Support Group Facilitator - Orillia
(Parkinson Canada)
Opportunity Details: Support Group Facilitator - Orillia
| Contact | Angela Kramer, Volunteer Engagement Specialist, Parkinson Canada; Phone: 1-800-565-3000; Email: volunteer@parkinson.ca |
| Duties | Parkinson Canada is recruiting Support Group Facilitators for Orillia, ON.
The Support Group Facilitator plays a critical role in the delivery of support services at community level. Once a month, they create a confidential and welcoming space, where people living with Parkinson’s and/or their care partners can share their experiences and develop supportive relationships in a group setting.
The group meets on the 2nd Thursday of each month from 1:30-3:30 ET.
As a Support Group Facilitator, you bring a keen desire to make a difference in the lives of people affected by Parkinson’s. Your empathetic approach, enthusiasm for learning, and ability to facilitate discussion about issues related to Parkinson’s are key factors in ensuring that monthly support groups are safe spaces.
If you are interested in this opportunity, please email volunteer@parkinson.ca, or sign up at https://parkinsoncanada.volunteerhub.com/vv2/ |
| Benefits | As a volunteer Support Group Facilitator, you will learn more about Parkinson’s and make a genuine impact in the lives of people living with Parkinson’s and their care partners. You will meet wonderful new people and gain experience in the facilitation of groups, while contributing to the critical work of Parkinson Canada. References are available. |
| Ages | 18 year(s) and up |
| Suitable for Highschool Credit Hours | No |
| Skills/Experience | Counseling & Support ; Elder Care ; Listening Skills ; Positive / Cheerful Demeanor |
| Commitment Length | Medium Term (4 months to 1 year) ; Support groups meet once per month. There are some minor administrative tasks to complete outside of the group meeting time. |
| Interaction Level | Small Group ; Virtual Volunteering ; This is a hybrid group. The volunteer must be able to navigate ZOOM. |
| Minimum Hours | 3 / Month |
| Accessibility | Unknown |
| Number of Positions | Simcoe County 2 individual(s) needed in total. |
| Training | Orientation ; Training is provided |
| Police Check | Required |
| Display Until | 31 Jul 2025 |
Agency Details: Parkinson Canada
| Office Phone | 1-888-664-1974, Toll free |
| support@parkinson.ca | |
| Website | www.parkinson.ca |
| Address & Map | Coordinates: 43.6707403, -79.3925131 |
| Mailing Address | 4211 Yonge St Ste 316 Toronto, ON Canada M2P 2A9 |