Home Support Volunteer
(E3 Community Services)
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Position ID: V-CWD0167
Last Modified: 11 May 2023
Last Full Update: 24 Apr 2023
Opportunity Details: Home Support Volunteer
| Contact | Carolyn Smith, Manager Volunteers, E3 Community Services; Phone: 705-443-1342; Email: carolynsmith@e3.ca |
| Duties | Supporting the personal goals of Individuals with Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities residing in group homes to be active participating members of the community. The may include playing games, crafts, baking, entertainment (movie watching/listening to and/or playing music) within a congregate residence. There may be opportunity to participate in day outings or special events. |
| Benefits | Community engagement, building positive relationships, supporting the recreational goals of others, training, annual recognition, 25% discount at E3 ReUse Centre. |
| Clients | Adults with Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities |
| Ages | 14 year(s) and up |
| Suitable for Highschool Credit Hours | Yes |
| Areas of Interest | Behavioural and Developmental Support Services |
| Skills/Experience | Communication & Interpersonal Skills ; Confidentiality ; Counseling & Support ; Creativity ; Dependability & Trustworthiness ; First Aid ; Friendly & Outgoing ; Listening Skills ; Mentoring & Training ; Patience ; Positive / Cheerful Demeanor ; Team Work |
| Commitment Length | Medium Term (4 months to 1 year) |
| Interaction Level | One-on-one |
| Minimum Hours | 2 / Week |
| Accessibility | Partially Accessible |
| Location | South Georgian Bay |
| Number of Positions | Collingwood: 3 individual(s) ; Stayner: 1 individual(s) ; Wasaga Beach: 1 individual(s) 5 individual(s) needed in total. |
| Training | Orientation ; Training is provided - First Aid and Nonviolent Crisis Intervention provided to all Volunteers working 1:1 |
| Police Check | Required |
| Start Date | On or after 28 Apr 2023 |