Greek Speaking One-to-One Volunteer
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| Organization Name: | St.Amant |
| Address: | 440 River Road Winnipeg MB R2M 3Z9 |
| Website: | http://www.stamant.ca |
| Organizational Description: | St.Amant is a comprehensive resource for Manitobans with developmental disabilities, and autism. We are a not-for-profit organization that offers a wide range of programs and services to support individuals and their families. St.Amant programs include a large residence for complex-care, more than 50 community sites and homes, the St.Amant Research Centre, the St.Amant School and River Road Child Care, a community child-care centre. We offer effective programs for children with autism and also for families who care for an individual with a developmental disability at home. We strive to enhance the quality of life and self-determination for the thousands of individuals and families we serve each year. We are also a member of the Catholic Health Network. |
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| Volunteer Opportunity Details | |
| Volunteer Opportunity ID: | 126 |
| Description of Duties: | ***If you need this position description in an alternative format, please contact us at 204.258.7048*** Volunteers who are fluent in Greek and English to be matched up one to one with someone supported by St.Amant. Shift Availability - Flexible The PALS Program promotes the Mission and Values of St.Amant and the goals and objectives of St.Amant in which they are involved by assisting people to participate more fully in program activities to maximize each person's well-being and quality of life. After we receive a completed application form, we may ask you to come for an interview. Qualified applicants may be required to attend a second interview depending on placement. During the interview, you will be asked to provide two (2) references who are not Family Members. If a successful match is made between your skills and abilities, Volunteer Services will offer you a volunteer position. If you decide to accept the offer, we will discuss a start date with you after completing the orientation; completion of references checks and screening. All volunteer placements are done through the volunteer office including reassignments. Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a volunteer to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the volunteer may be required to walk, sit and stand for long periods of time, feel comfortable in a swimming pool (pool volunteers only), stoop, kneel and push. Must be able to push an individual supported in a wheelchair. St.Amant welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Volunteering is an exciting and challenging experience. If you're a first-time volunteer or just new to St.Amant's volunteer system, you may have some questions. And we have answers! http://stamant.ca/volunteering/volunteer-faq/ Thank you for your interest in offering your time, energy, and expertise to St.Amant! |
| Skills Required: | Must be 12 years or older; strong interpersonal skills; patient and willing to ask questions. Must be able to physically push children and/or adults in wheelchairs and bikes. Must show responsibility in meeting commitment and being reliable; must be able to follow instructions, be flexible when program activities change and take initiative where appropriate. |
| Skills Gained/Related Careers: | Gain experience supporting individuals who have developmental disabilities; opportunity to develop rewarding relationships and a reference will be given after completion of 100 volunteer hours. |
| Age: | 12 and under, 13-15, 16-17, 18-30, 31-54, 55+ |
| Time Commitment: | Daytime , Evening , Weekend Please wait for further instructions at your interview if you do not have current copies of any of your checks. We do not offer reimbursement for those who are placed in our volunteer program and have done the CRC, CAR & AAR on their own.) All adult volunteers will need a Criminal Record Check, Adult and Child Abuse Registry Check; once 100 volunteer hours have been completed with us you will receive a full refund. |
| Location of volunteer opportunity: | Winnipeg |
| Does opportunity require a criminal record check? | Yes Will cost be reimbursed? No |
| Does opportunity require a child abuse registry check? | Yes Will cost be reimbursed? No |
| Opportunity is available to candidates that: | Fulfilling volunteer hours for school credit |
| Organization will provide: | A letter of reference Certificate of recognition Evaluation Training/Orientation |
| How to Apply: |
Email: volunteer@stamant.ca Online: www.stamant.ca |
| Closing Date: | Dec 31, 2023 |
