Supportive Communication Facilitator
(March of Dimes Canada, Aphasia and Communication Disabilities Program)
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| Contact | Maryam Iqbal, Volunteer Coordinator, March of Dimes Canada; Phone: * 647-223-4960; Email: miqbal@marchofdimes.ca | |||
| Duties | Provide members with opportunities to engage in conversations * model and encourage the use of various supportive communication strategies such as key wording, choices etc * participate in calendar planning and program implementation * prepare and/or bring in discussion materials/resources for the group * assist members during arrival/departure, program set-up/clean-up and coffee breaks | |||
| More Info Link | www.marchofdimes.ca | |||
| Benefits | Positively impact those who have been affected by stroke * use and strengthen communication and leadership skills * hands-on work experience in the fields of social services/human services and communicative disorders * develop and/or strengthen your personal support network * regular training workshops on a variety of topics * chat, laugh and have fun in a safe and supportive environment | |||
| Clients | Group members are adults with aphasia and related communication disabilities after a stroke, brain injury or brain illness | |||
| Suitable for OSSD | No | |||
| Suitable For | Adults (18+) ; Seniors (55+) ; Post-secondary students ; Persons with a mental disability ; Men ; Women ; Workplaces / Corporate Groups | |||
| Areas of Interest | Social Interaction ; Speech & Hearing Support ; Support Group Facilitation | |||
| Skills/Experience | Communication & Interpersonal Skills ; Confidentiality ; Creativity ; Dependability & Trustworthiness ; Friendly & Outgoing ; Leadership ; Listening Skills ; Patience ; Positive / Cheerful Demeanor ; Self-Motivated / Work Independently ; Team Work | |||
| Commitment Length | Medium Term (4 months to 1 year) | |||
| Interaction Level | Small Group ; Large Group | |||
| Minimum Hours | 7 / Month | |||
| Dates and Times | Monday: Afternoon (12:30 pm-4 pm) | |||
| Seasons | Year Round | |||
| Accessibility | Fully Accessible ; Designated parking at entrance ; Wheelchair accessible automatic main entrance ; Barrier-free washroom including door and stall ; Dedicated accessible washroom with all features | |||
| Location | Westminister United Church, 1850 Rossland Rd. E., Whitby | |||
| Number of Positions | Whitby 4 individual(s) needed in total. | |||
| Training | Orientation ; Training is provided ; Training on-going | |||
| Transportation | Near public transit - DRT Bus # 409 | |||
| Application Deadline | 18 Sep 2019 | |||
| Cost | Reimbursed for Vulnerable Sector Screening | |||
| Police Check | Required | |||
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| Organization Name | March of Dimes Canada, 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 | |||
| jthurston@marchofdimes.ca | ||||
| Website | www.marchofdimes.ca | |||
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