MASSI Project Volunteer - Multicultural Access to Social Support Initiative
(Indus Community Services, Oakville Office, Employment Services)
Position ID: V-HVC0028
Last Full Update: 27 Jan 2022
Opportunity Details: MASSI Project Volunteer - Multicultural Access to Social Support Initiative
Comments | temporarily closed. |
Contact | Tulsi Radia, Acting Manager - Community Development, Indus Community Servces; Phone: 905-275-2369 ext 1291; Fax: 905-275-6799; Email: tradia@induscs.ca |
Duties | Currently, it is a virtual program. Responsibilities and Duties: (but not limited to) - Be able to communicate in one or more South Asian languages. - Support South Asian parent(s), including international students with one-on-one guidance though their pregnancy, followed by ongoing support and mentorship post-pregnancy. - Build supportive relationships through conversation, discussion and provide encouragement to isolated parents in a culturally supportive manner. - Provide cultural safety information/resources to individuals who may fear repercussions of having a baby. - Mentor and role model to enhance parenting and child management skills. - Identify areas of support and connect parents to community resources. - Meet with parents on a regular basis and provide regular check-in to offer support on a regular basis at a mutually agreed upon time on a regular basis. - Complete all required documentation. - Report issues, concerns and all incidents to the Family Services Counsellor - Community Engagement Coordinator. - Adhere to the vision, mission and guiding values of the organization and the MASSI program. - Represent Indus in a professional manner at all times. - Be committed to the agency and the agreed upon hours. - Assist with all other duties as assigned. |
Benefits | This position allows volunteers the opportunity to explore mentorship opportunities, and engage with a diverse population seeking aid with social supports. Volunteers will also get the opportunity to interact with various other community organizations, and interact with interdepartmental staff. |
Clients | South Asian families and children with emphasis on International students, children at risk of being separated from their families and children in care. |
Ages | 20 year(s) and up |
Suitable for Highschool Credit Hours | No |
Suitable For | Adults (18+) ; Post-secondary students ; Newcomers / English as a second language ; Couples |
Areas of Interest | Community Outreach ; Information & Referral Services ; Mentorship / Leadership ; Newcomer Assistance ; Parenting / Foster Care Support ; Program Coordination / Support ; Translation / Languages / Interpretation ; Volunteer from Home / Virtual |
Skills/Experience | Communication & Interpersonal Skills ; Confidentiality ; Creativity ; Customer Service ; Dependability & Trustworthiness ; Friendly & Outgoing ; General Computer Skills ; Mentoring & Training ; Planning & Organizing ; Positive / Cheerful Demeanor ; Team Work |
Commitment Length | Long Term - At least 1 year |
Interaction Level | One-on-one ; Small Group ; Virtual Volunteering |
Minimum Hours | 2 / Week |
Seasons | Year Round |
Accessibility | Fully Accessible |
Location | Virtual - Online |
Number of Positions | Oakville: 5 individual(s) 5 individual(s) needed in total. |
Training | Orientation ; Training is provided ; Other training will be provided as seen fit. |
Police Check | Not Required |
Start Date | On or after 15 Sep 2021 |
Agency Details: Indus Community Services, Oakville Office, Employment Services
Office Phone | 905-275-2369 |
Fax | 905-275-6799 |
info@induscs.ca | |
Website | induscs.ca |
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