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Paulander Game On! Program Assistant
Kids Club & Youth Club
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Impact Statement Volunteer to support our community's growing wellbeing and mental health needs.
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Description The Paulander Game On! Program is a weekly program aimed at youth 8+ who live in the Paulander community in Kitchener. The program is recreation-based and is diverse in the activities run; they can range from arts and crafts to movies and cooking.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
-Develop a supportive relationship with youth and act as a positive role model. -Develop and co-facilitate group activities that are engaging, positive and responsive to the needs and interests of the participants. -Always ensure the safety of participants. -Assist with any set-up and clean-up, snack preparation and distribution. -Create a welcoming environment for children/youth. -Attend your scheduled shift and keep track of your time; enter hours using volunteer portal. -Notify staff when absent.
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Position Qualifications
Ideal for: An Individual, Student Placement Age: 16+
Area(s) of Interest: Caring Support, Children/Youth, Recreation/Sports
Skill(s): Cultural Awareness/Sensitivity, Interpersonal Communication, Community Knowledge/Awareness, Motivate Others, Sensitivity
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Training / Work Condtions
Training Details: On-the-job orientation; program facilitator present. Working Conditions: -Must be 16 years of age and demonstrate strong reliability. -Satisfactory Vulnerable Sector Check required if 18+ ($20 with agency letter). -Comfortable working with children/youth and able to set boundaries. -Friendly, patient, flexible and enjoys having fun! -Ability to create a safe and inclusive environment, communicate with youth openly and without judgment. -Sensitivity to diverse cultures, low-income living, mental health struggles and the impact these can have on children/youth. -Reliable, weekly commitment required.
Accessibility: Support Newcomers Transportation: On a bus route
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Time Commitment
Duration: 3 months or less Weekday - Daytime, Weekday - Evening Kids Club - Thursdays, 6:00-8:00 pm - 3 volunteers needed Youth Club - Tuesdays, 6:00-8:30 pm - 1 volunteer needed Volunteers are to meet at Erb West Community Centre
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http://www.caminowellbeing.ca
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Send an Email Message
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Sally Sarachman
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519-743-6333
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400 Queen Street South Kitchener, N2G 1W7
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Waterloo
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