3697 - Activity Assistant Volunteer #PeelServes

Goal
Located in southwest Mississauga, Partners Community Health (PCH) is a not-for-profit, charitable organization focused on bringing healthcare services together around the needs of people living in Mississauga and West Toronto. PCH manages Wellbrook Place, two state-of-the-art Long Term Care homes (Wellbrook Place East and Wellbrook Place West) and Seniors’ Hub at 2180 Speakman Drive in Mississauga. The homes have a combined 632 beds and are a part of PCH’s larger strategy that introduces innovative and inclusive programs and services and new models of care delivery.

Description
Assists the Activation Aide with set‑up/take down of activity area; Invite residents/community participants to participate; offer help to get them to and from activity; Host Recreation Room and facilitate room activities as needed if approved; Help participants to have an enjoyable time while at the event; be a kind and attentive host; Monitor residents/participants for signs of upset or distress; flag staff to situations as needed; Attend occasional education and awareness training sessions; Understand and follow PCH’s Volunteer Policies and Code of Conduct; Ability and willingness to follow PCH’s infection control and prevention (IPAC) procedures; Enjoy a rewarding experience that enhances the quality of life for PCH residents, their families and local older adults; Participate in educational and support sessions for volunteers; Gain workplace knowledge and transferable skills; Be a part of innovative and inclusive models in the delivery of senior care.

Qualifications

Must be 15 years of age or older;

Have a inspiring and encouraging demeanor, a patient and positive attitude and enjoy spending time with older people;





Previous experience in a palliative, long term care or community/recreational setting, or a recreational setting, an asset;

Have strong customer service and/or active listening skills;

Have the ability to walk distances, stand for a period of time, and push a wheelchair;

An ability to stay calm and seek assistance, if needed;

Strong communication skills including written and verbal fluency in English (additional languages, an asset);

Police check & TB check required.

Commitment
Volunteers are asked to commit to a minimum of a total of 80 hours of service, ideally served through consistent weekly shifts. We value long-term relationships and encourage volunteers to pace their service over several months, rather than completing hours in a short period. This helps build trust with residents and program participants and contributes to a more meaningful and rewarding experience for everyone involved.

Time Commitment
This is a Long Term (More than 6 months) commitment starting 2025-11-10 and ending 2026-12-31 . Shifts are available anytime.

Available Shifts

9:30 AM to 12:30 PM

1:30 PM to 4:30 PM

New Volunteer Orientation
Orientation sessions are once per month on a Saturday morning (dates to be determined).

Training
Pre-boarding (online learning)

Three on-the-job training shifts

More Details
Areas of Interest: Arts & Crafts, Healthcare, Senior Support.

Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible washroom, wheelchair accessible parking, fully accessible workplace.

Ideal for: individuals.

Apply before: 2026-12-31.

Min Age: 15.

Max Age: 99.

Police Check: required.

Resume: not required.

Driver's Licence: not required.

Proof of Vaccination: not required.

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