Support Group Facilitator
(Parkinson Canada, Durham Region Chapter)
Opportunity Details: Support Group Facilitator
Contact | Jerlynn Rycroft, People & Culture Coordinator, Parkinson Canada; Phone: (Business) 1 800 565 3000; Email: volunteer@parkinson.ca |
Duties | Once a month, they create a confidential and welcoming virtual space, where people living with Parkinson’s and/or their care partners can share their experiences and develop supportive relationships in a group setting * 3 – 5 hours per month * One support group meeting per month (1-1.5 hours per month), plus 3-5 hours monthly for administrative and organizational tasks * Stability is essential for Support Groups so a commitment of at least one year is appreciated * |
Benefits | Benefits for Support Group Facilitators As a volunteer Support Group Facilitator, you will learn more about Parkinson’s and make a genuine impact in the lives of people living with Parkinson’s and their care partners. You will meet wonderful new people and gain experience in the facilitation of groups, while contributing to the critical work of Parkinson Canada. References are available. |
Clients | People Living With Parkinson's and/or their care partners |
Ages | 18 year(s) - 99 year(s) |
Suitable for Highschool Credit Hours | No |
Suitable For | Adults (18+) ; Seniors (55+) ; Persons with a hearing impairment ; Persons with a mental disability ; Persons with a physical disability ; Persons with a visual impairment ; Men ; Women ; Newcomers / English as a second language ; Couples ; Individuals ; Community Groups |
Skills/Experience | Communication & Interpersonal Skills ; Confidentiality ; Counseling & Support ; Customer Service ; Dependability & Trustworthiness ; Elder Care ; Friendly & Outgoing ; General Computer Skills ; Leadership ; Listening Skills ; Mentoring & Training ; Patience ; Planning & Organizing ; Positive / Cheerful Demeanor ; Public Speaking ; Research ; Self-Motivated / Work Independently ; Team Work |
Commitment Length | Long Term - We are looking for someone who can give a minimum of 1 year to this opportunity. ; 3 - 5 Hours Per Month |
Interaction Level | Small Group ; Large Group |
Minimum Hours | 3 / Month |
Dates and Times | Times may vary |
Seasons | Year Round |
Accessibility | Unknown |
Number of Positions | Durham Region 1 individual(s) needed in total. |
Training | Orientation ; Training is provided ; Training on the job ; Training on-going |
Application Deadline | 02 Dec 2022 |
Police Check | Required |
Additional Requirements | We require facilitators leading in-person groups to be fully vaccinated. |
Start Date | On or after 17 Oct 2022 |
Agency Details: Parkinson Canada, Durham Region Chapter
Fax | 1-844-440-8963 |
info@parkinson.ca | |
Website | www.parkinson.ca |
Address & Map | Whitby, ON Canada |
Mailing Address | c/o Parkinson Canada, Suite 316; 4211 Yonge St Toronto, ON Canada M2P 2A9 |