| About the Position | |
| Position # | 1582 |
| Organization | Mental Health Visiting and Activty Program - Volunteer Victoria |
| Position | Mental Health Visiting & Activity Program - Mental Health Visiting and Activity Program |
| Location | 620 View Street, Victoria, BC, Canada |
| Impact Statement |
The Mental Health Visiting & Activity program matches volunteers with individuals living in mental health group homes to provide companionship and reduce isolation. As a volunteer this is an excellent opportunity to develop an understanding of mental illness and to support someone to achieve their recovery goals. |
| Description |
The Mental Health Visiting and Activity program matches community volunteers with individuals living within Island Health's Mental Health and Substance Use residential services. Volunteers play a key role to reduce isolation by providing companionship to a resident by going out for coffee, attending a community event, playing a card game or simply visiting them on a regular basis. Volunteers and clients are matched according to their compatibility, interests, locations and time availability. Activities are based on the mutual interest of both the volunteer and client. |
| COVID-19 Vaccination Required | Yes |
| Training Details | Orientation will be provided. |
| Working Conditions | Criminal records check and references mandatory. COVID-19 Full Vaccination Mandatory. 19+ years old. Six month commitment. Times are to be determined. |
| Minimum Duration | 7 - 12 months |
| Timing | Anytime |
| Time Detail | 1 to 2 hours per week - times are negotiable. |
| Age | 19+ |
| Ideal for | An Individual |
| Transportation | On a bus route |
| Area(s) of Interest | Caring Support, Recreation/Sports |
| Skill(s) | Interpersonal Communication, Plan & Co-ordinate, Empathy, Adaptability, Respect |
| How to Apply | |
| Application Link: | |
| Website | http://volunteervictoria.bc.ca |
| Send an Email Message | |
| Contact | Arista Marthyman |
| Phone | 250.386.2269 |
| Address | 620 View Street Victoria, V8W 1J6 |
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