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Volunteer, Thrive Group (Burlington)

@ Thrive Group Canada

Burlington, Ontario

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Overview

Thrive Group Canada is seeking unpaid casual volunteers to support residents and clients at its Burlington residences. Volunteers provide friendly visits, recreation assistance, appointment support and meal assistance, in group or one-on-one settings.

Responsibilities:

  • Friendly visits with residents and clients
  • Recreation assistance in group or one-on-one settings
  • Resident appointment support
  • Meal assistance

Requirements summary:

  • Teamwork and good communication skills
  • Empathy and warmth toward residents
  • Understanding of confidentiality
  • Reliable, consistent and positive attitude
  • Vulnerable sector police check

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Employer posting date
2026-09-27
First seen by our source
2026-10-11
Source record updated
2026-10-11

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Job details

SeniorityNo experience needed
DepartmentSocial & community services
Travelair: none · ground: none
Work settingClient sites
PositionSitting and standing
Physical demandsphysical low · computer none
Background checksvulnerable sector

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Thrive Group Canada

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Full company description

Thrive Group is a non-profit healthcare organization that is focused on providing exceptional care for seniors and adults with disabilities. Thrive Group operates four separate member organizations: AbleLiving Services Capability Support Services St. Peter's Residence at Chedoke Idlewyld Manor Our programs operate and provide services within the Hamilton, Burlington, Dunnville, Hagersville, Paris, Binbrook and Mississauga communities through long-term care and community support. Thrive Group provides back-office support to our member organizations which allows for our teams to focus their efforts and resources on providing exceptional front line services. Thrive Group also extends its professional capabilities as fee for service solutions to external organizations who need support in their business operations.

LinkedIn followers
3,414
People associated on LinkedIn
361
Reported office locations
  • 565 Sanatorium Rd, Suite 205, Hamilton, Ontario L9C 7N4, CA
Business categories
  • Health Care
  • Non Profit
  • Charity
Other recorded names
  • Thrive Group Canada
  • Thrive Group
Specialties
  • Healthcare
  • Supportive Housing
  • Independant Living
  • Long-term Care
  • and Assisted Living
Profile identifies a recruitment agency
No
Reported total investment
0

Currency and observation date were not supplied; this is not a current valuation or a funding round.

Thrive Group is a non-profit healthcare organization that is focused on providing exceptional care for seniors and adults with disabilities. Thrive Group operates four separate member organizations: AbleLiving Services Capability Support Services St. Peter's Residence at Chedoke Idlewyld Manor Our programs operate and provide services within the Hamilton, Burlington, Dunnville, Hagersville, Paris, Binbrook and…

FieldValue
IndustryHospitals and Health Care
Company size1,001-5,000 employees
HeadquartersHamilton, Ontario
Organization typeNonprofit
Year founded2013
SpecialtiesHealthcareSupportive HousingIndependant LivingLong-term Careand Assisted Living
Open jobs on Jobsy16
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Job description

Come Volunteer with us!

Thrive Group is a non-profit, charitable organization that acts as the umbrella organization for charities with a healthcare focus by sharing best practices and back-office resources. Thrive Group organizations include AbleLiving Services, Capability Support Services, Idlewyld Manor, and St. Peter’s Residence at Chedoke.

Are you looking for a volunteer position with an organization that values a strong workplace culture?

Thrive Group is proud to be certified as one of Canada’s Great Places to Work®! In addition, we have been recognized and awarded as:

  • 2026 Best Workplaces with the Most Trusted Executive Team
  • 2026 Top 50 Best Workplaces in Canada
  • 2026 Best Workplaces for Women

  • 2026 Best Workplaces for Giving Back

We’re thrilled to be acknowledged for our commitment to creating an exceptional workplace!

We believe that:

  • Teamwork is essential to our success
  • Honesty and Transparency are fundamental in building relationships
  • Respect is required in all our interactions
  • Innovation is essential to meet the growing needs of our residents and clients
  • Versatility ensures we adapt to change to meet the needs of our clients and residents, and
  • Excellence is fundamental in all we do.

If you are someone who enjoys spending time socializing with older adults and adults with special needs we want to hear from you!

What you can expect as a Volunteer at Thrive Group:

  • Meaningful learning experiences to build your career skills
  • Opportunities to meet our clients and residents
  • The chance to meet new people
  • Guidance and support in your volunteer role
  • Letters of reference for prospective employers

We are specifically looking for Volunteers to support our Bethany Residence program in Burlington! Volunteer activities include:

  • Friendly Visits Volunteer
  • Recreation Assistance Volunteer
  • Resident Appointment Volunteer
  • Meal Assistance Volunteer

*Group Setting and/or one on one with clients/residents

Qualifications/Skills/Expectations:

  • Teamwork; able to work with a variety of people
  • Good communication & listening skills
  • Empathy; understanding and warmth towards residents/clients
  • Understand the need for confidentiality
  • Positive attitude and friendly, enthusiastic manner
  • Reliable and consistent
  • Vulnerable Sector Police Check

Job Type: Casual/Volunteer (unpaid)

Locations:

  • Bethany Residence (2387 Industrial St. Burlington)
  • Westwood (982 Falcon Blvd. Burlington)
  • Aldershot (540 Plains Rd. E Burlington)
  • Carey House (1401 Ontario St. Burlington)
  • Palmer Place (3097 Palmer Dr. Burlington)

Questions? Email us at [email protected]

At Thrive Group, we embrace equity, diversity, and inclusion. Our commitment to this is directly linked to our organizational values of Teamwork, Honesty, Respect, Innovation, Versatility, and Excellence. Thrive Group strives to attract, develop, and retain a workforce that is as diverse as the residents, clients, and customers we serve and are committed to providing an accessible candidate experience through the recruitment and selection process. Should you require accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please contact the Human Resources Department at 289-309-8477 or email [email protected]

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