Peer Support
(March of Dimes Canada, Durham Region, Oshawa - Mary St, Supportive Housing, Oshawa - Mary St)
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Position ID: V-OSH0304
Last Modified: 13 Dec 2023
Last Full Update: 13 Dec 2023
Opportunity Details: Peer Support
| Contact | Michelle Foster, Volunteer Engagement, March of Dimes Canada After Stroke Program; Phone: 705-627-7831; Email: mfoster@marchofdimes.ca |
| Duties | Connect with new stroke survivors and/or caregivers in the local hospital setting. Must be a stroke survivor/caregiver. Lived experience with the effects of a stroke and utilze their experience to provide hope, encouragement, eduation and emotional support to people who are beginning the recovery process. |
| More Info Link | https://www.marchofdimes.ca/en-ca/getinvolved/volunteer/vopportunities/Pages/HVONCentral.aspx |
| Benefits | Gain experience in a hospital setting and develop greater understanding of stroke rehabilitation. Opportunity to have a positive impact on those who have been affected by stroke. Opportunity to develop and strengthen your communications skills. Participate as a valued volunteer team member with the March of Dimes Canada and of assigned hospital |
| Clients | New stroke survivors and caregivers in a hospital setting |
| Ages | 18 year(s) and up |
| Suitable for Highschool Credit Hours | No |
| Suitable For | Adults (18+) ; Seniors (55+) ; Persons with a mental disability ; Persons with a physical disability ; Persons with a visual impairment ; Men ; Women ; Couples |
| Areas of Interest | Community Outreach |
| Skills/Experience | Communication & Interpersonal Skills ; Confidentiality ; Dependability & Trustworthiness ; Friendly & Outgoing ; Listening Skills ; Patience ; Positive / Cheerful Demeanor ; Lived experience as a stroke survivor/caregiver |
| Commitment Length | Long Term ; Minimum of 1 year commitment. |
| Interaction Level | One-on-one |
| Minimum Hours | 2 / Week |
| Dates and Times | flexibility offered |
| Seasons | Year Round |
| Accessibility | Fully Accessible ; Hospital setting - Oshawa (Lakeridge Health Centre) |
| Location | Oshawa Hospital |
| Number of Positions | Oshawa 4 individual(s) needed in total. Must be a stroke survivor. Role can also be a couple volunteer role as stroke survivor and a caregiver |
| Training | Orientation ; Training is provided ; Training is required ; Scheduled training ; Training provided by the March of Dimes and the local hospital |
| Cost | Reimbursement of Police check after 3 months service. |
| Police Check | Required |
| Additional Requirements | Proof of immunization - MMRI and Varicella. 2 step TB tests. COVID 19 Must be a stroke survivor |
| Liability Insurance | Available |
Agency Details: March of Dimes Canada, Durham Region, Oshawa - Mary St, Supportive Housing, Oshawa - Mary St
| Office Phone | 905-404-0688 |
| Fax | 905-404-8177 |
| info@marchofdimes.ca | |
| Website | www.marchofdimes.ca |
| Address & Map | |
| Mailing Address | 139 Mary St N Ste 107 Oshawa, ON Canada L1G 7X1 |
