MASSI Project Volunteer - Multicultural Access to Social Support Initiative

(Indus Community Services, Oakville Office, Employment Services)

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Position ID: V-HVC0028
Last Full Update: 27 Jan 2022

Opportunity Details: MASSI Project Volunteer - Multicultural Access to Social Support Initiative

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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
E-Mail info@induscs.ca
Website induscs.ca
Address & Map
Dundas Market Square Plaza
483 Dundas St W, Unit 209
Oakville, ON L6M 4M2
 
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