Volunteer Activities Long Term Care The Homestead

Volunteer Opportunities at Finger Lakes Health - Skilled Long-Term Care Facilities

Locations : Huntington Living Center (Waterloo), The Homestead (Penn Yan), and Living Center North and South (Geneva, NY)

Are you looking to make a meaningful impact in your community? Finger Lakes Health invites compassionate, dependable individuals to volunteer at our Skilled Long-Term Care Facilities. Volunteers play an important role in enriching the lives of our residents by assisting with planned activities designed to support physical health, cognitive function, emotional well-being, and social engagement.

This is a great opportunity for anyone looking to connect with their community or gain experience for future careers in healthcare, education, social work, or occupational / physical therapy.

Volunteer Goals and Objectives

To support the Activities Team by helping plan and carry out enrichment activities for residents, contributing to their quality of life and overall wellness.

Ideal Candidate Qualities

• Friendly and enjoys interacting with people of all backgrounds
• Able to follow directions, work independently, and collaborate as part of a team
• Dependable and punctual
• Respects and supports resident dignity
• Compassionate and empathetic

Volunteer Responsibilities

Schedule

Flexible hours based on volunteer availability and program needs

Most volunteer shifts are scheduled weekdays between 9 : 00 a.m. and 4 : 00 p.m.

Schedule to be arranged with the Activities Director.

Supervision

Volunteers report to the Activities Supervisor or designated facility staff.

Onboarding & Requirements

Once a volunteer position is accepted, the Finger Lakes Health recruitment team will schedule a criminal background check through the New York State Department of Health, along with a pre-placement physical and drug screening. After successfully completing these requirements, volunteers must complete computer-based learning modules in the Human Resources office before beginning their first shift.

Prior to starting, all volunteers will receive training on facility guidelines, including infection control protocols. The Activities Team will communicate any changes to the volunteer schedule.

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