Volunteer Job Description:

Residential Visitor Volunteer

Service: Community Outreach and Disability                                         Program: St. Roch 012-082

Status: Long-term                                                                                            Commitment required: 2-3 hours/week.

When: Monday, Wednesday or Thursday evenings, 5:00pm-8:00 pm

Location: North side of Edmonton- Castle Downs area                         Telephone: (780)

Accountable To: Team Leader or Volunteer Supervisor

Purpose of Volunteer Position:

Establish and maintain a one to one support relationship with a developmentally and/or physically disabled adult. Focus should be on introducing and participating in recreation and community activities to enhance the quality of life of the person(s) being supported.

Responsibilities/Tasks:

• Act as a friendly, positive role model
• Assist the person served with the planning and participation in appropriate recreation/leisure and social activities, based on their abilities, interests, limitations, guardian input and service goals
• Establish regular contact times with the person served and follow through with scheduled visits and re-schedule visits
• Keep staff informed about recreation/leisure and social activities
• Maintain relationship boundaries to the volunteer-client role while maintaining confidentiality
• Document volunteer service hours and activities, issues, concerns, after each visit on Volunteer Hub
• Attend training as appropriate
• Represent the Agency in a professional and ethical manner
• Become aware of and comply with Agency policies and procedures related to volunteering

Desired Skills/Abilities:

• Previous experience working with adults with disabilities
• Enjoy board games, outings, walks, talking, socializing, going for coffee/tea
• Friendly and positive interpersonal skills
• Ability to maintain volunteer role boundaries
• Diverse interests and ability to participate in recreation/leisure activities
• Knowledge of community resources
• Patience and flexibility
• First Aid and CPR training an asset

Expected Outcomes:

Person(s) served life is enhanced through volunteer supported social, recreational, and relationship skills.

Volunteer will gain knowledge and experience helping individuals while enjoying leisure and recreation activities. A letter of reference will be provided, as requested.