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Adult Day Program Volunteer

Adult Day Program Volunteer

ESS Support Services
locationToronto Canada
remoteOnsite
PublishedPublished: 7/17/2025
ExpiresExpires: 10/15/2025
Volunteers needed to assist with kitchen help, such as setting up tables, serving meals and clean-up after (i.e. wash dishes in the dishwasher), as well as participate in client-centered activities.

Commitment Requirements: Minimum 1 day per week 10:00am – 2:00pm for a minimum 6 months.

Location: Currently recruiting volunteers for 3 locations:
  • York: 30 Rosemount Ave
  • York: 2245 Lawrence Ave West
  • Etobicoke: 525 Horner Ave.
Apply directly on Agency Website: https://www.esssupportservices.ca/volunteer/

Position Summary:
Volunteers support the ADS by preparing for and cleaning up after lunch service, with the option to also participate in group socialization and help with program activities. Volunteers with our staff team have an important role in supporting the well-being seniors. We rely on the efforts of volunteers to help us create an atmosphere that fosters support, safety

Volunteer Responsibilities:
  • Lunch service duties including: setting tables, serving lunch, preparation of refreshments, clearing tables, cleaning dishes and sanitizing surfaces.
  • Interacting with clients during program and assisting with planned program activities when able.
  • Following proper health and safety practices when handling food and surface sanitation.
  • Fulfilling agreed-upon commitment for weekly shifts.
  • Adhering to Human Resources Policies & Procedures as they pertain to volunteer roles
Qualifications:
  • Reliability and punctuality
  • Friendly and social, with an interest in spending time and interacting with seniors in a group setting.
  • Willingness to complete kitchen tasks, such as meal preparation, loading / unloading dishwasher
  • Willingness and ability to meet the physical demands of position: lifting when loading and unloading the diswasher, standing for a couple hours at a time
  • Ability to work well in a team environment with program staff and other volunteers
  • Ability to work independently when needed and willing to take direction from staff
  • Ability to communicate clearly in English, speaking other languages is an asset
Program Locations:
  • Humber Heights ADS: 2245 Lawrence. Ave, Etobicoke, M9P 3W3
Apply https://www.esssupportservices.ca/volunteer/
or send an email to: srutter@esssupportservices.ca