Providence Living The Views at St. Joseph's

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Activities involved
Companion/Visitor
Requirements:
  • Police Check
  • References
  • Vulnerable Sector Search
Also required for this position: Appropriate volunteers should possess the following characteristics: • Friendly, empathetic, responsible and reliable. • Physically capable of assisting patients in the capacity as outlined. • Able to work as part of a team and to establish a good rapport with staff and Residents. • Take instruction well. • Accepting of individuals’ differences. • Self-directed and motivated.
  • Good for youth
  • Accessible by public transit

Meal Experience Companion ***All volunteers must be fully vaccinated***

2137 Comox Avenue, Comox, BC, V9M 1P2 [map]
2 hours / weekly
Minimum 3 months 
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:
•	Engage residents in preparing dining room for service including setting tables, looking after centerpieces, ensuring coffee cart is stocked, pouring drinks as instructed by staff
•	Provide companionship and verbal cuing for residents as required during meals
•	Clearing tables at the end of meals
•	Volunteer may also be asked to participate in the mealtime experience quality improvement group.
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Additional Details & Skills Required
General Orientation to the Volunteer Services and specific Orientation to the Unit and the positions’ key responsibilities will be provided.
Why should you volunteer for this opportunity?
This is an excellent opportunity to learn from our seniors - the stories and experiences that come up during meals provides a richness to our volunteers daily lives that is not obtainable elsewhere. While developing meaningful relationships you are also providing a critical function ensuring residents are able to enjoy their meals in a calm environment and receive the nutrition they need.
Activities involved
Companion/Visitor
Requirements:
  • Police Check
  • References
  • Vulnerable Sector Search
Also required for this position: Appropriate volunteers should possess the following characteristics: • Friendly, empathetic, responsible and reliable. • Physically capable of assisting patients in the capacity as outlined. • Able to work as part of a team and to establish a good rapport with staff and Residents. • Take instruction well. • Accepting of individuals’ differences. • Self-directed and motivated.
  • Good for youth
  • Accessible by public transit