Health Promotion Program Volunteer Assistant

Health Promotion Program Volunteer Assistant

Position Title: Health Promotion Program Volunteer Assistant

Volunteer Type: In Person

Location: SPLC, local community centers, parks, and public libraries

Volunteer Hours: Mondays & Wednesdays (onsite) & Thursday mornings (virtual)

Volunteers Needed: 3

Reports to: Program Coordinator

Position Summary: 

The Health Promotion Program Volunteer Assistant will support outreach and program activities designed to promote the health and well-being of Korean older adults and seniors. The role involves assisting with both virtual and in-person sessions, helping with community engagement, and supporting program implementation.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate and support virtual and in-person sessions (e.g., workshops, trips, and gatherings) for Korean-speaking seniors.
• Assist in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of program activities.
• Provide assistance with event setup, registration, and participant coordination.
• Conduct outreach to ethno-cultural communities and faith groups through ethnic media and cultural events.
• Attend and actively participate in team meetings and required training sessions.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Skills & Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Fluency in Korean (required).
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
• Willingness to take direction from staff and follow established procedures.
• Sensitivity to the needs and challenges of older adults and seniors.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) is an asset.

Boundaries & Limitations

• Volunteers are not required to answer questions from participants that fall outside the scope of the program.

Working Conditions

• May involve extended periods of computer use during virtual sessions.
• May experience frequent interruptions or shifting priorities.
• Some activities will take place outdoors within the surrounding community.

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.

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.

Supervision & Evaluation:

• Supervision and support will be provided by the Program Coordinator.

Other:

• Vulnerable Service Sector Check screening is mandatory.
• Proof of full vaccination or Medical Exemption Certificate is mandatory.
• Must be 16 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.