Virtual Event Volunteer: Session Facilitator
(CNIB, Durham Region, Vision Loss Rehabilitation Ontario, Durham Region)
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Position ID: V-OSH0479
Last Modified: 15 Aug 2022
Last Full Update: 15 Aug 2022
Opportunity Details: Virtual Event Volunteer: Session Facilitator
| Contact | Cassandra Chettle, Specialist, Volunteer Engagement & Strategic Projects, The CNIB Foundation; Email: cassandra.chettle@cnib.ca |
| Duties | To provide day-of-event virtual support to participants and speakers during CNIB’s virtual Connecting the Dots conference welcome and introduce session speakers, presenters and panelists at CNIB’s virtual Connecting the Dots conference support speakers conducting Q&A sessions session timekeeper summarize and communicate key themes and trends that the group has proposed * support the presenter to effectively create closure. |
| More Info Link | https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=2ajY-6mcN0iNO6WYKvUQgIPhoUrfLIJPlp1lvGbvMKxUMjhUM1BORllUUjNJRFlGSEdNTlVXVFBIMy4u |
| Benefits | Making a difference as part of a dedicated and passionate staff/volunteer team working to further CNIB’s mission * appreciation from conference participants * developing and using existing experience and skills in communication, time management and accessible technology * confirmation of hours upon request. |
| Ages | 14 year(s) and up |
| Suitable for Highschool Credit Hours | Yes |
| Suitable For | Anyone |
| Areas of Interest | Community / Neighbourhood Volunteering ; Event Coordination & Support ; Guide / Greeter ; Support for Visual Impairments ; Volunteer from Home / Virtual |
| Skills/Experience | Dependability & Trustworthiness ; Friendly & Outgoing ; General Computer Skills ; Listening Skills ; Patience ; Positive / Cheerful Demeanor ; Public Speaking ; Team Work ; Public Speaking* Facilitation / Moderation * Timekeeping * Q&A * Assistive Technology * Energetic personality * effective communication skills * remains patient and impartial during the virtual conference session(s). |
| Commitment Length | One Time / Special Event |
| Interaction Level | Virtual Volunteering |
| Minimum Hours | 3 (Total) |
| Dates and Times | French Event: Tuesday, October 18, 2022. English Event: Tuesday, October 25, 2022. |
| Accessibility | Fully Accessible |
| Location | Virtual |
| Number of Positions | Durham Region 10 individual(s) needed in total. |
| Training | Training is provided - Training specific to the virtual event and platform will provided prior to the conference ; Supervision: Group Leader or Supervisor will be available at all times. |
| Application Deadline | 30 Sep 2022 |
| Police Check | Not Required |
| Additional Requirements | Please complete volunteer application form here: https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=2ajY-6mcN0iNO6WYKvUQgIPhoUrfLIJPlp1lvGbvMKxUMjhUM1BORllUUjNJRFlGSEdNTlVXVFBIMy4u Do not offer advice or recommendations on treatment, health care professionals, or any medical information * do not share personal information with conference participants. Agree to abide by CNIB’s Volunteer Code of Conduct, including policies and procedures concerning confidentiality, conflict of interest, and the prevention of workplace harassment and violence. Preliminary Screening: Level 1: a) Signed position description b) Agreement to task/time. |
| Start Date | On or before 25 Oct 2022 |
Agency Details: CNIB, Durham Region, Vision Loss Rehabilitation Ontario, Durham Region
| Office Phone | 905-430-7611 |
| Toll Free Phone | 1-800-563-0887 |
| Fax | 905-430-7622 |
| Website | www.visionlossrehab.ca |
| Address & Map | |
| Mailing Address | Abilities Centre, 55 Gordon St Suite 207A Whitby, ON Canada L1N 0J2 |
