Autism Ontario Volunteer
(Autism Ontario)
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| Contact | Laura Heimpel, Regional Program and Volunteer Coordinator, Autism Ontario; Phone: 416-246-9592 ext 308; Email: Laura.h@autismontario.com | ||
| Duties | Autism Ontario-Central West Region offers programming and events for children, youth, and adults on the autism spectrum and their families. We are seeking new and past volunteers of all abilities to join our growing Autism Ontario volunteer community. There are multiple ways you can get involved at Autism Ontario. Below you will find a list of the ways you can get involved! We are seeking volunteers to join: • Sub-Committees • Program and Event Support • Outreach and Advocacy • Language Supports • Fundraising initiatives | ||
| More Info Link | https://www.autismontario.com/halton-chapter/volunteer-central-west | ||
| Benefits | Some of the benefits of volunteering with Autism Ontario include: supporting the local community, gain community involvement activity hours required for secondary school graduation, support the ASD community, flexible schedule, meet like-minded people , personal growth and satisfaction, reference may be provided upon request (minimum 6 month commitment) | ||
| Clients | Individuals across the lifespan with an ASD diagnosis (5-adult) | ||
| Ages | 15 year(s) and up | ||
| Suitable for OSSD | Yes | ||
| Suitable For | Adults (18+) ; Seniors (55+) ; Youth (12-18) ; Highschool students ; Post-secondary students ; Persons with a mental disability ; Persons with a physical disability ; Persons with a visual impairment ; Newcomers / English as a second language ; Couples ; Community Groups ; Workplaces / Corporate Groups | ||
| Areas of Interest | Advocacy ; Behavioural and Developmental Support Services ; Committees ; Community / Neighbourhood Volunteering ; Community Outreach ; Event Coordination & Support ; Fundraising / Canvassing ; Group / Family Volunteering ; Life Skills Support ; Program Coordination / Support ; Special Needs / Differently Abled | ||
| Skills/Experience | Communication & Interpersonal Skills ; Confidentiality ; Creativity ; Dependability & Trustworthiness ; Friendly & Outgoing ; Leadership ; Listening Skills ; Mentoring & Training ; Patience ; Planning & Organizing ; Positive / Cheerful Demeanor ; Public Speaking ; Research ; Self-Motivated / Work Independently ; Team Work ; Working with Children ; Writing & Editing ; Must be willing to support individuals with ASD and their families. | ||
| Commitment Length | One Time / Special Event ; Short Term ; Medium Term (4 months to 1 year) ; Long Term ; Autism Ontario provides multiple volunteer opportunities with varying commitments lengths. | ||
| Interaction Level | Solitary ; Small Group ; Large Group ; Virtual Volunteering | ||
| Minimum Hours | 2 / Month | ||
| Dates and Times | Opportunities are available Monday-Sunday, with varying times. | ||
| Seasons | Year Round | ||
| Accessibility | Program/Events offered at various locations. Accessibility will vary based on location. | ||
| Number of Positions | Burlington ; Georgetown ; Hamilton ; Milton ; Oakville 25 individual(s) needed in total. Committees, Programs, and Events take place across Central West which includes Halton, Peel, Hamilton, Wellington, and Waterloo. Various volunteer opportunities occur in each of these cities. | ||
| Training | Orientation ; Training is provided ; Training on the job ; Volunteer handbook and orientation. Opportunities for additional professional development during the year. | ||
| Transportation | Near public transit ; Driver License required ; Car required ; Program/Events offered at various locations. It will be the responsibility of the volunteer to travel to and from volunteer commitments. | ||
| Application Deadline | 28 Feb 2020 | ||
| Cost | Vulnerable Sector Check is required for volunteers working directly with children/youth/adults with ASD. This will be at the volunteer’s cost. | ||
| Police Check | Required | ||
| Start Date | On or after 01 Nov 2019 | ||
| End Date | 28 Feb 2020 | ||
| Agency Details | |||
| Organization Name | Autism Ontario | ||