Language Aid Volunteer, Bilingual in Romanian and English

(HMC Connections, Community Connections Program)

EXPIRED
Position ID: V-HVC0567
Last Full Update: 10 Nov 2023

Opportunity Details: Language Aid Volunteer, Bilingual in Romanian and English

Comments

HMC Connections was founded in 1978 by volunteers from a number of local cultural groups who wanted to create a welcoming community for newcomers and refugees.

Contact Regina Goze, Community Connections Manager, HMC Connections; Phone: 905-842-2486; Email: rgoze@hmcconnections.com
Duties

Provide English langauge support to newcomer Romanian speaking family.

Act as a langauge mentor or tutor to help in their settlement to their new environment and  community.

Report progress of family on English communication and any concern that arise during the duration of the program. 

More Info Link https://hmcconnections.com/
Benefits Making new friends to a newcomer family to adapt quicky and easily to their new country. Help remove language barrier for newcomer family.
Ages 18 year(s) - 75 year(s)
Suitable for Highschool Credit Hours Yes
Suitable For Adults (18+) ; Seniors (55+) ; Post-secondary students ; Newcomers / English as a second language ; Couples ; Families
Areas of Interest Mentorship / Leadership ; Newcomer Assistance ; Translation / Languages / Interpretation ; Volunteer from Home / Virtual
Skills/Experience Communication & Interpersonal Skills ; Confidentiality ; Counseling & Support ; Friendly & Outgoing ; Listening Skills ; Mentoring & Training ; Patience ; Positive / Cheerful Demeanor ; Self-Motivated / Work Independently ; Translation & Languages
Commitment Length Medium Term (4 months to 1 year)
Interaction Level One-on-one ; Virtual Volunteering
Minimum Hours 1 / Week
Seasons Fall ; Winter
Location Virtual
Number of Positions Acton ; Burlington ; Georgetown ; Hamilton ; Milton ; Oakville 
 
2 individual(s) needed in total.
Training Orientation ; The Transitional Housing Manager will provide detail information on the specific role and responsibilities of the position.
Transportation Virtual role
Police Check Required

Agency Details: HMC Connections, Community Connections Program

Office Phone 905-842-2486
Fax 905-842-8807
E-Mail info@hmcconnections.com
Website hmcconnections.com/services/community-connections/
Mailing Address 1092 Speers Rd 
Oakville, ON L6L 2X4