Adult Day Program Volunteer

Adult Day Program Volunteer

Position Title: Adult Day Program Volunteer

Volunteer Type: In person

Location: 3333 Finch Ave East – ADP Room

Volunteer Hours: Any days Monday – Friday 9– 12pm or 12:30pm– 3:30pm 

Reports to: Adult Day Program Team Lead

Position Summary: 

To assist the day programs with administrative tasks and provide older adults with aid and information about the different programs/activities available to them.  

Responsibilities:  

• Provide administrative assistance (e.g., photocopying, posting flyers, data entry, typing, filing, organizing space, etc.). 
• Assist with activity set up and take down (e.g. set up for lunch) .
• Help older adults with activities in programs (e.g. games, arts and crafts .
• Create programming with guidance from team leaders . 
• Help notify participants via phone of any program changes. 
• Help ensure the health and safety of program participants through COVID screening. 
• Monitor and check cleanliness and quality of equipment . 
• Understand and implement emergency and safety protocols. 

Skills & Qualifications:  

• Able to write, type and speak Mandarin or Cantonese, an asset.  
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills. 
• Fun loving, outgoing personality. 
• Attention to detail. 
• Respect, patience and understanding of older adults. 
• Fluency in written and spoken English is required, fluency in other languages is an asset. 

Health and Safety:

• Ensure the safety of clients by fulfilling the responsibilities and safety procedures always outlined by the volunteer handbook and/or supervisor.

Working Environment:

• Primarily office environment, common facility areas (indoor /outdoor) . 
• Sitting in front of the computer terminal for long periods of time. 
• May have frequent work interruptions. 

Boundaries/Limitations: 

• Do not open or try to fix equipment and office machinery.
• Do not lift a person.

Orientation/Training:

• Volunteer Services will conduct orientation on organization’s policies and procedures, including COVID-19 measures.
• IPAC Mandatory training for onsite positions.
• Organizational Training for new volunteers.
• Food Handler’s certification would be a great asset to have.

Supervision and Evaluation:

• Supervision and support will be provided by the Adult Day Program Team Lead.

Benefits:

• Contribute to the efficient functioning of an organization that promotes healthy and independent living. 
• Work in a friendly environment with others who want to make a difference.

Other: 

• Vulnerable Service Sector Check screening is mandatory.
• Proof of full vaccination or Medical Exemption Certificate is mandatory.
• Must be 18 years or older.

Senior Persons Living Connected is a diverse work environment.  We encourage applications from all persons, including persons with disabilities. Accommodation will be provided, if needed, in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and Accessibility for Ontarians Disability Act.