Program Assistant - Volunteer Services - #184743

VHA Home HealthCare (VHA) is one of the largest not-for-profit home care providers in Ontario. Our team is made up of close to 3,000 caring and committed professionals who love what they do. Our providers tell us: “Home care is where I can truly make a difference. There is such a sense of accomplishment from helping people live independently at home.” Our teams work together to provide high quality, client-centred care to those who need it most in their homes, schools, retirement homes and other community settings. Many of our team members manage their own schedules in the community and they say, “The freedom and flexibility can’t be beat.” Providers form meaningful bonds with the clients and families they serve over time and are supported by a diverse regional team and beneficial home office programs. Team members tell us “I love the inclusive culture. I feel welcome and at home.”

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Pay Range

OPSEU/VHA Pay Scale Level 4A: $24.19 per hour

The role supports recruitment, screening, onboarding, and placement of volunteers based on organizational needs. It involves reviewing applications, coordinating orientations and info sessions, helping plan volunteer services, and conducting site visits.

Key Areas Of Accountability

• Works with Volunteer Supervisor to determine organization needs for various volunteer services
• Schedules and matches volunteers and supervises delivery of services
• Support volunteers and Program Supervisors/Coordinator utilizing volunteer supports
• Participates in community outreach activities including distribution of brochures, involvement in trade shows and related events.
  
  

Key Skills And Behaviors

• A Volunteer Management Certificate or a related field in the social service field combined with a minimum of 2 years experience
• Experience in volunteering and recruitment
• Working knowledge in working with diverse communities
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and organizational skills.
• Excellent organization and team building skills
• Skilled in community outreach and public speaking
• A valid Ontario Driver's licence and use of a care
• Knowledge of the City, TTC routes, and the various components of the Agency preferred
• Computer skills in word processing and data entry
• Demonstrate efforts to continuously develop and upgrade skills
• Access to a vehicle is required
• Second language an asset
  
  

What makes VHA’s compensation unique?

• Benefits and pension plan for permanent eligible employees
• Compensation for education and professional development
• VHA is a leading learning organization so we can provide you with comprehensive orientation and training at the start and throughout your career
• Mentorship and peer support
• Career development opportunities
• Employee and family assistance program
• Wellness resources
• Perks & discounts
• Staff & service provider events
  
  

Accommodation and VHA’s commitment to DEI

At VHA Home HealthCare (VHA), we passionately strive to uphold our commitments to being an Equal Opportunity Employer. We champion inclusion and diversity in all parts of our organization and are strong believers that a diverse workforce is key to the ongoing and future success of VHA. We aim to review all applicants with fair and unbiased recruitment practices where opportunities are presented based on merits, skills, and experience. VHA is committed to providing reasonable accommodation and our services are accessible and sensitive to the needs of diverse groups. If you require any accommodation, please let us know in advance as we are happy to comply.

How to Apply?

Our online application should take about 5 to 10 minutes to complete.

VHA is accredited with Exemplary Standing by Accreditation Canada; an RNAO Best Practice Spotlight Organization designate; and a founding member agency of United Way Greater Toronto.

Thank you to everyone who applies. We will review applications as they are received. We’ll only be contacting those selected for further discussion.

In every role and at every level, we lead with purpose, build bonds that matter, and we’re passionate about providing spectacular care.