Group Socialization Facilitator
Society of Sharing: Inner-City Volunteers
Toronto
Canada
Onsite
6/13/2025
8/12/2025
Position: Group Socialization Facilitator
Volunteers needed: 8
Type: In-person (Downtown Toronto)
Reports to: Program coordinator
Time commitment: from 1:30 - 4:00 pm, same day per week, Monday to Thursday
Position summary:
As a Group Socialization Facilitator, you will play a vital role in creating a warm and engaging environment where clients can connect, socialize, and enjoy meaningful interactions.
Volunteer duties and responsibilities:
Society of Sharing is a charitable non-profit organization founded in 1981, dedicated to reducing social isolation and promoting social connection among isolated seniors. We offer various programs designed to improve the well-being of housebound clients, and we rely on our team of volunteers to provide companionship and support.
Our Mission: To improve the lives of isolated seniors in our community by connecting them with skilled volunteers who provide companionship and support.
Our Vision: To be recognized as a leader in providing skilled volunteer assistance to isolated seniors.
Our Values: We believe in the fair treatment of all persons, that seniors have the right to live with dignity and respect; committed to the effective identification and compassionate delivery of meaningful services to those in need.
Volunteers needed: 8
Type: In-person (Downtown Toronto)
Reports to: Program coordinator
Time commitment: from 1:30 - 4:00 pm, same day per week, Monday to Thursday
Position summary:
As a Group Socialization Facilitator, you will play a vital role in creating a warm and engaging environment where clients can connect, socialize, and enjoy meaningful interactions.
Volunteer duties and responsibilities:
- Arrange snacks and drinks for gatherings.
- Set up the meeting room prior to clients' arrival.
- Provide assistance to clients in wheelchair positioning or preparing beverages.
- Decorate the room for special occasions and holidays.
- Serve drinks and snacks to clients upon their arrival.
- Engage in conversations with clients, fostering introductions and connections.
- Offer to play games or crafts to interested clients.
- Be 18 years old or older.
- Have a sincere interest in working with seniors and adults with disabilities.
- Possess sensitivity to the needs and challenges faced by older adults.
- Exhibit patience, compassion, and a desire to help vulnerable and isolated seniors.
- Dependable and punctual.
- Ability to speak English and other languages is an asset.
- Excellent communication and active listening skills.
- Strong organizational abilities.
- Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
- Experience in initiating conversations and engaging clients in social activities is an asset.
- Vulnerable sector check.
- Proof of full Covid-19 vaccination or medical exemption certificate.
- Will be provided.
- Give back to the community.
- Develop skills/gain new skills.
- Meet people, build your network.
- Gain experience working with seniors.
- Complete volunteer hours for school.
- Receive volunteer incentives (certificates) depending on your volunteering service.
- And MANY MORE!
Society of Sharing is a charitable non-profit organization founded in 1981, dedicated to reducing social isolation and promoting social connection among isolated seniors. We offer various programs designed to improve the well-being of housebound clients, and we rely on our team of volunteers to provide companionship and support.
Our Mission: To improve the lives of isolated seniors in our community by connecting them with skilled volunteers who provide companionship and support.
Our Vision: To be recognized as a leader in providing skilled volunteer assistance to isolated seniors.
Our Values: We believe in the fair treatment of all persons, that seniors have the right to live with dignity and respect; committed to the effective identification and compassionate delivery of meaningful services to those in need.