Friendly Visitor Volunteer

Friendly Visitor Volunteers are assigned to clients in our Older Adult Services Program who are seeking companionship. This role allows volunteers to relate with clients in a friendly way and establish meaningful connections. Friendly visitor volunteers can meet with clients in their home or plan to go on outings such as to a coffee shop. JCFS may be able to reimburse volunteers depending on the location of the outing. These outings will need to be predetermined and shared with JCFS staff and sanctioned by the client; however, any ideas are welcomed!

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• Be welcoming, positive, respectful, patient, and compassionate with clients.


• Strong Communication skills.


• Strong active listening skills.


• Create a friendly environment for clients.


• Develop meaningful connections with clients.


• Provide a sense of companionship to clients.


• Open to exploring different cultures.

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• Volunteers are supported through orientation, (online and in person) meetings, seminars, and one-to-one support.


• We provide an environment where volunteers are engaged, challenged & rewarded.


• Opportunities to meet new people.


• Develop social and professional networks.


• Build on your communication, interpersonal and leadership skills.


• Gain valuable work experience to build your resume.


• Career exploration.


• Meeting Academic requirements.


• Scholarship opportunities.


• Support your community.


• Enhance clients' lives and deliver life-changing supports and services.


• Reference letter upon request (after 10+ hours)

JCFS asks that volunteers commit to a 6 month schedule with volunteer shifts on a weekly or bi-weekly schedule. This allows for consistency with the volunteer and client.

• Online Application Form Below
• Email: msenden@jcfswinnipeg.org (Include Opportunity ID)
• Online: www.jcfswinnipeg.org/volunteer