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Alzheimer's Association Helpline Specialist - Indy
ORGANIZATION: Alzheimer's Association Greater Indiana Chapter
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3 people are interested
The Alzheimer's Association Greater Indiana Chapter provides support to those living with Alzheimer's disease and their caregivers in many different ways. This includes a 24/7 Helpline that is answered locally during normal business hours.
The Helpline Specialist volunteer will assist in meeting the needs of all callers by providing support, reassurance and guidance, as well as information about Alzheimer's disease and related dementias and community resources.
We ask for a minimum 1 year commitment with this role, and approximately 4-7hrs per week depending on shift. This opportunity takes place in our main office on the north side of Indy.
Volunteers must be willing learn the chapter's consituent database program by completing training in order to document caller interactions.As of 7/11/16, we have the following needs:
- Monday for a full day, or in shifts below
- Monday 8:30am-12pm
- Monday 12pm-4pm
Preferred skills/qualifications:
- Social work or similar background, or extensive experience as former caregiver for someone with Alzheimer's
- Familiarity with Alzheimer's disease and related dementias, as well as caregiver issues
- Good computer skills, data entry, and training on program used to track calls
- Ability to handle difficult situations or conversations
- Good telephone presense, listening skills, and kind/compassionate professional demeanor
- Interest in helping others and strong sense of commitment and responsibility
- Background check will be required
- Not currently a primary caregiver
Because this opportunity includes direct contact with families, there will be detailed training involved that may take several weeks to complete depending on your schedule.
We will ask volunteers to fill out the application online. http://alz.org/indiana/volunteer
More opportunities with Alzheimer's Association Greater Indiana Chapter
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About Alzheimer's Association Greater Indiana Chapter
Location:
50 East 91st Street, Suite 100, Indianapolis, IN 46240, US
Mission Statement
To eliminate Alzheimer's disease through the advancement of research; to provide and enhance care and support for all affected; and to reduce the risk of dementia through the promotion of brain health.
Description
In 1982, the Alzheimer’s Association and Related Disorders Organization was established in cooperation with Community Hospitals, Indianapolis to support patients and families affected by Alzheimer’s disease. The Chapter affiliated with the National Association in 1988 and became the Alzheimer’s Association - Central Indiana Chapter. By the year 2000, 37 counties in central Indiana were served by the Chapter.
Meanwhile, in 1986, the South Central Indiana Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association was incorporated. Located in Columbus, Indiana, the South Central Chapter originally served five counties. By the year 2000, their service area had grown to 14 counties.
In the year 2000, these two chapters merged to form the Alzheimer’s Association of Central Indiana. In 2003, the Alzheimer’s Association of Central Indiana merged with the Ft. Wayne Alzheimer’s Support Groups to form the Alzheimer’s Association of Greater Indiana. With the merger, the Association expanded it’s territory to include Northern Indiana and opened an office in Ft. Wayne, Indiana.
The Association is administered by a voluntary Board of Directors and a staff of 25. Over 550 volunteers are also utilized to provide support and education programs to the Association’s 73 counties.
To learn more about us or volunteer opportunities, visit our website: http://alz.org/indiana/in_my_community_participate.asp
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
50 East 91st StreetSuite 100Indianapolis, IN 46240
DATE POSTED
July 11, 2016
SKILLS
- Mental Health
- Psychology
- People Skills
- Healthcare
- Counseling / Mental Health
- Verbal / Written Communication
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Driver's License Needed
- Background Check
- Must be at least 23
- Orientation or Training
- 4-7hrs/week
- Weekly commitment