Appointment Escort Volunteer
Responsible To:
- Director of Resident Services
- Volunteer Coordinator
- Charge Nurse
Purpose of Position
- To accompany residents who may require an escort to offsite appointments by means of Handi Transit, Wheelchair Taxi, or Patient Transfer Services.
Functional Responsibilities
- Accompany, stay, and return with residents to any offsite appointment as may be necessary
- Assist residents in and out of vehicles when necessary, being mindful of safety issues
- Report to registered nurse (RN) upon departure and return
- Return any forms from hospital, doctor, specialist, etc. to RN
- Meet residents at appointment site if unable to accompany due to transportation restriction
- Report to Huron Lodge immediately should any problem or emergency arise
- Socialize with resident while waiting with them
- Attend volunteer meetings as required
- Follow all current Huron Lodge rules, policies and procedures
Qualifications:
- Interpersonal skills
- Punctuality
- Ability to work with the elderly, their families, and other volunteer staff
- Reliability
If you have any questions about volunteering, please contact one of the following staff members:
Huron Lodge
1881 Cabana Road West
Windsor, Ontario
Canada
N9G 1C7
Phone: For general information, call 311. For detailed inquiries, call Judy Harling (519) 253-6060 ext. 8276.
Fax: (519) 977-8027