Job Description
Program/Department Details:
Nav-CARE is a free volunteer navigation program that supports people with declining health to live as well and independently in the community for as long as possible. Specially trained Nav-CARE volunteers help clients to access resources and services in their community, while providing companionship and emotional support.
Assignment Summary:
Nav-CARE volunteers will typically have 1-2 clients who they will visit in the client's home once every 2-3 weeks. The timing and frequency of visits is at the discretion of the client and the volunteer.
Nav-CARE volunteers can assist with many things including:
" identifying resources and services available in the community that may be helpful to the Nav-CARE client
" assisting the client to re-engage in activities and hobbies that are meaningful to them
" listening and providing support
" offering one-on-one relationships tailored to the needs of the client
" helping to relieve feelings of isolation and loneliness
Qualifications and Attributes:
Nav-CARE volunteers must be a minimum of 19 years of age. Volunteer attributes specific to this role include:
" Excellent communication skills including the ability to listen actively
" Empathy and compassion
" The ability to establish meaningful and trusting relationships
" Strong connections to the community
Time Commitment: One day every 2-3 weeks for 2-3 hours.
Application process:
To become a Nav-CARE volunteer, an application with references, a certificate of conduct and a health screening is required. Orientation to Newfoundland Labrador Health Services as well as Nav-CARE specific orientation will be arranged by the Nav-CARE coordinator.
For further information about this role please contact Amy Way at 709-853-8468, [email protected] or [email protected].
www.volunteer.easternhealth.ca
