Opportunity Details | Creative Movement - Yoga Program Assistant (IN-PERSON)


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Opportunity Name:
Creative Movement - Yoga Program Assistant (IN-PERSON)
Description:

The Creative Movement is a 4-week series program that participants will stretch, strengthen and find the flow with our Certified Yoga Teacher and Yoga Therapist, while enjoy activating their body in a fund and inclusive space.  Volunteer will support program by helping with setup, welcoming clients, tracking attendance, encouraging, and ensuring the safe participation of all clients and take down.

 

Tasks/Responsibilities:


  • Setup/take down program space (reassembly of chairs) before participants arrive and after completion of program.
  • Welcome and greet participants to the program.
  • Participate in movement activity/demonstrate movements.
  • Direct participants to washroom and water breaks as needed.
  • Observe participants to ensure safety and encourage participation.
  • Call emergency contact if participant needs assistance.
  • Take attendance at each session and share post-program feedback with the staff supervisor.

 Qualifications:


  • Enjoy working with others, comfortable initiating conversation and including others.
  • Patient, friendly and outgoing; comfortable in a non-competitive, inclusive environment.
  • Experience working or communicating with people living with dementia will be an asset.
  • Ability to lift up to 30 lbs.
  • Be physically able to participate in the program.

Time Commitment & Location:


  • Thursdays – August 1st - 22nd (4-week series)
  • From 1:00pm – 3:00pm (program is from 1:30pm – 2:30pm, extra time allow for setup and wrap-up)
  • St. Andrew’s United Church  (117 Bloor St E, Toronto, ON M4W 1A9)
  • Face masks will be provided and encouraged to be worn throughout the duration of the program. 

Orientation/Training:

  • Orientation to the Alzheimer Society of Toronto
  • 3 hours online modules: Dementia 101, 102 and Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act training.
  • Specific training to the position will be provided by the Active Living Programs Coordinator.

Screening:
All applicants will be required to submit a volunteer application, attend an interview and provide two references to be contacted by the Volunteer Department. Applicants must also agree to a Vulnerable Sector Check. 

Supervision:
This role will be supervised by the staff supervisor and the Active Living Programs Coordinator.


Benefits:

  • Opportunity to engage with people living with dementia and their care partners in a creative and meaningful way.
  • Formal and informal appreciation for your contribution to the Society’s work.
  • Be an integral part of a team working toward a better quality of life for persons with dementia and their care partners.
  • Gain front line experience working with persons with dementia.
  • A letter of reference, upon completion of commitment (if requested).
ALL of the slots below are required for registration in this event.

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Date/Time &
Details		Spots
Available
Thu, Aug 1, 2024 - 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM   
Full
Thu, Aug 8, 2024 - 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM   
Full
Thu, Aug 15, 2024 - 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM   
Full
Thu, Aug 22, 2024 - 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM   
Full



Meeting Location: St. Andrew’s United Church 

117 Bloor St E, Toronto, ON M4W 1A9

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Organizer: Volunteer Services
volunteerservices@alz.to
647-469-8245
Category:
Recreational Programs
 

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