Receive training for Matter of Balance classroom coach to teach seniors

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Two Coaches teach Matter of Balance classes from an established curriculum for seniors aged participants in a class size up to 15 participants. Classes are weekly for two hours for eight sessions, with all teaching materials provided. Next training in Boulder in April for two full days to receive your certificate to teach this program. CVNA provides the coordination for the program including locating sites for classes, dates that work with both coaches and the location. The classes help participants reduce falls and reduce their fear of falling so they are able to participate in life! Starting with week 3 simple flexion and strengthening exercises are taught and practiced for part of class time that coaches would lead. Master Trainers from Tri-County Health Department are onsite for one class per session and available as needed for questions.

Apply here: http://vnacolorado.org/volunteer-signup-form-fs/

Where will you volunteer? - In either Arapahoe County or Denver County- Sites currently TBD.

Preferred skills used in this position:

• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Enthusiasm
• Dependability
• Willingness to lead a small group
• Interest in working with older adults
• Life experiences valued - in education or health care experience a plus
• Ability to perform range of motion and low-level endurance exercises
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Ability to carry up to 20 lbs.

Time Commitment:

• Attend Matter of Balance Coach training and earn a MoB Coaching Certification in April in Boulder - days tbd.
• Attend 2.5 hours of Coach Training Update annually
• Agree to team-teach two (2) Matter of Balance classes on weekdays within one year of certification - 1 class is eight 2-hour sessions over 1-2 months (example: Mondays in September and October from 9:30am-11:30am)
• 1-2 year commitment preferred

Other requirements:

• Confidentiality - All participant information is confidential. Each coach will sign "A Pledge of Confidentiality."
• Pass standard background check for working with seniors per CVNA and TCHD policies - no cost to applicant.