| Volunteer Position Description |
Brighten someone's day with a simple phone call! As a Friendly Caller volunteer, you’ll provide companionship to seniors through regular, casual conversations, typically once a week for 30 to 60 minutes. This flexible role lets you connect with seniors on your schedule, offering them a friendly voice and a listening ear. Join us in making a meaningful difference, one call at a time! |
| On/Off Campus |
Off-campus (Montreal) |
| Position Type |
Volunteer opportunity |
| Location |
Work from home |
| Address |
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| Neighborhood/Area |
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| Contact with Clients? |
Direct volunteering with clients |
| Volunteer Tasks |
Active Listening / Counselling |
| Volunteer Tasks (Other) |
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| French required? |
No |
| Volunteer Position Requirements |
Friendly and Approachable: Ability to engage in warm, conversational interactions with seniors.
Consistent Availability: Willing to make calls once a week for 30 to 60 minutes, based on a regular schedule.
Clear Communication: Strong verbal communication skills to facilitate enjoyable conversations.
Reliable Phone Connection: Access to a stable phone line for making calls.
Willingness to Undergo a Background Check: Necessary to ensure the safety and comfort of the seniors. |
| Open to students in all degrees and disciplines? |
Yes |
| Targeted Degrees and Disciplines |
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| Time Period |
Rolling basis |
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| Length of Commitment Expected |
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| Time Commitment |
Morning, Afternoon |
| Hours per Week |
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| Training provided? |
Yes |
| Other Benefits |
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| Benefits (Other) |
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| Application Procedure |
Email organization contact |
| Application Contact Information |
outreach@contactivitycentre.org |
| Application Deadline |
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| Application Material Required |
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| Additonal Application Information / Comments |
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