Providence Health Care - St. Vincent's Langara

Classification: Off Campus
Closing Date: March 26, 2023
Time Commitment: 4 months, Tuesday afternoons
Location: 255 West 62nd Avenue

URL: http://www.providencehealthcare.org/volunteers

Number of Positions: 4

Overview:

Providence Health Care (PHC) is the largest Catholic-operated health care organization in Canada and provides health care services to all ages across the full continuum of care. Providence Health Care is comprised of eight health care providers which include: Holy Family Hospital, Mount Saint Joseph Hospital, St. Paul’s Hospital, St. Vincent's Brock Fahrni and Langara, Youville Residence, St. John’s Hospice, Honoria Conway.

 

Health Care Recreation Activity Volunteer - Mahjong

Position Description:

This position involves volunteers helping with weekly Mahjong games at a Long Term Care facility by portering wheelchair bound elders to and from the activity space and assisting with game play. Volunteers under the direction of a Rehab Assistant, will help with the set up and take down of the mahjong table, socializing with residents and generally assist the residents with the playing of the game.How to apply:Apply online by going to http://bttr.im/gj80s

 

Required Skills and Experience:

Role requirements:-Must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 (7 days post dose 2)-Able to assist elders who have physical and/or cognitive challenges.- Be able to play Mahjong and speak Cantonese (preferred) or Mandarin is required.-Physically capable of pushing elders in wheelchairs and carrying out physical tasks as required.-Able to communicate well in verbal and written English.-Friendly, reliable, patient and respectful.-Able to follow direction and enjoy teamwork.-Willingness to listen, learn and develop effective ways to interact with elders.-Sincere interest in the social needs elders.-Want to have fun!

 

Benefits and Recognition:

-Experience working in a healthcare environment-Experience with elders dealing with Dementia-Educational opportunities-Scholarship opportunities-Reference letters (upon request after completion of 30 hours of volunteering)

 

Contact:

Stephanie Kulferst - skulferst@providencehealth.bc.ca