Staten Island Support Group Facilitator

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Link: https://act.alz.org/site/R?i=CbGw_bPJANXF8j-htGbV-A

SUPPORT GROUP FACILITATORS

At the Alzheimer’s Association, our network of more than 75 chapters work relentlessly to advance world-class research, ensure access to gold-standard care and support, and engage mission-driven volunteers who make it happen.

Support Group Facilitators create a safe, open environment, where people share their feelings, thoughts and experiences in a combined effort to better cope with and manage the shared problems of dementia.

KEY ACTIVITIES:

• Facilitate groups of caregivers or people living with dementia to provide social and educational support helping group members provide emotional support to one another.
• Present pertinent Association materials and information to group members and assure a positive experience for attendees.
• Connect people with additional Association services and volunteer opportunities by proactively making referrals to Alzheimer's Association programs & free 24/7 Helpline.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Ability to be empathic and separate personal needs from group needs.
• Strong listening and effective communication skills.
• Ability to redirect and facilitate discussions, as well as fulfill the duties and responsibilities as described in the Facilitator Agreement.
• Ability to create and maintain a safe environment where participants’ thoughts and feelings are valued and group members are treated with fairness, equity and respect.
• Commitment to promote the mission and services of the Association and willingness to act as an extension of the Association.
• Experience with dementia as a family member or healthcare professional preferred.

COMMITMENT EXPECTED:

• Support Group Facilitators commit to a 1-year term delivering a monthly or bi-weekly group.
• All program volunteers participate in initial training and ongoing education and must comply with Alzheimer’s Association volunteer policies and procedures.
• Terms are renewable upon successful completion of annual goal-setting conversation with your staff partner.

BENEFITS TO THE VOLUNTEER:

• Perfect your active listening and group management techniques while serving your community.
• Increase your knowledge of Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias.
• Be recognized as a leader and resource for Alzheimer’s disease and dementia.
• Join a network of other volunteers, staff and community leaders to help create a world without Alzheimer’s and all other dementia.
• Build your resume and skill set.

REPORTING & SUPPORT PROVIDED:

• Support Group Facilitator volunteers work with local staff partners.
• This position is supported by the Associate Director of Care and Support and the Care Consultant at the NYC Chapter.
• The Alzheimer's Association will provide training, information and electronic or printed materials in English to assist in your efforts.

For additional questions, feel free to reach out to our Community Relations Manager Cody Medina
comedina@alz.org