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The Iris Network, located in Portland, ME, is a non-profit helping people with vision impairment or blindness attain independence and community integration. We have an assisted living facility located on our main campus and we are looking for someone to source current topic materials and lead respectful group discussions on the topics at hand with our residents!
Previous experience leading group discussions and public speaking is a plus!
Group discussions can be lead once or twice per week. It is up to you!
The Iris Network is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of The Iris Network to provide equal employment opportunities to all candidates for employment regardless of age, race, sex, color, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status or any other protected status.
All volunteers must be located in the United States, with preference to the New England area. We do not offer visa sponsorship for work or volunteer opportunities.
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About The Iris Network
Location:
189 PARK AVE, PORTLAND, ME 04102, US
Mission Statement
Helping people who are visually impaired or blind attain independence and community integration.
Description
Established in 1905, The Iris Network has been helping Maine's visually impaired community learn independent living skills through work of Vision Rehabilitation Therapists. At our main location we have an assisted living facility as well as the Training Center. The Training Center is to help people transitioning into independent life through 10-20 week programs which teach braille, cooking, knife skills, activity of daily living skills, basic home maintenance and pre-vocational skills such as resume writing, interviewing and assistive technologies.
CAUSE AREAS
People with Disabilities
WHEN
We'll work with your schedule.
WHERE
189 Park AvenuePortland, ME 04102
(43.65667 ,-70.27547 )
DATE POSTED
March 5, 2025
SKILLS
- Teaching / Instruction
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Schedule is flexible. We would want a dedicated, regular volunteer for at most a couple of hours per week.