Senior Peer Counsellor (60+ Years)

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Senior Peer Counsellor (60+ Years)

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Richmond Cares, Richmond Gives is a hub for volunteering and giving, working to connect Richmond residents of all ages and backgrounds with meaningful opportunities to support their community. We're also a direct service provider, offering a range of impactful programs.

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What is the position?

Become a Senior Peer Counsellor – Make a Difference!

Are you 60+ and looking for a meaningful way to support fellow seniors? Our Senior Peer Counselling program needs compassionate volunteers like you! As a trained peer counsellor, you’ll provide emotional support to older adults facing anxiety, frustration, or loneliness—helping them navigate life’s changes with confidence.

What’s involved?

Complete a 44-hour training program
Offer weekly one-on-one support to seniors
Attend monthly volunteer meetings & educational sessions
Become affiliated with Senior Peer Counsellors of BC

Your life experience is valuable—use it to support others!

Apply Online Here

Causes
Social Services
Seniors

Who you'll help
Adults (19 - 64)
Seniors (65 & up)

Other Details
Training is provided
Police information check required

Appropriate For
Individuals

Who are we looking for?

Required skills Customer Relations, Interpersonal Skills
Beneficial skills Counselling
Required languages English
Beneficial languages French, Mandarin, Cantonese, Spanish, Arabic, Persian, Tagalog, Punjabi, Hindi, Russian, Japanese
Age(s) Adults (19 - 64), Seniors (65 & up)
Gender Everyone

When does it start?

Start date
May 15, 2025

Commitment
Long term

This is a long term commitment - you are required to complete 44 hours of training and then meet with a peer once a week

Where will you volunteer?

Richmond Cares, Richmond Gives
190 - 7000 Minoru Blvd., Richmond, British Columbia V6Y 3Z5

Questions about this position?
Contact Carol Dickson
604 279 7020 | cdickson@rcrg.org
Website: www.rcrg.org