AGENCY INFORMATION
Organization name: Canadian Red Cross
First name of person making the request: Gilmond
Last name of person making the requestSavoie
Position: Community Coordinator
Address: 264 Lutz Street
City: Moncton
Province: NB
Postal Code: E1C 5G3
Email: gilmond.savoie@redcross.ca
Phone: 1 506 26 90221
Website : www.redcross.ca
VOLUNTEER POSITION DESCRIPTION
Position title : Community Connector Volunteer
Number of volunteer required : 10+
Type of work: Other jobs
Description : Connection NB aims to connect community-dwelling older adults in need of support with local services, groups and communities based on identified needs and personal goals. The Community Connector Volunteer is a passionate and enthusiastic individual with a desire to support older adults in the community. The Community Connector Volunteer will work to identify the unique needs of their paired participant, and work with them to connect with assets in the community.
QUALIFICATIONS :
Skills: Understanding and adherence to the CRC fundamental principles and values
An interest in building partnerships based on community identified needs
Knowledge about and involved in their community or a desire to become involved or learn more
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal. Fluent in English, French is an asset.
Active listening skills
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Ability to work within a team
Ability to set clear boundaries
Friendly interpersonal skills
Respect/adhere to privacy and confidentiality guidelines
Good organizational skills
Empathy and compassion with the capacity to remain calm in unexpected situations
Enjoyment in socializing with older adults
Experience working with a diverse population an asset
Requirements: EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
This position requires a satisfactory criminal record check and vulnerable sector check
Must be at least 18 years of age
Experience working with older adults is an asset
A good understanding of services in the community is considered an asset
Adequate for youth (13-17) | Convient-il aux jeunes (13-17) : no
Fully accessible workplace / Lieu de travail entièrement accessible
What language the opportunity is | Langue du poste : Both are an asset / Les deux sont un atout
Ideal for: Adults / Adultes
Location: Greater Moncton
Leader : Gilmond Savoie
Duration: On going
Start date: January 2022
End date: January 2023
Commitment: Minimum 6 months commitment
Time detail: Time spent engaging in activities will vary by a volunteer’s interest and availability with the minimum requirement being 6 hours per month.
Training: On-line and face-to-face training will be provided in a fun, interactive way. First Aid and CPR training prov
FRANÇAIS :
RENSEIGNEMENTS SUR L’AGENCE
Nom de l’organisation : Canadian Red Cross
Prénom de la personne faisant la demande : Gilmond
Nom de famille de la personne faisant la demande : Savoie
Poste de la personne faisant la demande : Community Coordinator
Adresse : 264 Lutz Street
Ville : Moncton
Province : NB
Code postal : E1C 5G3
Email : gilmond.savoie@redcross.ca
Téléphone : 1 506 269 0221
Website : www.redcross.ca
DESCRIPTION DU POSTE
Titre du poste : Community Connector Volunteer
Nombre de bénévoles requis : 10+
Type de travail : Autre
Description : Connection NB aims to connect community-dwelling older adults in need of support with local services, groups and communities based on identified needs and personal goals. The Community Connector Volunteer is a passionate and enthusiastic individual with a desire to support older adults in the community. The Community Connector Volunteer will work to identify the unique needs of their paired participant, and work with them to connect with assets in the community.
QUALIFICATIONS :
Habilités : Understanding and adherence to the CRC fundamental principles and values
An interest in building partnerships based on community identified needs
Knowledge about and involved in their community or a desire to become involved or learn more
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal. Fluent in English, French is an asset.
Active listening skills
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Ability to work within a team
Ability to set clear boundaries
Friendly interpersonal skills
Respect/adhere to privacy and confidentiality guidelines
Good organizational skills
Empathy and compassion with the capacity to remain calm in unexpected situations
Enjoyment in socializing with older adults
Experience working with a diverse population an asset
Qualités requises : EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
This position requires a satisfactory criminal record check and vulnerable sector check
Must be at least 18 years of age
Experience working with older adults is an asset
A good understanding of services in the community is considered an asset
Adequate for youth (13-17) | Convient-il aux jeunes (13-17) : no
Fully accessible workplace / Lieu de travail entièrement accessible
What language the opportunity is | Langue du poste : Both are an asset / Les deux sont un atout
Idéal pour : Adults / Adultes
Emplacement : Greater Moncton
Leader : Gilmond Savoie
Durée : On going / En continue
Date du début : January 2022
Date de la fin : January 2023
Engagement : Minimum 6 months commitment
Détail de l’heure : Time spent engaging in activities will vary by a volunteer’s interest and availability with the minimum requirement being 6 hours per month.
Formation dispensée : On-line and face-to-face training will be provided in a fun, interactive way. First Aid and CPR training prov