Job Vacancy for Beauty Shop Volunteer at Extendicare Columbia Forest in Waterloo, ON

Extendicare Columbia Forest is currently accepting applications for the position of Beauty Shop Volunteer in the Waterloo area. We are actively seeking qualified candidates for this Full-time opportunity.

We are looking for individuals who possess strong skills and have a minimum of beginners/seniors in the field. Along with technical expertise, we highly value qualities such as integrity, discipline, and a strong sense of responsibility in our potential employees.

Extendicare Columbia Forest operates within the (according to the company) industry. If you are interested in joining our esteemed organization, we encourage you to submit your application without delay.

Job Information

Company:	Extendicare Columbia Forest
Position:	Beauty Shop Volunteer
City:	Waterloo, ON
Province:	ON
Education:	Confidential
Salary:	CAD 4.000 - CAD 6.500 per Month
Employment Type:	Full-time

Job Description

Columbia Forest Long Term Care Centre

Beauty Shop Volunteer Job Description

Purpose:

• To help residents get to and from their beauty shop appointments and to assist the hairdresser

Responsibilities:

• Escort residents to and from the beauty shop, with guidance from the hairdresser
• Visit and chat with residents while they’re getting their hair done
• Assist the hairdresser by maintaining cleanliness standards or assisting with the haircut

Qualifications:

• ESL Level 6 is required if English is not your first language (based on emergency procedures, client welfare, and communication issues i.e. visual impairment or hearing impairment)
• Strong communication skills
• Open to working with all cultures
• Non-judgmental and sensitive to issues of diversity and aging seniors
• Ability to work independently
• Experience working with seniors and/or in a beauty shop is an asset

Orientation/Training:

• During the Volunteer Orientation, things like policies, procedures and a tour will be covered to help introduce you to Columbia Forest Long Term Care Centre’s Volunteer Program. Please ask the Volunteer Coordinator, Program Assistants, or Program Manager any questions or concerns that you have

Supervision:

• Please take directions and follow instructions from the Hairdresser, Volunteer Coordinator, Program Assistants, and Program Manager. If you have any questions or concerns, please ask the staff mentioned above. Our volunteers are important to us, and we want to ensure you are enjoying volunteering at Columbia Forest Long Term Care Centre

Evaluation:

• Volunteers will be asked to evaluate their volunteer experience once a year. The Volunteer Coordinator will evaluate the volunteer on an informal basis. (Giving feedback and updates as needed.)

Screening:

• Successful candidates will be interviewed and asked for at least two references
• A Vulnerable Persons Police Check must be provided if 18 or older

Benefits:

• You are helping enable residents to get their hair done, which is very important to them and is something they enjoy
• The residents really enjoy seeing new faces and getting to know our volunteers
• When residents and volunteers get to know one another, they can develop great friendships
• When you volunteer, you become part of our team at Columbia Forest
• It’s a great opportunity to develop new skills
• You will also meet other volunteers and staff members
• You will be making a difference in the lives of seniors
• It is a rewarding experience to help seniors

Job Type: Casual

Expected hours: No more than 20 per week

Work Location: In person

Requirements

• Relevant certification or license (if applicable)
• Good problem-solving skills
• Multitasking ability
• Minimum education of a diploma or equivalent

Company Address

Province	ON
City	Waterloo
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