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5 people are interested
Assiatant PowerUp Coach
ORGANIZATION: ASO Ontario
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5 people are interested
Are you a fitness fanatic who is motivated to share your passion with others?
We are looking for an enthusiastic, motivated VOLUNTEER Assistant PowerUp Coach to join our team!
ASO’s PowerUp program is a weekly, live online physical activity program for youth and young adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder Level 1 (ASD1) aged 12-21. It’s a FREE opportunity for ASD1 youth to get moving and improve their mental, physical and social well-being in a supportive, accessible environment.
As a volunteer Assistant PowerUp Coach, you will assist PowerUp Coach with various duties like:
- Participant recruitment and registration
- Intake and feedback survey distribution and collection
- General group data collection (how many participants join each week etc.,)
- Helping motivate participants by attending and actively participating in the weekly classes
- Managing the 'chat' feature during the virtual fitness sessions
- Observing participants while the Coach is leading the session to make sure everyone is being safe
- Encourage a team-based environment where PowerUp participants cheer each other on and support one other through the workout
Qualifications:
- Must be available every Wednesday evening from 5 pm to 6 pm to assist the PowerUp Coach with the program
- Ability to use online video platforms such as Google Meet, Zoom etc with ease and troubleshoot issues on behalf of participants
- Experience in communicating with diverse communities and previous experience with ASD Level 1 youth/young adults is an asset
- Ability to maintain and promote a calm, positive and motivational virtual environment
- Excellent communication and organizational skills
- Passionate about promoting fitness within the ASD community
The PowerUp group meets online every Wednesday evening from 5:00 - 6:00 p.m for 12 months
If you are dedicated to helping others improve their overall health and wellness and want to help deliver an exciting new program for ASD youth, join our volunteer PowerUp team today!
More opportunities with ASO Ontario
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About ASO Ontario
Location:
3219 Yonge Street, Suite 231, Toronto, Ontario M4N 3S1, CA
Mission Statement
Our mission is to provide educational information and support to individuals diagnosed with Level 1 ASD, their families, educators, medical and mental health professionals, employers, government agencies and the community, to enable individuals with Level 1 ASD to realize their potential as fully contributing members of their community. The goals of ASO are to improve public and professional awareness and understanding of the unique challenges, strengths, and needs of individuals with Level 1 ASD and their families. We do this by providing information and easy access to resources for families, professionals and others interested in Level 1 ASD.
Description
ASO Ontario is an organization that provides educational information and support to individuals diagnosed with Level 1 ASD, their families, educators, medical and mental health professionals, employers, government agencies and the community, to enable individuals with Level 1 ASD to realize their potential as fully contributing members of their community.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
This is a Virtual Opportunity with no fixed address.
DATE POSTED
April 2, 2023
SKILLS
- Youth Services
- Basic Computer Skills
- Analytics
- Coaching
- Fitness Instruction
GOOD FOR
- Teens
REQUIREMENTS
- Must be available every Wednesday between 5pm to 6 pm. Overall 2-5 hrs/week