Program Volunteer
(Breaking Down Barriers, Independent Living Resource Centre)
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| Opportunity Details | ||||
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| Contact | Lucille Dalziel, Communications & Volunteer Coordinator, Breaking Down Barriers Independent Living Resource Centre; Phone: 705-445-1543 ext *306; Fax: 705-445-1656; Email: cvc@breakingdownbarriers.ca | |||
| Duties | Assist staff to deliver various programs such as crafts, bingo, outings and trips to adults with diverse disabilities. This includes set up and clean up for programs. Also, volunteers needed to assist with weekly golf program and weekly curling program. | |||
| More Info Link | www.breakingdownbarriers.ca | |||
| Clients | Individuals aged 16+ with physical, sensory, emotional, intellectual and/or mental health disabilities. | |||
| Ages | 16 year(s) and up | |||
| Suitable for OSSD | Yes | |||
| Suitable For | Adults (18+) ; Seniors (55+) ; Youth (12-18) ; Highschool students ; Post-secondary students ; Men ; Women ; Families ; Groups ; Individuals | |||
| Areas of Interest | Arts & Crafts ; Community Outreach ; Event Coordination & Support ; Field Trip Aide / Community Outing Support ; Games ; Nature / Environment ; Program Coordination / Support ; Recreation & Sports ; Social Interaction | |||
| Skills/Experience | Communication & Interpersonal Skills ; Creativity ; Dependability & Trustworthiness ; Friendly & Outgoing ; General Computer Skills ; Leadership ; Listening Skills ; Patience ; Planning & Organizing ; Positive / Cheerful Demeanor ; Self-Motivated / Work Independently ; Sports & Coaching ; Team Work | |||
| Commitment Length | Various Commitment lengths | |||
| Interaction Level | Small Group ; Large Group | |||
| Minimum Hours | 2 / Month | |||
| Dates and Times | Monday: Morning, Afternoon Tuesday: Morning, Afternoon Wednesday: Morning, Afternoon Thursday: Morning, Afternoon Friday: Morning, Afternoon | |||
| Seasons | Year Round | |||
| Accessibility | Fully Accessible ; Wheelchair accessible washroom, assistance needed with door | |||
| Location | BDB offices in Collingwood. Golf is at Batteaux Creek and Curling is at the Collingwood Curling Club | |||
| Number of Positions | Simcoe County: 20 individual(s) 20 individual(s) needed in total. | |||
| Training | Training is provided ; Volunteers are required to complete AODA training and basic training and orientation to the organization. | |||
| Transportation | Car required ; Volunteers are responsible for their own transportation | |||
| Cost | Please note that BDB office is located in downtown Collingwood and parking is not free | |||
| Police Check | Required | |||
| Liability Insurance | Available | |||
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| Organization Name | Breaking Down Barriers, Independent Living Resource Centre | |||
| Office Phone | 705-445-1543 | |||
| Toll Free Phone | 1-800-843-6943 | |||
| Fax | 705-445-1656 | |||
| adminsupport@breakingdownbarriers.ca | ||||
| Website | www.breakingdownbarriers.ca | |||
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