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.” View more comments from our clients and
their family members The Connected Families, Parenting Support Program provides
temporary relief and support services to at risk families caring for children
from birth to four years of age. This program is committed to ensuring the
health and wellness of mothers/families experiencing stress, isolation, and
mental health concerns, such as post-partum depression. The relief service will
enable parents to take a break from the demands of parenting and attend to their
own needs. Volunteers interact and provide simple comforts to children in such a
way as to enhance children’s capacity for successful development i.e.
stimulating gross/fine motor and enriching language skills. AREAS SERVED Toronto
& Peel Region RESPONSIBILTIES Visit weekly on the same day / same time for three
hours per week Engage in meaningful conversation with mom Engage, supervise
infants and toddlers (age 0-4 years) Introduce new learning activities to
children Partner with parent to plan and prepare healthy and nutritious meals
for children Provide information about community resources Accompany mom and
child(ren) to local community resources i.e. Early ON Center, Library Educate
and inform parents about upcoming community events and activities Complete and
submit weekly log for feedback Attend meetings and training sessions COMMITTMENT
3 hours plus travel time, and logs, Mondays-Fridays between 9am-4pm. No evening
or weekend availability 1 visit per week Each assignment is 12 weeks in duration
Commitment – 3-6 months. Opportunities may be available to help more than one
family during this timeframe, or beyond WORKING CONDITIONS Conduct in-home
family visits across the city of Toronto in priority neighbourhoods. Volunteers
are matched with clients as close to their own neighbourhoods as possible with
some flexibility required. Visits take place is small spaces. Must be
comfortable moving around in small spaces, on the floor with children, holding
babies. REQUIREMENTS Person- centered and caring attitude Must have related
child development experience Must have experience caring for both newborns and
toddlers Experience and sensitive to working with culturally diverse families
Creativity in planning and implementing activities Strong active listening
skills and strong oral communication skills to support client in home and in
community along with children Knowledge of and experience working with the
mental health of individuals and families Knowledge of community resources an
asset Previous volunteer experience an asset Second Language an asset
ORIENTATION AND TRAINING Orientation to the agency and volunteer program
Training: Role and other, In Person and online Ongoing education/development
opportunities SCREENING AND SUPERVISION Resume Prescreening Interview 2
References Vulnerable Sector Screening Signed Release, Agreement & Waiver
Reports to program staff on a regular basis with weekly log and as needed
BENEFITS Volunteers are supported through orientation, training, (online and in
person) meetings, workshops, seminars, and one-to-one support. Career-related
experience. 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. Support your community. Enhance
clients' lives and deliver life-changing supports and services. Verification
letter upon request following 100 hours of volunteer service. Program Assistant
or/Coordinator or/Supervisor will be available for feedback and support.
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. “VHA’s team is full of amazing people who are compassionate and
committed to supporting one another and to making care better for our clients
and families.” - Kathryn Nichol, President and CEO, VHA Home HealthCare (VHA) At
VHA, we offer you opportunities to advance your career with an
industry-recognized leader in care that truly values its clients and its people.
Visit our Careers website for more details. Internationally educated healthcare
professionals have long been an important part of VHA’s workforce - hear from
some of our staff and service providers about their experience. Since 1925, VHA
Home HealthCare has lent a helping hand to people in the community. As a
not-for-profit charitable organization, we support seniors, families, people
with disabilities and those living with chronic or terminal illness to live as
independently as possible. With close to 3,000 staff and service providers -
including personal support workers, nurses, rehabilitation professionals, home
support workers and office support staff - we provide services 24 hours a day,
seven days a week to clients in their home and the community. At VHA, we’re
passionate about the work we do, the impact we make, and about supporting our
clients, communities, and each other. As a VHA team member you’ll do more than
provide services to clients; you’ll build strong, long-lasting bonds and real
relationships with our clients and their families. We offer high-quality,
multilingual services in southern Ontario and our work environment focuses on
supporting clients and staff through client-centered care, well-connected health
care teams, and continual improvement. Our people are as diverse as the clients
and communities we support and we value your unique talents. So, if you’re
passionate about serving others and making a difference, you belong at VHA A
Life-Changing Opportunity Providing better care to our clients and their
families is what fuels us. And today we’re at the forefront. Through our
community partnerships, innovation initiatives, and a focus on research and
transformation, we are making an impact like never before. To support you and
your goals, there are a range of full-time, part-time and casual positions at
VHA with varying schedules to meet our clients’ needs and your own. We also try
to give you an interesting mix of new and repeat clients so you can build
relationships and enjoy variety. We know that our team members can provide their
best care when their own needs are being met. Together, we are reimagining the
future of health care. Reimagine your career with VHA. At VHA, we offer you
opportunities to advance your career with an industry-recognized leader in care
that truly values its clients and its people. We offer: The opportunity to join
a leading charitable organization you can be proud of with over 95 years of
experience providing high quality care. A stimulating, diverse, client and
family-focused work environment with a variety of full-time and part time
positions. We invest in our staff, offering continuous opportunities for
learning, competitive compensation and paid orientation, a confidential and free
Employee Assistance Program, and more. Eligible staff are also entitled to a
pension plan and comprehensive benefits package. Best of all, we foster a
supportive, and respectful team environment where we all thrive.
