PLEASE NOTE: During the COVID-19 Emergency, the 'role' will be almost entirely 'VIRTUAL', concentrating on weekly telephone check-ins, PLUS volunteers are invites to do essential shopping for the client, while respecting physical 'social distancing' rules.● The role involves a one-on-one approach (with training) to assist CNIB clients in their homes and in their community. Included are: - Regular visits to a client in his/her home or other suitable environment at mutually convenient times- Activities that are determined by client need and/or mutually agreed upon (approved activities are: reading, organizing, walking, assisting with errands or outings, and friendly visiting)- Outings that are on foot, by public transportation, or taxi● Restrictions. Volunteers do NOT:- cook, clean, provide personal care, do home repairs, give advice (eg. about medical conditions/treatments, health care professionals), provide counseling, or do heavy lifting- drive clients*** When a client needs more support, service, or information than a 'Vision Mate' is able or authorized to give, the volunteer refers them to staff● Volunteers are expected to keep track of, and record, their hoursPLEASE APPLY at the earliest opportunity (no later than June 30, 2020). IF you have created a 'profile' with Volunteer MBC, you can 'click' the yellow box 'Apply Now!' to gain immediate access to the 'CNIB Volunteer Interest Form' (online application) for this and other 'positions'. Complete it and 'click' Submit. You also will be put on the CNIB list of applicants for this 'position'. Thank you!

● In order to promote continuity, volunteers are required to COMMIT to a ENGAGEMENT of at least 6 MONTHS● Excellent English communication skills (fluency in a second language most welcome!)● Organized, reliable, able to abide by schedules and appointments● Friendly, engaging, empathetic, plus creative in terms of activities planned with CNIB client(s)● Comfortable using 'virtual' communications technology● Available for/committed to 'Orientation & Training' for the role● Committed to ahere to CNIB policies and procedures, including the 'Volunteer Code of Conduct'*** Preliminary Screening (entirely 'virtual' during COVID-19):- Long application form and interview (telephone/online - Skype, etc.)- Orientation (preliminary)- 2 character references- 'Police Vulnerable Sector Check' required

One-month probation period. During this period, successful applicants will learn:
About CNIB, About the people we help, About vision loss, and About volunteering at CNIB, and training that is specific to the 'position'. Areas covered include confidentiality, conflict of interest, safety, the prevention of workplace harassment and violence, plus recording volunteer hours, reporting to supervisors, etc.Supervisor is available for ongoing training and support. Random and scheduled spot checks will be conducted to ensure quality service delivery. PLEASE NOTE: During the COVID-19 Emergency, all TRAINING and SUPPORT will be 'VIRTUAL'.