Public Education Program Assistant
(Alzheimer Society of Durham Region)
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| 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 | |||
| information@alzheimerdurham.com | ||||
| Website | www.alzheimer.ca/durham | |||
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