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Providence Health Care – St. Vincent’s Langara site (Physiotherapy Program Volunteer)

Organization Name: Providence Health Care – St. Vincent’s Langara site
Opportunity Title: Physiotherapy Program Volunteer
Category: Health / Medical
Commitment: Less than 6 months
Start Date: April 15, 2019
End Date: April 15, 2020

Email: skulferst@providencehealth.bc.ca
Website: http://www.providencehealthcare.org/volunteers
Details:
  • Background/police check requiredAppropriate for volunteers aged between 18 and 55Appropriate for volunteers aged 55 and overTraining or orientation required
Opportunity Description:

We are looking for volunteers to help with our various exercise classes. The classes are used to help improve strength, range of motion, sitting balance and general health of elderly people in wheelchairs.

Volunteers assist by helping to accompany residents to and from the program area. Under the direction of a Rehab Assistant volunteers provide general support to residents during the program as directed.

DELIVERABLES/DUTIES:

Set up program area
Invite residents to participate in program and assist residents to and from the program area
Communicate with RA about issues concerning elders attending
Assist with weights as directed – distributing, adjusting etc.
Sanitize equipment/hand-weights if required
Encourage and motivate elders to participate
Participate in exercise activity, model and demonstrate proper technique as instructed
Clean up program area and store equipment

QUALIFICATIONS:

Excellent listening and communication skills.
Sincere desire to interact with elders.
Caring, compassionate and patient personality.
Physically fit with an appreciation for overall health and exercise.
Responsible, reliable and committed to the program.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Gain valuable experience with elders in a healthcare environment
Enhance the quality of life of elders
Access to educational opportunities, references, scholarships and monthly draw prizes
Opportunity to volunteer with a Rehabilitation Assistant

HOW TO APPLY:

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