Public Education Volunteer (Alzheimer Society of Hamilton and Halton, Oakville office)

Public Education Volunteer
(Alzheimer Society of Hamilton and Halton, Oakville office)

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Position ID: 1419

Last Full Update: 09 Jan 2013

Opportunity Details

Suitable For

Youth ; Newcomers/ESL ; Seniors (55+) ; Families ; Community Groups ; Corporate Groups

Contact

Anne Cheeseman, Coordinator of Volunteers, Alzheimer Society of Hamilton and Halton; Phone: 289-837-2310 ext 303; Email: acheeseman@alzhh.ca

Duties

Position: to assist the Public Education Coordinators with Virtual Dementia Tours and Public Display request at various locations in Hamilton and/or Halton

Virtual Dementia Tours (VDTs):
1. Explain the Virtual Dementia Tour and its’ goals of promoting awareness and empathy
2. Provide participants with all pertinent information and materials
3. Follow the procedures as indicated for each participant involved
4. Keep records of attendees, questions and evaluations as required by staff

Public Display/Information Booths:
1. Act as a representative of the Alzheimer Society at public display opportunities
2. Set up and take down the display booth
3. Answer questions, provide brochures and direct people to appropriate resources in a professional and helpful manner

Benefits

1. Increase knowledge of Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias
2. Enhance public speaking and outreach skills
3. Knowledge that your time and commitment strengths the ability of the Society to expand its’ reach within the community
4. Access to Alzheimer Society resources (books, videos, publications)

Dates and Times

Time commitment will vary depending on schedule of events

Volunteering Location

throughout the Halton region

Number of Positions

Acton: 2 individual(s) ; Burlington: 5 individual(s) ; Georgetown: 2 individual(s) ; Milton: 2 individual(s) ; Oakville: 5 individual(s)

16 individual(s) needed in total.

Ages

17 year(s) and up

Minimum Hours

5 / Month

Training

Training will be provided on site

Interaction Level

Small Group ; Large Group

Police Check

Not Required

Volunteer Categories

Advocacy ; Any (Education) ; Group Leader Adult ; Speaking engagements ; Teaching Assistant

Skills/Experience

1. Knowledge of dementia and its implications for those with the disease
2. Previous experience with public speaking, educational workshops, facilitation and adult education
3. Patience; excellent communication skills; empathy
4. Good people skills, professional attitude and reliable
5. Willingness to complete all record keeping requirements

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