Program Accompaniment Volunteer
ORGANIZATION: Mary Centre of the Archdiocese of Toronto
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Mary Centre is looking for a volunteer to accompany an adult male with a developmental disability to his scheduled program every Monday from 9am-3pm.The volunteer would be responsible for going to the long term care facility where the individual resides and accompanying the individual on the TransHelp bus to attend his community program. While at the program, the volunteer would be required to engage the individual in scheduled activities, and assist him with his lunch if necessary (i.e. opening his juice, unwrapping his sandwich).
Prospective volunteers will have good communication skills, be patient, friendly, outgoing, and engaging. Experience with inividuals with developmental disabilities is beneficial, but not essential.
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 in the community with the individual 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
McLaughlin RoadBrampton, ON Canada
DATE POSTED
September 14, 2016
SKILLS
- People Skills
- Relationship Building
- Verbal / Written Communication
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Orientation or Training
- Every Monday from 9am-3pm