Friendly Visitor Volunteer
Summary
Location
Calgary, Alberta
When
About This Opportunity
Friendly Visiting is a fun and meaningful way to give back to the community and make a difference in the life of a senior. Remind yourself of the memories share with your grandparents, parents, or aunts/uncles. How special did those relationships become in your life?
Our Friendly Visitor Volunteers explore common interests, share experiences, tell stories, and build connections with their senior match. The purpose of this role will be to provide companionship and support, either by phone or in person, with the goal of reducing isolation for seniors in our community; to become a friend to a local senior.
Time requirement/ Availability:
1 hour weekly / 6 months, minimum
Screening requirements:
Application
Interview
Two reference checks CPIC (Police Check) completed and updated every 3 years
FOIP training
Driver’s License – (not required but nice to have)
Please join us in delivering this essential service to individuals in need!
To apply or for more information please email volunteer@jfsc.org
Volunteer Requirements
Whether you meet these requirements or not, we encourage you to share your interest in us. You may still be a fit for a different opportunity with our organization.
- Resume or Linkedin profile
- Willing to undergo a background or police records check
- Additional Requirements