Tasks include:
- Help set up and organize program space.
- Support staff with weekly Bingo games and activities.
- Support with the preparation and distribution of light snacks.
- Engage in friendly conversation with seniors, ensuring everyone feels included.
- Support participants with any needs during the activities.
- Help tidy up the space after the session.
Qualification and Requirements:
- Friendly, approachable, and patient demeanor.
- Ability to interact comfortably with seniors from diverse backgrounds.
- Reliable and able to work collaboratively with staff and other volunteers.
- Complete a new volunteer registration
- Complete onboarding and Volunteer Orientation
- Police Back Check
- Must be at least 18 years old
Location: AccessPoint on Danforth, 3079 Danforth Avenue
Time Commitment: Fridays 1pm-4:30pm. This is an an-going program Starting February 21, 2025
Format: In-person
Benefits to volunteer:
- Gain experience working in a community health setting
- Work within an equity and inclusion framework
- Gain experience working with newcomer, immigrant, and refugee communities
- Obtain volunteer reference letter
- Work alongside an interdisciplinary team of professionals
- Build community and connection with like-minded peers
- TTC provided
Number of positions available: 4
Apply by: February 07, 2025
Start date: February 21, 2025
To apply:
Email
Email volunteer@accessalliance.ca expressing your interest as “Seniors Program Assistant” in the subject line
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Please note: Due to public health guidelines and organizational precautions around COVID-19, Access Alliance requires all staff, volunteers and students to be fully vaccinated.
We welcome and encourage immigrants and refugees to volunteer with us! We encourage applications from volunteers who reflect the broad diversity of communities we work with, including those from racialized and LGBTQ2+ communities.