Social Call/Telephone Buddy Volunteer

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Overview: The Social Caller is a remote opportunity that provides invaluable social connections for St. Vincent Meals On Wheels clients who lack support and may be at an elevated risk of loneliness and social isolation. The ideal volunteer will have active listening and effective communication skills. Bilingual in Spanish, Korean, or Chinese is a plus.

Impact: Regular social conversations make a positive difference in the lives of participants and volunteers. You can make a difference in the lives of 1900+ homebound seniors and vulnerable residents across Los Angeles.

Vounteer Roles & Responsibilities:

The volunteer must have the ability to discuss various topics of interest.

Must communicate clearly and patiently, and have the ability to draw out a shy or reluctant participant.

Must submit logs of client calls on a monthly basis

Requirements: The volunteer must possess effective communication skills. In addition, volunteers must be 18+ years of age, pass a background check, and complete a Social Call Self-Training with staff consultation if needed. The minimum time commitment is three months.

The scheduling of calls is flexible (arranged between the client and the volunteer).