Cabinet Making/Wood Working Tutor
ORGANIZATION: Mary Centre of the Archdiocese of Toronto
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Mary Centre is looking for a volunteer to assist an adult male with a developmental disability with his cabinet making course work. The volunteer would be responsible for meeting with the individual 1-2 times per week to tutor and assist the individual in reading blue prints and taking measurements. The volunteer will also work with the individual to create mini wood work projects to increase the individual's skills and confience in cabinet making.
The volunteer will have strong math skills, the ability to read and understand blue prints, and a passion for wood working. Good communication skills, patience, reliability, and flexibility are assets. Experience with individuals with developmental disabilities is beneficial, but not required.
Mary Centre provides all mandatory trainings, both online and in person. These include:
-Orientation to Mary Centre
-Individual Specific Training
-Mission & Value Statement
-Statement on Catholicism
-Individuals Rights
-Education & Awareness on Abuse Prevention and Reporting for Individuals
-Safe Driving (for volunteers who drive an individual in their vehicle)
-Protecting the Vulnerable
-Violence in the Workplace
Mary Centre highly recommends First Aid/CPR, and Understanding and Managing Aggressive Behaviour (UMAB) training. * A current vulnerable sector search is required*
Mary Centre Location is fully accessible, however volunteer would be meeting the individual in the community, and these locations may not be accessible.
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About Mary Centre of the Archdiocese of Toronto
Location:
842 Wilson Ave., 2nd Floor, Toronto, On M3K 1E5, CA
Mission Statement
Mary Centre delivers integrated support services and provides new opportunities for the benefit of the developmentally challenged, their families, and the community in which we live.
Description
We’re an agency serving as a centre of support, information, caring and sharing.
We strive to meet changing needs by providing a variety of residential and outreach support services in the Greater Toronto Area, Peel and York Region. We welcome people of all faiths, while reflecting Catholic values.
People with developmental challenges are vital and integral members of our community life. At Mary Centre, we believe that focusing on the gifts and contributions of those who are developmentally challenged enriches the lives of everyone.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
County BlvdBrampton, On Canada
DATE POSTED
September 14, 2016
SKILLS
- Special Needs
- Adult Education
- Math / Science Instruction
- Woodworking
- Tutoring
- Carpentry
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Orientation or Training
- Volunteer would schedule visits with individual