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A volunteer visitor offers support and social interaction to an isolated individual through regular friendly visits at the client’s home or out in the community, encouraging active and independent living.The purpose of the Volunteer Visiting program is to improve the health and well-being of isolated seniors and adults with disabilities living in the community and to provide visits in order to maintain clients’ independent functioning in the community for as long as possible. (Source: Program Logic Model)

Volunteer Visiting

The purpose of the Tele-Touch program is to provide a regularly scheduled telephone call by volunteers to support those that live alone. A Tele-Touch volunteer offers support and companionship to an isolated individual through regular telephone calls.

Tele-Touch Volunteer

About CityKidz: &nbsp;CityKidz is a dynamic faith-based organization dedicated to improving the lives of at-risk children. We exist to increase resiliency and inspire big dreams for Canadian children living in low-income communities by providing inspirational experiences and nurturing personal relationships, one child at a time. Through our programs we instill positive values and morals into the lives of children, help build a solid foundation for their future and inspire each child to make positive life choices and to choose to “do what’s right.” Everything we do is guided by our Faith, Hope and Love. &nbsp;In Canada, more than 1 in 7 children live in poverty: in Hamilton, it’s 1 in 4. For generations, poverty has stolen dreams and destroyed futures. At CityKidz, we think it’s time to change that, and we’re recruiting a dynamic frontline team of leaders who will work with us to help kids dream big dreams and reach their full potential. &nbsp;Role Overview: &nbsp;CityKidz is seeking dedicated and passionate individuals to join our team as Welcome Team Volunteers. Welcome Team Volunteers play a key role in creating a positive first impression and supporting the CityKidz volunteer community, and in helping to set the tone for the day by offering guidance, encouragement, and care, ensuring all volunteers feel informed, valued, and equipped to serve effectively.&nbsp;As a Welcome Team Volunteer, the first point of contact for volunteers as they arrive on a Saturday at CityKidz, and you will be responsible for welcoming volunteers, and assisting them in getting to their designated areas. It is essential in this role to have a friendly and engaging personality, as you will be providing hospitality to each of our volunteers.&nbsp;Key Role Highlights:  &nbsp;<ul>	<li>	Build valuable leadership and communication skills&nbsp;&nbsp;	</li></ul><ul>	<li>	Make a true difference through human connection&nbsp;&nbsp;	</li></ul><ul>	<li>	Be part of an uplifting, high-energy team&nbsp;	</li></ul>Responsibilities: &nbsp;<ul>	<li>	Greet and sign in volunteers using the check-in/check-out system&nbsp;	</li></ul><ul>	<li>	Ensure paper copies of attendance are filled out as volunteers arrive&nbsp;	</li></ul><ul>	<li>	Welcome new volunteers for their first shift, providing them with a welcome package, name tag, and all additional information needed for the day&nbsp;	</li></ul><ul>	<li>	Ensure new volunteers know where to go for their shift by guiding them to their team and introducing them to other team members&nbsp;	</li></ul><ul>	<li>	Conduct phone calls to scheduled volunteers who do not arrive for their shift&nbsp;	</li></ul><ul>	<li>	Relay important information to the appropriate staff member(s)&nbsp;	</li></ul><ul>	<li>	Occasionally check in on guests expected for the day&nbsp;	</li></ul><ul>	<li>	Keep refreshments on the hospitality table fresh and fully stocked&nbsp;	</li></ul>Who this Role is For:&nbsp;<ul>	<li>	Students, retirees, caregivers, or anyone who enjoys interacting with kids and youths&nbsp;	</li></ul><ul>	<li>	Anyone with a warm, friendly, caring, relational personality!&nbsp;	</li></ul><ul>	<li>	Those who desire to inspire kids to dream big&nbsp;	</li></ul>Skills &amp; Qualifications: &nbsp;<ul>	<li>	Minimum age 16+ (required)&nbsp;	</li></ul><ul>	<li>	Proficiency in reading (required)&nbsp;	</li></ul><ul>	<li>	Experience working in administration (preferred)&nbsp;	</li></ul><ul>	<li>	Ability to work in a fast-paced environment&nbsp;	</li></ul><ul>	<li>	Alert, with great judgment and ability to take initiative&nbsp;	</li></ul><ul>	<li>	Customer service and organizational skills&nbsp;	</li></ul><ul>	<li>	Familiarity with CityKidz and its different spaces throughout the building OR willingness to familiarize oneself with them&nbsp;	</li></ul><ul>	<li>	Effective communication skills to engage and support volunteers and staff members, providing clear instructions and conveying empathy and care&nbsp;	</li></ul>Competencies &amp; Attributes: &nbsp;<ul>	<li>	Welcoming and attentive towards people arriving&nbsp;	</li></ul><ul>	<li>	Outgoing and Friendly&nbsp;	</li></ul><ul>	<li>	Confident and warm in approaching new people&nbsp;	</li></ul><ul>	<li>	Enthusiastic with tasks&nbsp;	</li></ul><ul>	<li>	Highly supportive&nbsp;	</li></ul>Training &amp; Support:&nbsp;<ul>	<li>	On-the-job training will be provided on your first shift&nbsp;	</li></ul><ul>	<li>	You will be paired with experienced Welcome Team volunteers to help guide you and integrate you into our community&nbsp;	</li></ul>CityKidz Volunteer Community, Appreciation &amp; Support: &nbsp;<ul>	<li>	Lifechanging impact &amp; heartwarming moments&nbsp;	</li></ul><ul>	<li>	250+ volunteers &amp; 800+ kids &amp; youth throughout the city!&nbsp;	</li></ul><ul>	<li>	CityKidz apparel for all volunteers&nbsp;	</li></ul><ul>	<li>	Lunch + snacks provided for all volunteers for Saturday programs&nbsp;	</li></ul><ul>	<li>	Annual Volunteer Appreciation event&nbsp;	</li></ul><ul>	<li>	Twice a year Volunteer Pancake Breakfast&nbsp;	</li></ul><ul>	<li>	Verification of Volunteer Hours Signed off On&nbsp;	</li></ul><ul>	<li>	Volunteer Years of Service Recognition&nbsp;	</li></ul><ul>	<li>	Advancement Opportunities to Senior and Leadership Roles&nbsp;	</li></ul><ul>	<li>	Child Abuse Awareness and Protection Training&nbsp;	</li></ul><ul>	<li>	On the job and ongoing role trainings&nbsp;	</li></ul><ul>	<li>	References provided on an individual case basis&nbsp;	</li></ul><ul>	<li>	Flexibility and responsive collaborative communication!&nbsp;	</li></ul>Time Commitment: &nbsp;<ul>	<li>	Time Commitment: Minimum four (4) month commitment is required, for at least 1x a month but preferably biweekly Saturdays through March – June and September- December&nbsp;	</li></ul><ul>	<li>	Shifts: 7:00am-9:00am or 10:30am-12:30pm&nbsp;	</li></ul>Work Environment &amp; Additional Details:&nbsp;<ul>	<li>	Environment: warm-hearted, at the entrance table greeting volunteers, directly in the action!&nbsp;	</li></ul>Next Steps / How to Apply:&nbsp;Ready to make a difference? Take the first step in applying by signing up for an info session today through: <a href="https://www.citykidz.ca/volunteer" target="_blank">www.citykidz.ca/volunteer</a>&nbsp; Questions? We would love to hear from you! Email <a href="mailto:volunteer@citykidz.ca" target="_blank">volunteer@citykidz.ca</a>&nbsp;

City Kidz

Welcome Team Volunteers

About CityKidz: &nbsp;CityKidz is a dynamic faith-based organization dedicated to improving the lives of at-risk children. We exist to increase resiliency and inspire big dreams for Canadian children living in low-income communities by providing inspirational experiences and nurturing personal relationships, one child at a time. Through our programs we instill positive values and morals into the lives of children, help build a solid foundation for their future and inspire each child to make positive life choices and to choose to “do what’s right.” Everything we do is guided by our Faith, Hope and Love. &nbsp;In Canada, more than 1 in 7 children live in poverty: in Hamilton, it’s 1 in 4. For generations, poverty has stolen dreams and destroyed futures. At CityKidz, we think it’s time to change that, and we’re recruiting a dynamic frontline team of leaders who will work with us to help kids dream big dreams and reach their full potential. &nbsp;Role Overview: &nbsp;CityKidz is seeking Community Connection volunteers to strengthen relationships with kids and families in the community, by going out in teams to tThhe homes of registered CityKidz kids and families participating in our programs, and forming meaningful connections.&nbsp;As a Community Connection volunteer, you will be part of an energetic, and highly rewarding team, as you encourage big dreams for children. This role is key to building relationships with children and their families and to providing information for the Saturday program, and/or other initiatives for CityKidz.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Key Role Highlights:  &nbsp;<ul>	<li>	Build relationships with kids and families, gaining a deeper understanding of each child&nbsp;	</li></ul><ul>	<li>	Gain an understanding of specific Hamilton communities &nbsp;	</li></ul>Responsibilities: &nbsp;<ul>	<li>	Work in groups of two, alongside an experienced team member, to connect and build relationships with registered participants and families on a pre-set route, in your regular, assigned neighbourhood&nbsp;	</li></ul><ul>	<li>	Assist, through words and actions, in teaching children the messages presented at CityKidz&nbsp;	</li></ul><ul>	<li>	Provide program information and updates to registered families&nbsp;	</li></ul><ul>	<li>	Potential to grow into a community connection leadership role&nbsp;	</li></ul><ul>	<li>	Follow CityKidz Policies and Procedures regarding Home Visits&nbsp;	</li></ul><ul>	<li>	Be an ambassador of faith, hope and love in the Hamilton Community&nbsp;	</li></ul>Who this Role is For:&nbsp;<ul>	<li>	Students, retirees, caregivers, or anyone who enjoys interacting with kids and youths&nbsp;	</li></ul><ul>	<li>	Those aspiring to transition into human support-centered personal and professional endeavours&nbsp;	</li></ul><ul>	<li>	Anyone who likes to stay active&nbsp;	</li></ul>Skills &amp; Qualifications: &nbsp;<ul>	<li>	Minimum age 16+ (required)&nbsp;	</li></ul><ul>	<li>	Ability to lead by example through your words and actions (required)&nbsp;	</li></ul><ul>	<li>	Experience working with children (preferred)&nbsp;	</li></ul><ul>	<li>	From the Hamilton Area (preferred)&nbsp;	</li></ul><ul>	<li>	A passion for children to overcome barriers in their life and to dream big dreams&nbsp;	</li></ul><ul>	<li>	Must be responsible and a good role model &nbsp;	</li></ul><ul>	<li>	Good judgment and able to take initiative&nbsp;	</li></ul><ul>	<li>	Experience with social service work or a caring profession an asset&nbsp;	</li></ul><ul>	<li>	Experience with recruiting or talking to new families an asset&nbsp;	</li></ul><ul>	<li>	Mentoring experience an asset&nbsp;&nbsp;	</li></ul><ul>	<li>	Experience working with diverse communities an asset&nbsp;	</li></ul><ul>	<li>	Multiple Languages an asset&nbsp;	</li></ul><ul>	<li>	Access to a reliable vehicle an asset&nbsp;	</li></ul><ul>	<li>	Individual who is comfortable with walking&nbsp;	</li></ul>Competencies &amp; Attributes: &nbsp;<ul>	<li>	Friendly personality, with strong interpersonal skills to engage with kids, families, and other volunteers&nbsp;	</li></ul><ul>	<li>	Adaptable&nbsp;	</li></ul><ul>	<li>	Humble persona, high level of integrity&nbsp;	</li></ul><ul>	<li>	High level of common sense and alertness&nbsp;	</li></ul><ul>	<li>	Strong ambassador of faith, hope and love&nbsp;	</li></ul><ul>	<li>	Organized&nbsp;&nbsp;	</li></ul><ul>	<li>	Leadership qualities&nbsp;&nbsp;	</li></ul><ul>	<li>	Growth mindset&nbsp;	</li></ul>Training &amp; Support:&nbsp;<ul>	<li>	Training includes: Training videos with an introduction to the role, on-the-job training with a seasoned volunteer, access to an on-call supervisor for support while out in the community.&nbsp;	</li></ul>CityKidz Volunteer Community, Appreciation &amp; Support: &nbsp;<ul>	<li>	Lifechanging impact &amp; heartwarming moments&nbsp;	</li></ul><ul>	<li>	250+ volunteers &amp; 800+ kids &amp; youth throughout the city!&nbsp;	</li></ul><ul>	<li>	CityKidz apparel for all volunteers&nbsp;	</li></ul><ul>	<li>	Annual Volunteer Appreciation event&nbsp;	</li></ul><ul>	<li>	Twice a year Volunteer Pancake Breakfast&nbsp;	</li></ul><ul>	<li>	Verification of Volunteer Hours Signed off On&nbsp;	</li></ul><ul>	<li>	Volunteer Years of Service Recognition&nbsp;	</li></ul><ul>	<li>	Advancement Opportunities to Senior and Leadership Roles&nbsp;	</li></ul><ul>	<li>	Child Abuse Awareness and Protection Training&nbsp;	</li></ul><ul>	<li>	On the job and ongoing role trainings&nbsp;	</li></ul><ul>	<li>	References provided on an individual case basis&nbsp;	</li></ul><ul>	<li>	Flexibility and responsive collaborative communication!&nbsp;	</li></ul>Time Commitment: &nbsp;<ul>	<li>	Time Commitment: Minimum four (4) month commitment is required, for at least 1x biweekly but preferably weekly through January- December.&nbsp;&nbsp;	</li></ul><ul>	<li>	Shifts: Wednesday, Thursday, or Friday for two (2) hours, between 3:00pm-7:00pm&nbsp;	</li></ul>Work Environment &amp; Additional Details:&nbsp;<ul>	<li>	Environment: On average, a volunteer may walk or drive 5 km in a neighbourhood for the visits&nbsp;	</li></ul>Next Steps / How to Apply:&nbsp;Ready to make a difference? Take the first step in applying by signing up for an info session today through: <a href="https://www.citykidz.ca/volunteer" target="_blank">www.citykidz.ca/volunteer</a>&nbsp; Questions? We would love to hear from you! Email <a href="mailto:volunteer@citykidz.ca" target="_blank">volunteer@citykidz.ca</a>.&nbsp;

4 Visiting / Chatting / Socializing Jobs in Hamilton, ON, Canada