Peer - Youth Social Program
(FOOTPRINTS 4 Autism)
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| Contact | Michele Finney, Volunteer Services, FOOTPRINTS; Phone: 905-420-0388 ext 2; Email: volunteer@footprints4autism.org | |||
| Duties | Spend time with a young person one-to-one * play games, do crafts * have meaningful, fun and safe experience with your buddy with the guidance of a qualified supervisor | |||
| More Info Link | www.footprints4autism.org/volunteer | |||
| Benefits | Foster inclusion * provide period of relief for families and caregivers | |||
| Clients | Youth (aged 14-21) diagnosed with an Autism Spectrum Disorder | |||
| Ages | 14 year(s) - 25 year(s) | |||
| Suitable for OSSD | Yes | |||
| Suitable For | Youth (12-18) ; Highschool students ; Post-secondary students | |||
| Areas of Interest | Arts & Crafts ; Friend / Penpal ; Games ; Parenting / Foster Care Support ; Social Media | |||
| Skills/Experience | Communication & Interpersonal Skills ; Creativity ; Dependability & Trustworthiness ; Listening Skills ; Patience ; Positive / Cheerful Demeanor ; Team Work ; Working with Children | |||
| Commitment Length | Long Term (Minimum of 6 months) | |||
| Interaction Level | One-on-one ; Small Group | |||
| Minimum Hours | 2.5 / Week | |||
| Dates and Times | Monday: Afternoon (3:45 pm-6:15 pm, Whitby) | |||
| Seasons | Year Round | |||
| Accessibility | Fully Accessible | |||
| Location | Whitby Library, 405 Dundas St W, Whitby * Pickering Public Library, 1 The Esplanade, Pickering | |||
| Number of Positions | Pickering ; Whitby 20 individual(s) needed in total. | |||
| Training | Orientation - Introduction to Autism ; Training is provided - First Aid/CPR ; Training is required - Job shadow ; Training on the job - Behavioural Management Systems Training ; Training on-going | |||
| Transportation | Near public transit | |||
| Police Check | Required | |||
| Additional Requirements | 18+ Vulnerable Sector police check * those 18 and over, two references * volunteer contract | |||
| Liability Insurance | Available | |||
| Start Date | On or after 01 Jan 2019 | |||
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| Organization Name | FOOTPRINTS 4 Autism | |||
| Office Phone | 905-420-0388 | |||
| Website | www.footprints4autism.org | |||
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