| 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 |
PLEASE BE AWARE THAT DURING THE PANDEMIC OPPORTUNITIES FOR VOLUNTEERING IN THIS POSITION ARE LIMITED. YOU ARE WELCOME TO INQUIRE ABOUT POSITION AVAILABILITY BY CALLING MARY ANN ON WEDNESDAY OR THURSDAY AT 250-386-2269 The Mental Health Visiting and Activity program matches community volunteers with individuals living within Island Health's (VIHA'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 also engage residents in small group activities such as arts and crafts, gardening, wellness, fitness or yoga. 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. |
| Training Details | Orientation will be provided. |
| Working Conditions | Criminal records check and references 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, Health Care/Emergency, 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 | Mary Ann Snowden |
| Phone | 250.386.2269 |
| Address | 620 View Street Victoria, V8W 1J6 |
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