WoodGreen’s Seniors’ Care and Wellness team offers a range of integrated programs that aim to promote the wellbeing of seniors in our community. The Medical Escort program provides older adults with door-to-door escorts to medical appointments. We are seeking friendly, patient and caring individuals to assist us in delivering this essential service.
Responsibilities
- Volunteers meet clients at their homes, ensure that they are safe and comfortable during transit and assist them in arriving at their appointment on time
- Public transportation or Wheel Trans will be used for travel to the appointment; TTC tokens will be provided; there is no need for a personal vehicle
- The purpose of this role is to escort the client to and from their appointment, not to act as an adviser regarding medical issues
What You Bring to the Team:
- Sensitivity to the needs and challenges faced by seniors and adults living with disabilities
- Professional, patient and empathetic, with a desire to help older adults living in low-income and isolated situations
- Effective communication and active listening skills
- Ability to keep sensitive information confidential
- Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to connect with people from diverse backgrounds and build strong working relationships
Shift hours:
- Up to 3–4 hours per escort
- Flexible scheduling
- Weekday morning and afternoon shifts available
Training:
- Orientation to WoodGreen’s programs, policies, and procedures (Virtual)
- Senior Support Service Training (Virtual)
- Professional Development Training (In-person)
Commitment:
- 3-month minimum commitment
Screening Requirements:
- Vulnerable Sector Screening
- (2) References check
Catchment areas:
- East Toronto(Victoria Park Ave. to Bayview Ave., Eglington Ave. E. to Lake Shore Blvd)
- West Toronto(Yonge to Dufferin Street, Eglington Ave. E. to Lake Shore Blvd. )
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