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Volunteer HomeShare Host

Organisation:
Presbyterian Support Upper South Island (North Canterbury)
Location:
Home Based
Category:
Social Support
Hours:
Working Hours

HomeShare brings a small group of older people, who may be socially isolated, together in a HomeShare host's private home for friendship, fun, laughter and a meal.
As a volunteer host, this is your chance to offer your time, home and hospitality to enable those connections to happen.
The difference you'll be making in the lives of older people is significant and we'd love you to join our team!
You'll receive full training and be supported by our HomeShare Coordinator
We're looking for hosts in: Selwyn, Rangiora, Kaiapoi and Christchurch districts.

Requirements:

First aid certificate (this will be included as part of training if you do not currently have one)
Vaccinated against Covid-19

A Police background check is required for this role.

Time commitment:

Approximately 10.30-2pm one day per week. However, these times are flexible.

Getting started:
The first step is to express your interest by filling out the form below. We will then put you in touch directly with the organisation for more information on the role and how to proceed.

Ref: 428

Social Support


Apply for this role:

Address:

Demographic information:
Used anonymously for statistics to demonstrate our impact to funders.
Other information (optional):
In applying for this position I confirm that I have read the requirements of the position and believe I have the skills and attributes required to carry out this role safely and effectively.

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Background Check

Applicants for this role are required to undergo Police vetting. You can find out more about this process on the Police website:
http://www.police.govt.nz/advice/businesses-and-organisations/vetting/information-about-vetting

Reason a check is required:

Working with older people within your home.

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