Oasis Program Volunteers

Summary The Oasis Program is a group program running once a week on Thursdays from 10 am to 2 pm to provide support to individuals living with a life-threatening illness allowing them to relax and socialize with people in similar circumstances. Location Address 17100 Yonge St Newmarket, Ontario L3Y 8V3 When Opportunity Type Ongoing - Start Anytime Schedule Asap About This Opportunity Oasis Program Assistants aid in the running of the program by engaging and supporting clients in conversation, activities, coffee/tea and lunch. Volunteers are able to provide support and care to individuals with a term illness and are respectful of people with diverse backgrounds, their values, beliefs, and life circumstances. Volunteers will need excellent communication and active listening skills. Key position responsibilities include engage in conversations with clients in a welcoming environment, assist with the preparation and running of activities for clients, greet clients as they arrive, provide one-to-one support to clients engaged in activities as needed, and assist with set up and clean up for lunch and snacks. Volunteer Requirements Whether you meet these requirements or not, we encourage you to share your interest in us. You may still be a fit for a different opportunity with our organization. Willing to undergo a background or police records check Police Vulnerable Sector Check Skills & Experience Hospice Care Patient Support / Care Visual Art Crafting Group Facilitation Tags socializing hospice activities talking social program oasis

Assist in running the Oasis Program by engaging clients in conversation and supporting them during activities. Responsibilities include greeting clients, providing one-to-one support, and helping with the setup and cleanup of lunch and snacks.

Candidates must be willing to undergo a Police Vulnerable Sector Check. They should possess excellent communication skills and be respectful of individuals from diverse backgrounds living with life-threatening illnesses.

• Group FacilitationPreferred
• Communication SkillsPreferred

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• Hospice Care
• Patient Support
• Visual Art
• Crafting
• Group Facilitation
• Active Listening
• Communication Skills

• Social Services
• Healthcare

Minimum experience

0+ years

Apply by

Sep 26, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

4 hours per week

Seniority

Entry level