Position ID: V-OSH1196 |
Last Modified: 25 Jun 2019 |
Last Full Update: 20 Jun 2019 |
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Opportunity Details |
Contact | Shankari Surendran, Administrative Coordinator - Programs, Alzheimer Society of Durham Region; Phone: 905-576-2567 ext 5244; Email: volunteer@alzheimerdurham.com |
Duties | Support the Alzheimer Society Durham Region's public education program * opportunities include public speaking, facilitating information booths, and implementing the Interactive Dementia Experience * volunteers will be asked to study relevant learning materials, accept info booth sessions, act as a ambassador on behalf of ASDR, attend professional development sessions, and engage with the community |
More Info Link | alzheimer.ca/en/durham/Get-involved/Volunteer |
Benefits | Enhance public presentation skills * exposure to the local community * help make life better for those living with dementia by promoting public awareness and providing accurate information to the community * access to information can help families have more success getting help, learn tips and strategies that could help them in their dementia journey * recruit additional volunteers * combat negative stigmas and misinformation |
Clients | Persons living with dementia, care partners, members of the community |
Ages | 16 year(s) and up |
Suitable for OSSD | Yes |
Suitable For | Adults (18+) ; Highschool students ; Post-secondary students ; Persons with a physical disability ; Couples ; Groups ; Individuals ; Community Groups |
Areas of Interest | Community Outreach ; Education Support (Tutoring / Instruction) ; Program Coordination / Support |
Skills/Experience | Communication & Interpersonal Skills ; Confidentiality ; Creativity ; Customer Service ; Dependability & Trustworthiness ; Elder Care ; Friendly & Outgoing ; Positive / Cheerful Demeanor ; Public Speaking ; Self-Motivated / Work Independently ; Team Work ; Ability to speak French is an asset |
Commitment Length | Long Term (Minimum of 6 months) |
Interaction Level | Small Group ; Large Group |
Minimum Hours | 8 / Month |
Dates and Times | Opportunities range from morning - evening including weekends * volunteers create their own schedule * must volunteer a minimum of twice a month |
Seasons | Year Round |
Location | Locations in Durham Region |
Number of Positions | Durham Region 4 individual(s) needed in total. |
Training | Orientation ; Training is provided ; Training is required ; Scheduled training ; Training on the job ; Training on-going |
Transportation | Near public transit ; Driver License required |
Application Deadline | 30 Jun 2020 |
Cost | Vulnerable Sector Check |
Police Check | Required |
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Organization Name | Alzheimer Society of Durham Region |
Office Phone | 905-576-2567 |
Toll Free Phone | 1-888-301-1106 |
Fax | 905-576-2033 |
E-Mail | information@alzheimerdurham.com |
Website | www.alzheimer.ca/durham |
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