Gaining Real Importance From Every Friendship (GRIEF) Program Volunteer
You applied for this job on October 17, 2018
Volunteer Position Name / Role: | Gaining Real Importance From Every Friendship (GRIEF) Program Volunteer |
Date Posted: | Monday, July 17, 2017 |
Organization Name: | Hospice Dufferin |
Organization Contact: |
Maureen Riedler 519 942 3313 ext. 1 mriedler@hospicedufferin.com |
Why you might want to consider taking this opportunity: | This program is a great opportunity to help those who are going through a tough experience in life. It will give volunteers an opportunity to learn from clients about their experiences and how they can handle such a hard thing. It will be a great place to connect with others while also having some fun. It is also not a large time commitment as the program is one evening a month. Volunteers also have the opportunity to have a say in the program by choosing and running some activities for the group. |
Type of Organization: | Health-related Service |
More Info Link: | http://www.hospicedufferin.com |
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Duties / Roles / Activities: |
Volunteers for this role will be expected to: - create and promote a safe environment for clients to come to - set up the room before the program begins and clean up at the end of the program - make tea and coffee before the start of the program - work with other volunteer(s) and staff member(s) to run activities during the program - provide support for clients - provide ideas or suggestions for program improvement |
Sample Tasks: |
Some specific tasks that volunteers will do include: - make tea and coffee - set up/clean up room - choose and run an activity for the program (with support of staff) - assist in ice breaker and therapeutic programs with staff - interact with clients - other duties as assigned |
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Seasonal: | All Year |
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Wheelchair Accessibility: | Yes |
Can be used toward '40 Hours' for Highschool Graduation (OSSD): | No |
Does this opportunity relate to COVID-19: | No |
Commitment Length / Duration: | Moderate Term (3 months to 1 year) |
Training Required: |
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Transportation: | Own Transportation Required |
Expires: |
Expired Tuesday, December 24, 2019
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Skills / Experience: |
Volunteers for this program will need the following skills: - good interpersonal communication skills - enthusiasm -willingness to try something new - creativity - interest in working in a group setting - experience with bereavement an asset Volunteers do not need any training prior to volunteering. Hospice Dufferin will provide all necessary training for volunteers. |
You applied for this job on October 17, 2018