Visitor Volunteer

Friendly Visitor Volunteers are assigned to clients in our Older Adult Services Program who seek companionship. This role allows volunteers to relate with clients in a friendly way and establish meaningful connections. Volunteers can meet clients in their homes or plan outings such as visiting a coffee shop. JCFS may reimburse volunteers depending on the outing location. Outings must be approved by JCFS staff and the client, but ideas are welcomed!

• Be welcoming, positive, respectful, patient, and compassionate.
• Strong communication skills.
• Active listening skills.
• Create a friendly environment.
• Develop meaningful connections.
• Provide companionship.
• Open to exploring different cultures.

• Supported through orientation, meetings, seminars, and support.
• Engaged, challenged, and rewarded environment.
• Opportunities to meet new people and develop networks.
• Build communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.
• Gain work experience and explore careers.
• Meet academic requirements and access scholarship opportunities.
• Support your community and enhance clients' lives.
• Receive a reference letter after 10+ hours.

Age: 18-30, 31-54, 55+

Time Commitment:
Daytime, Evening, Weekend, Flexible Hours

Volunteers commit to a 6-month schedule, weekly or bi-weekly shifts for consistency.

Location:

Winnipeg - Assiniboine South

Requires criminal record check:
Yes (reimbursed)

Child abuse registry check:
No

Open to candidates fulfilling volunteer hours for school credit and speaking languages such as Hebrew, Russian, Yiddish, or Spanish.

• Reference letter, certificate of recognition, supervision, training, and orientation.

If you do not receive an immediate automated confirmation email after applying, please check your email address and junk/spam folders.

Apply by filling out the form with your details and attaching your resume and cover letter (PDF, TXT, DOC, DOCX, max 5MB).

B Suite 511, 428 Portage Avenue, Winnipeg, MB R3C 0E2

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