Do you LOVE to talk to people? Do you enjoy filling other peoples cups? Making a new friend? If so, we have an opportunity for you!
Position Title: Volunteer Companion/Telephone Reassurance
Position Summary. Provide friendship and companionship to help motivate and keep individuals mentally stimulated.
Reports To: Elderbridge Agency on Aging staff, as assigned.
Position Benefits:
- Social interaction with others.
- Recognition as a valuable part of our team.
- A sense of giving back to your community.
- Utilize current talents, skills and abilities.
- Develop new talents, skill and abilities.
- Develop valuable relationships.
Position Responsibilities:
- Chatting with individuals in person or over the phone.
- Interacting in hobbies.
- Companionship.
- Be friendly, respectful and positive.
- Report any problems to assigned Elderbridge Agency on Aging Staff, as assigned.
Skills, Knowledge Abilities:
- If driving; must have your own vehicle, valid driver’s license and auto insurance, good driving record, knowledge and observance of traffic rules and laws.
- Good interpersonal skills, courteous and works well with others.
- Prompt and dependable.
- Organized and neat.
- Friendly, supportive, compassionate attitude.
Time Commitment:
Open
Duration:
Ongoing as needed
Due to access to confidential participant information this position may require criminal background check and abuse registry check.
Contact Laura Allen, Volunteer Coordinator at 1-800-243-0678.
