Eligibility

• HKSAR citizens aged 18 and above (retired persons and housewives are welcome)
• Speak fluent Cantonese and be able to read Chinese (Able to speak English or other Chinese dialects will be an advantage)
• Good presentation skills
• Pleasant and sociable
• Strong desire to learn new knowledge and techniques
• Punctual and responsible

Requirements

1. Complete 12-hour in-training and 3 practicum sessions
2. Prepare to receive further training
3. Provide at least 4 hours of voluntary service per month

Training Programme

• Understand the background of the Hong Kong Housing Society and the Centre, including the Centre's mission and the meaning of volunteering
• Understand service targets
• Attitudes and techniques to communicate with service targets
• Familiar with the services and facilities of the Centre
• Familiar with the use of assessment tools of the Centre
• Understand individual strengths and weaknesses, as well as presentation skills
• Practicum sessions

Commendation and Allowances

1. A certificate will be awarded after completion of the training programme
2. Awards will be given to active and outstanding Ambassadors annually
3. Ambassador allowances will be given

Application

• Free of charge
• Fill in the application form online. (Chinese version only)
• Download application form and return the duly filled form either by mail to the Housing Society Elderly Resources Centre at Shop A , G/F, Prosperous Garden, 3 Public Square Street, Yaumatei, Kowloon or by e-mail to erc@hkhs.com or by fax to 2385 2136