The Good Companions – Transportation to Medical appointments – Volunteer Drivers

Posted on Monday, June 13th, 2016

Position Title: Transportation to Medical appointments – Volunteer Drivers
Volunteer Time Frame: ongoing

Address: 670 Albert St.
Contact Person and Contact Info: Nikkie Snagg – (613) 236-0428 http://thegoodcompanions.ca/

Mission: The mission of The Good Companions is to offer programs and services, in partnership with volunteers, to promote, enhance and support the well-being, independence and zest for living of both lder adults and adults with physical disabilities.

Volunteer Position Description:
Volunteer drivers use their own, well maintained cars to drive clients to and from appointments.

Duties

• Picks up client at their home;
• Drives client to and from their appointment;
• Provides assistance as required;
• Fills in Transportation Record forms and submits them to the Program Coordinator;
• Debrief Program Coordinator as necessary;
• Records and reports personal volunteer hours on the Transportation and Record form; and
• Attends meetings/training as scheduled.

Requirements

• Warm, friendly, courteous manner;
• Positive people oriented personality;
• Punctual and reliable;
• Understands the needs, interests and concerns of older adults and adults with physical disabilities.
• Valid Canadian driver’s license with a good driving record;
• A car that is regularly serviced, mechanically reliable and clean;
• Third party liability insurance for $1,000,000;
• Able to physically assist clients and lift a walker when required;
• Non-judgmental and accepting of diverse values and beliefs;
• Emotional resilience, stability and maturity;
• Maintains confidentiality;
• Able and willing to ask for support when needed; and
• Can abide by the limits and boundaries of the program.
Commitment

• Three to four hours once a week, or as scheduled; and
• Flexible depending on volunteer’s availability.

Volunteer Position Requirements:

  • Police Record Check

How to Apply: Contact Nikkie Snagg – (613) 236-0428 volunteer@thegoodcompanions.ca


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