TeleCheck Volunteer Training - MAY 2021

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Volunteer Position Name / Role:	TeleCheck Volunteer Training - MAY 2021
Date Posted:	Friday, May 25, 2018
Organization Name:	TeleCheck
Organization Contact:	Jennifer McCallum 519-217-5640 jmccallum@headwatershealth.ca
Why you might want to consider taking this opportunity:	If you are someone who wants to support adults aged 55+ in Dufferin County! If you are someone who wants to share your skills! If you are someone who wants to develop your skills! Gain a valuable work reference!. TeleCheck offers excellent communication training! You make a difference in the lives of adults 55+
Type of Organization:	Seniors Service
More Info Link:	https://www.headwatershealth.ca/Areas-of-Care/TeleCheck
Volunteer type position is suitable for:	Adult (18 +) Business/employer supported group
Duties / Roles / Activities:	Working with a team of volunteers and staff, to deliver the daily scheduled telephone calls to adults aged 55+ registered for a a daily check-in ensuring their well-being, safety, and linking them with support when required.
Sample Tasks:	From the TeleCheck office at 25 Centennial Road, Unit#1, Orangeville, (or remote during COVID-19) you will work in a supportive team environment, providing a friendly call to registered adults 55+ and caregivers. If there is a concern, you will refer the call to staff to support. Prepare brief and confidential documentation on a computerized data base to demonstrate call was completed/placed to TeleCheck client.
Dates & Times:	Daytime Evening Weekend
Seasonal:	All Year
Location of Volunteer Activity:	Orangeville and area
Wheelchair Accessibility:	Yes
Can be used toward '40 Hours' for Highschool Graduation (OSSD):	No
Does this opportunity relate to COVID-19:	Yes
Commitment Length / Duration:	Moderate Term (3 months to 1 year)
Training Required:	None
Transportation:	Own Transportation Required
Expires:	Wednesday, February 23, 2022
Areas of Interest:	Support for seniors / older adults Support for persons with disabilities Telephone Support Emergency Services / Crisis Services / Legal Community and information services for the general public Administrative / Office Work / Business / Accounting Services Marketing / Communications / Public Relations
Skills / Experience:	Empathy, compassion, caring and friendly. Ability to engage others, be non-judgmental and keep confidentiality. Minimal computer skills.

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