Circle of Friends - Client Coordinator
(Community Development Halton, Volunteer Halton)
Opportunity Details: Circle of Friends - Client Coordinator
Comments | The Client Coordinator assesses socially-isolated older adults to attend the Circle of Friends program. By supporting the purpose of the Circle of Friends and engaging with potential participants, the Client Coordinator will make a significan impact on the lives of seniors living in social isoloation and the advancement of community awareness. |
Contact | Mae Radford, Program Coordinator, Circle of Friends; Phone: 905-333-4065; Email: maeradford@gmail.com |
Duties | The Client Coordinator selects socially-isolated older adults to attend the Circle of Friends program in accordance with program guidelines and goals. The Client Coordinator conducts an in-home assessment of potential program participants. Responsibilities:
Skills Required:
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Benefits | Make a significant impact in the lives of seniors and older adults living in social isolation and the advancement of community awareness |
Clients | Older adults experiencing social isolation |
Ages | 20 year(s) and up |
Suitable for Highschool Credit Hours | No |
Suitable For | Adults (18+) ; Seniors (55+) ; Post-secondary students ; Newcomers / English as a second language |
Areas of Interest | Information & Referral Services ; Program Coordination / Support ; Senior's Activity Support |
Skills/Experience | Communication & Interpersonal Skills ; Confidentiality ; Dependability & Trustworthiness ; Friendly & Outgoing ; Listening Skills ; Patience ; Planning & Organizing ; Positive / Cheerful Demeanor ; Self-Motivated / Work Independently ; Experience working with older adults an asset. |
Commitment Length | Long Term |
Interaction Level | One-on-one ; Small Group |
Minimum Hours | 4 / Week |
Seasons | Year Round |
Accessibility | Unknown - Assessment conducted in-home |
Number of Positions | Burlington 1 individual(s) needed in total. |
Training | Orientation ; Training is provided ; Training on-going |
Transportation | Driver License required ; Car required |
Application Deadline | 09 Sep 2022 |
Police Check | Required |
Start Date | On or after 12 Sep 2022 |
Agency Details: Community Development Halton, Volunteer Halton
Office Phone | 905-632-1975 |
Toll Free Phone | 1-855-395-8807 |
volunteer@cdhalton.ca | |
Website | www.volunteerhalton.ca |
Address & Map | Open Doors @ St. Christopher's 662 Guelph Line Burlington, ON L7R 3M8 |
Mailing Address | The Roxy Centre 6 Mill St E Acton, ON L7J 1G8 |