● Visits Health TAPESTRY clients in their homes (secondarily connects by telephone, email, Skype) to conduct wellness assessment surveys/questionnaires/check ins (visit duration: 1-2 hours; average monthly total: 6 hours)● Assists clients in personal health-related goal(s) identification● Provides a social connection to and for older adults● Communicates with volunteer organizations, family health team, research team, and/or community based organizations● Utilizes a tablet computer and other technology to provide information to identified organizations● Maintains up-to-date knowledge of health programs and services, and acts as a resource in the community through the use of approved information and referral sources● Collaborates closely with program coordinator to schedule client appointments● Completes feedback and reports and submits this information to the volunteer coordinator on a regular basisThe nature of the program and volunteering 'position' REQUIRES:> Volunteer online and face-to-face training> Tuberculosis test (reimbursements available)> Satisfactory 'Police Vulnerable Sector Check'The Canadian Red Cross adheres to, and supports, the 'Canadian Code for Volunteer Involvement'. To apply for this position, please click the 'Apply Now!' yellow box to gain immediate access to the application form.

● Friendly, engaging, approachable, and conversational● Firm commitment to the Fundamental Principles of the Red Cross Movement● Good understanding of services available in the local community is considered an asset (plus a desire to acquire further information needed to volunteer effectively)● Keen interest in building partnerships based on community identified needs● Solid oral/written English communication skills REQUIRED● Computer literacy (must have access to Internet/email/telephone)● LOCAL TRAVEL REQUIRED (must have access to reliable vehicle, public transit)● Active listening skills, combined with empathy/patience for older adults● Ability to volunteer independently with minimal supervision● Ability to volunteer collaboratively as part of a team● Strict adherence to Red Cross policies/procedures, especially privacy/confidentiality● Experience working with a diverse population an asset+ Standard First Aid Certification required (or willingness to take training)++ Satisfactory 'Police Vulnerable Sector Check' REQUIRED+++ Negative Tuberculosis test REQUIRED

Orientation, training, and support will be provided