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Grocery Shopper Escort

Waterloo Home Support Services

City of Waterloo


   About the Position

Impact Statement
Assist Waterloo Home Support Clients maintain their independence by helping them with their grocery shopping.

Description
Commitment of only 1.5-2 hours per week. Shopper Escort volunteers drive and assist older adults or an adult with a disability who would otherwise have difficulty shopping alone. Volunteers escort the client they are matched with during daytime, weekday hours.

This volunteer role requires good decision-making and communication skills, flexibility and patience.

Must have reliable, insured vehicle and pass screening requirements.

Must be age 21+ with a valid MTO G driver's license for a minimum 4 years.

Mileage is reimbursed.


Position Qualifications

Ideal for: An Individual
Age: 21+ English Proficiency, Confidentiality, Physical Demand

Area(s) of Interest: Caring Support, Driver/Transportation, Senior Services

Skill(s): Cultural Awareness/Sensitivity, Interpersonal Communication, Decision-Making/Prioritizing, Sensitivity, Respect, Ethical Framework


Training / Work Condtions

Training Details: A weekday, daytime volunteer orientation and training by Waterloo Home Support Services staff.
Working Conditions:
Transportation: Car required


Time Commitment

Duration: 7 - 12 months
Weekday - Daytime
Approximately 2 hours per week on a weekday between 9am and 4pm

   Contact Information
http://www.waterloo.ca/volunteer
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Volunteer Services
519-888-6488
Waterloo Home Support Services Waterloo, N2J 1P7
Waterloo

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