Adult Day Program Recreation Assistant Volunteer

Our Mission
Better Living is a non-profit organization. We support the individuals in our community in maintaining their independence, enhancing their social wellbeing, and optimizing their overall health and wellness through the provision of a wide range of community support services and leisure opportunities.

Position Summary
To assist Adult Day Program staff with the daily recreation activities and workshops/presentations to clients. Setting up and preparation of activity room and materials. Motivating and encouraging client to take part in the activities. Assisting with client transfer when needed.
Potential volunteers must be comfortable with older adults living with cognitive and/or physical limitations.

Additional Information
Initial Volunteer orientation to agency and program; On-the-job shadowing/scheduled training with an experienced volunteer or staff. Coordinator provides on-going support, answer questions and explain policies. Volunteer will be trained to carry out activation programs and working with seniors. An opportunity to become acquainted and socialize with the program participants, working as a team with program staff and other volunteers; The knowledge of playing a vital role in the success of the community services; Gain knowledge of the frail elderly; An invitation to the Annual Volunteer Recognition Event; Letter of Reference (after completion or required duration).

Benefits
• Opportunities to meet new people
• Build on your communication, interpersonal and leadership skills
• Satisfaction of assisting someone living in isolation or in need of social exchange.
• Satisfaction of assisting a caregiver of someone living in isolation or in need of social exchange.
• Receive an invitation to our annual volunteer recognition event
• Reference letter upon completion of required hours

Required language
English, other languages an asset

Transportation
Close to Bus and Streetcar stop. Free parking also available.

Minimum age
18

Minimum hours per week
4 hours shifts: in the morning from 8:30am to 12:30pm or afternoon from 12:30pm to 4:00 pm.

Task requirements
Responsible and dependable with regards to time commitment; Sensitive to client needs; Respectful of client wishes; Flexible in nature; Possess warmth and empathy; Ability to work with diverse populations and cultural groups; Willingness to tolerate client values and lifestyle.

Accessibility
Building is accessible with washrooms.

Transportation
Close to bus and streetcar stop. Free parking also available.

Intersection:
Don Mills and Lawrence Ave. East