Name of community agency/organization:
Peel Health - Volunteer Resources
Position title:
In Home Volunteer Visitor
Volunteer Visitor
Description of community agency/organization: Region of Peel, Health Services
What you will do:
Assist families in their homes in various ways. All clients on our caseload are referred to us by Public Health Nurses. These specific families are chosen as those who would highly benefit from the support of a volunteer. You would:
- help a new mother with infant care, by providing an extra set of hands-- usually in a multiple birth situation
- act as a mentor to children
- assist with reading, writing, homework etc.
Skills required:
This opportunity is available for students 18 years and older.
We are looking for friendly, outgoing mature students with good communication skills, must be responsible and reliable. Maintain client confidentiality as outlined in the placement description contract.
Skills you will learn:
- enhanced social skills
- understand the responsibilities of being an efficient member of the Peel community
- specific task oriented skills and training depending on type of placement
Length of time required:
Minimum of three hours a week for three months.
Location:
Volunteers have an opportunity to volunteer with clients in Brampton, Caledon and Mississauga.
Contact person:
Ewa Nosek
How to get involved/How to apply:
- For Brampton & Caledon volunteer opportunities, call Ewa Nosek at 905.791.7800 ext. 2613
- For Mississauga & Caledon volunteer opportunities, call Julie Di Girolamo at 905.791.7800 ext. 2521
- All potential volunteers must be screened and attend an interview prior to placement.
The Peel board has reviewed this volunteer posting to make sure it meets the criteria for the community involvement requirement. However, this posting is provided as a service to students-it is not intended to be an endorsement by the Peel District School Board of any specific organization or program.
This opportunity is available for students 18 years and older.
