Cancer Support - Childcare Volunteer
(Nanny Angel Network)
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| Contact | Alanna Iammarino, Manager of Volunteer Experience, Nanny Angel Network; Phone: 416-730-0025 ext 6; Email: volunteer@nannyangelnetwork.com | |||
| Duties | Nanny Angels provide free, specialized in-home relief childcare support for mothers who have been diagnosed with cancer, for those requiring palliative care and for families requiring additional relief during the bereavement period * kindly note, the role is not that of a babysitter, housekeeper, or personal assistant – a Nanny Angel’s primary focus is engaging and supporting the children * provide fun, educational, creative, and safe experiences for the children * minimum six-month commitment to ensure support during the duration of a mom’s cancer treatment and recovery * four (4) hours of childcare service per week to the same family * volunteers are matched with families based on compatibility and location within the Greater Toronto Area boundaries COVID-19 considerations: Personal Protective equipment, sanitizer and sanitizing wipes provided * all volunteers are required to wear a mask at all times, observe social distancing and go through a screening questionnaire prior to their volunteering shift * To learn more about our Covid-19 policies, please visit our website at www.nannyangelnetwork.com | |||
| More Info Link | www.nannyangelnetwork.com | |||
| Benefits | Nanny Angels receive specialized training including children’s grief and bereavement and receive the support of NAN’s Child Life Specialist throughout their volunteering time. | |||
| Clients | Nanny Angels provide free, specialized in-home relief childcare support for mothers who have been diagnosed with cancer, for those requiring palliative care and for families requiring additional relief during the bereavement period. | |||
| Ages | 18 year(s) and up | |||
| Suitable For | Adults (18+) ; Seniors (55+) ; Post-secondary students ; Men ; Women ; Newcomers / English as a second language ; Couples ; Families ; Groups ; Individuals ; Community Groups ; Workplaces / Corporate Groups | |||
| Areas of Interest | Child & Family Services ; Child Care ; Group / Family Volunteering ; Youth Engagement ; Youth Services | |||
| Skills/Experience | Creativity ; Dependability & Trustworthiness ; First Aid ; Friendly & Outgoing ; Listening Skills ; Positive / Cheerful Demeanor ; Self-Motivated / Work Independently | |||
| Commitment Length | Medium Term (4 months to 1 year) ; Minimum commitment 6 months | |||
| Interaction Level | One-on-one ; Small Group | |||
| Minimum Hours | 4 / Week | |||
| Seasons | Year Round | |||
| Number of Positions | Greater Toronto Area 160 individual(s) needed in total. | |||
| Training | Orientation ; Training is provided ; Training is required | |||
| Additional Requirements | Individuals with one year of recent (within three years) paid or volunteer experience with children * must be willing to get a valid Vulnerable Sector Screening clearance and current First Aid/CPR-Level C * must be able to engage children and adapt engagement approach based on age and ability * experience supporting children requiring special learning accommodations (an asset) * be physically able to care for children, including standing, lifting, bending, and kneeling as required * must be a minimum of 18 years of age. How to apply: - Please apply by visiting https://nannyangelnetwork.com/apply/ - Select: “BE A NANNY ANGEL- Greater Toronto Area (GTA)” - Create a MY IMPACT ACCOUNT to complete the application | |||
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| Organization Name | Nanny Angel Network | |||
| Office Phone | 416-730-0025 | |||
| Fax | 416-730-8963 | |||
| volunteer@nannyangelnetwork.com | ||||
| Website | www.nannyangelnetwork.com | |||
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