Communication Program Volunteer

(March of Dimes Canada [Durham Region location], Aphasia and Communication Disabilities Program - Durham, Aphasia and Communication Disabilities Program)

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Position ID: V-OSH1210
Last Modified: 05 Jul 2022
Last Full Update: 05 Jul 2022

Opportunity Details: Communication Program Volunteer

Contact Erica Mugan, Volunteer Coordinator, March of Dimes Canada; Phone: 289-356-6738 * 1-800-263-3463 ext 7758; Email: emugan@marchofdimes.ca
Duties Facilitate small group discussions with adults with Aphasia and acquired communication disabilities who have difficulty speaking, reading, listening or writing as a result of stroke, brain injury or brain illness 
 
Learn and apply supportive communication techniques * with guidance and support from Speech-Language Pathologists and Communicative Disorders Assistants, volunteers provide clients with opportunities to engage in conversation of mutual interest and themed activites that may increase participation and enjoyment
More Info Link www.marchofdimes.ca/
Benefits A unique and engaging experience * opportunity to participate in interesting conversations and activities in a safe and supportive environment * training in creative methods of communication and a variety of related topics * Speech-Language Pathologist supervision
Clients Adults with aphasia and related, acquired communication disabilities
Ages 18 year(s) and up
Suitable for Highschool Credit Hours No
Suitable For Adults (18+) ; Seniors (55+) ; Post-secondary students ; Men ; Women ; Newcomers / English as a second language ; Workplaces / Corporate Groups
Areas of Interest Special Needs / Differently Abled ; Speech & Hearing Support ; Support Group Facilitation
Skills/Experience Communication & Interpersonal Skills ; Confidentiality ; Creativity ; Customer Service ; Dependability & Trustworthiness ; Friendly & Outgoing ; Leadership ; Listening Skills ; Patience ; Planning & Organizing ; Positive / Cheerful Demeanor ; Team Work
Commitment Length Long Term
Interaction Level Small Group ; Large Group
Minimum Hours 3 / Week
Dates and Times Monday: Morning, Afternoon 
Friday: Morning, Afternoon
Seasons Year Round
Accessibility Fully Accessible
Location Westminster United Church, 1850 Rossland Rd E, Whitby
Number of Positions Whitby 
 
10 individual(s) needed in total.
Training Orientation ; Training is provided ; Training on-going
Transportation Near public transit
Cost Cost of the Vulnerable Sector Screening check * cost is reimbursed by the organization once the applicant starts volunteering
Police Check Required

Agency Details: March of Dimes Canada [Durham Region location], Aphasia and Communication Disabilities Program - Durham, Aphasia and Communication Disabilities Program

Office Phone 905-773-7758 ext 6272
Toll Free Phone 1-800-567-0315 ext 6272
Fax 905-773-3746
E-Mail ADDP@marchofdimes.ca
Website www.marchofdimes.ca
Address & Map
Westminster United Church
1850 Rossland Rd
Whitby, ON
Canada L1N 3P2
 
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Mailing Address 13311 Yonge St 
Ste 202 
Richmond Hill, ON 
Canada L4E 3L6

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