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Participant Coordinator
ORGANIZATION: BUTTERFLY DREAMS, INC - IL
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Butterfly Dreams is non-profit that provides events and pageants for individuals who are "Differently-abled". We support men, woman, and children ages 4 and up; who have intellectual disabilities ranging from Down syndrome to low functioning autism.
Participant Coordinator processes all incoming participant applications. They verify eligibility, process back ground checks for participants over 18, and coordinate with PAL Coordinator to pair participants with Person's Assisting with Love (PAL). The participant coordinator also attends planning meetings (either in person or by video conf) and helps with other events throughout the year. Additional responsibilities include follow-up by email and phone, and a little bit of data processing. All can be managed easily by following the steps provided by their director. They are considered part of the committee and will be given their own Email address and Google Drive access. They are expected to attend monthly meeting which last approx 45 - 60 min. Meetings are held either in person at a local establishment or online depending on the Director/Asst. Director.
We welcome you to our website butterflydreams.org to learn more about us and our mission.
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About BUTTERFLY DREAMS, INC - IL
Location:
2663 McKelvey Road, Maryland Heights, MO 63043, US
Mission Statement
To provide opportunities for individuals with significant intellectual and/or developmental disabilities to learn life skills and build pride in a nurturing environment.
Description
Butterfly Dreams is a nonprofit organization which will provide an opportunity for girls, women, boys and men with significa nt intellectual disabilities/developmental delays to participate in both an annual pageant and numerous yearly activities promoting the event. Our goal is to give every participant their moment to stand in the spotlight, showcase their abilities and not be defined by their disabilities. Every participant will receive an accolade; a medal of participation for the boys/men, and a trophy and tiara for the girls/women. In short, each participant will be provided that "Miss or Mr. America" moment.
Our vision also involves support from the community. A young man or woman, (known as Pageant Pals) will be assigned for each participant, to escort them through the event. These young ladies and gentlemen will preferably be working towards a career in Special Education, Speech Pathology or related field and come from the local colleges. This provides the students with real world experience, along with the promotion of inclusion and acceptance. Our hope is that our participants and pals will develop a friendship that extends beyond the borders of this day.
Butterfly Dreams is a journey of learning life skills and developing pride in self for all its participants and volunteers.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
St Clair CountyBelleville, IL 62221
DATE POSTED
August 26, 2017
SKILLS
- Data Entry
- Special Needs
- Basic Computer Skills
- Google Apps
- Relationship Building
- Verbal / Written Communication
GOOD FOR
- Kids
- Teens
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Driver's License Needed
- Background Check
- Must be at least 20
- Orientation or Training
- Will very depending on activities, 2 - 20 hrs.
- 1-2 hrs a month, 4 hrs Rehearsal night, 8 - 10 Pageant Day, & supporting extra events as desired.