There are many volunteer, career, and student placement opportunities in Seniors' Services.

On this page:

• Volunteer
• Student placements
• Careers

Volunteer

We accept adult and youth volunteers over the age of 14.

Why volunteer

Volunteers are valued members of our community who help in all areas of Seniors' Services. Every year they give over twenty-one thousand hours of their time to support older adults!

Your skills and experience can have a positive impact on someone's life. Your support will:

• Enrich lives
• Keep people we serve connected to the community
• Create new friendships
• Support people when they need it most

Positions available

We provide specialized training to give volunteers the knowledge they need to work with older adults in a health care setting. We have a variety of volunteer opportunities:

One-to-One Resident Support

Become a friendly visitor, a walking buddy, computer coach, assist people at meal time or support an individual at the end of their life. 

Recreation Therapy Support

Assist with weekly programs such as bingo, physical games, art and music programs, and more!

Resident Assistants

Accompany the people who live at Sunnyside Home to chapel, hairdressing, and on-site clinics.

Fundraising

Help raise money to benefit Seniors' Services. Get involved with the Sunnyside Foundation or volunteer at the Fabulous Finds Gift Shop.

Clerical Support

Provide clerical assistance with projects.

Community Alzheimer Program Assistants

Assist with daily activities in the Community Alzheimer Programs, an adult day program for persons with Alzheimer Disease or related dementias. Morning and afternoon positions are available at the Kitchener, Waterloo or Cambridge site. 

Supportive Housing

Assist with recreational activities in Supportive Housing including outings, meal programs, gardening and art groups.

How to apply

Apply online by filling out the volunteer application form.

Please note that adult volunteers will need a Vulnerable Sector Police Records Check and two-step TB skin test. After you apply, you will receive more information on these requirements.

We will arrange a time for you to meet with the Volunteer Engagement Coordinator on Sunnyside campus.

Email the Volunteer Engagement Coordinator at bkleingeltink@regionofwaterloo.ca for more information, or call 519-893-8494 extension 6372.

Student Placements

Why request a placement

Seniors' Services provides opportunities for students in high school, college or university to take part in practical, hands-on learning. We are looking for energetic people with a keen interest in developing relationships with older adults.

Positions available

We offer unpaid student placements in many areas, including:

• Personal Support Worker
• Nursing
• Recreation
• Music Therapy
• Social Work

How to apply

Please speak to your instructor if you are interested in a placement in Sunnyside Home Long Term Care or Community Programs.