| Position ID: V-GUE0118 |
Last Modified: 13 Jun 2022 |
Last Full Update: 13 Jun 2022 |
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| Contact | Martha Schuett, Coordinator of Volunteer Services, Homewood Health Centre; Phone: 519-824-1010 ext 32262; Fax: 519-767-3564; Email: volunteer@homewoodhealth.com |
| Duties | Volunteers work closely with Recreation Therapy staff to assist with Homewood patient creative arts sessions. The volunteer will provide a creative and social environment for the development of skills and to enhance a sense of well-being using ceramics, watercolours, abstract painting & pastel art. This position requires a regular weekly commitment. |
| Benefits | Gain experience working with patients in a mental health and addictions centre in the Program for Older Adults. This is a great opportunity for those wishing to pursue a teaching career or experience working with seniors. |
| Clients | Patients in the Homewood Health Centre in the Program for Older Adults suffering from depression, anxiety and possibly substance abuse. |
| Ages | 18 year(s) and up |
| Suitable For | Adults (18+) ; Seniors (55+) ; Post-secondary students |
| Areas of Interest | Arts & Crafts ; Mental Health / Addictions ; Senior's Activity Support |
| Skills/Experience | Communication & Interpersonal Skills ; Confidentiality ; Creativity ; Customer Service ; Ability to follow instructions, learn new skills and take initiative; Ability to be empathetic, non judgmental, sensitive and caring with patients; Be open to feedback. |
| Commitment Length | Medium Term (4 months to 1 year) |
| Interaction Level | Small Group |
| Minimum Hours | 1.5 / Week |
| Dates and Times | Thursday: Afternoon (12:55 - 2:30 pm) |
| Seasons | Year Round |
| Accessibility | Partially Accessible |
| Number of Positions | Guelph
1 individual(s) needed in total. |
| Training | Orientation ; Training is provided ; Training on the job |
| Transportation | Near public transit |
| Police Check | Not Required |
| Display Until | 15 Jul 2022 |
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| Organization Name | Homewood Health Centre |
| Office Phone | 519-824-1010 |
| Toll Free Phone | 1-866-839-2594 |
| E-Mail | healthcentre@homewoodhealth.com |
| Website | homewoodhealth.com/health-centre |
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