Community Connections Volunteer
(Indus Community Services, Oakville Office, Employment Services)
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| Contact | Jenna Maingot, Community Connections Facilitator, Indus Community Services; Phone: (Business) 905-275-2369 ext 1287; Email: jmaingot@induscs.ca | ||
| Duties | Mentor newcomer families or individuals to support a successful transition into their new community. Provide an introduction and ongoing support to help the newcomer (and family) get started in Canada Help the newcomer to gain an understanding of Canadian cultural norms, social etiquette, and more Provide opportunities for English language practice and learning (and access to 'ESL' programs, if needed) Help the newcomer build a 'social network' and learn new skills Learn about community resources (public and private) and their effective use Able to accommodate a schedule that will have you connecting with your client 1-2 times per week for a minimum of 3-6 months (MONTHLY time commitment is a minimum of 6 to 8 hours) You are an immigrant yourself and have been in Canada for MORE THAN 2 YEARS | ||
| More Info Link | https://www.induscs.ca/volunteer-community-connections/ | ||
| Benefits | An opportunity to enhance your skills and talent in information and referral services Build your resume and references, add to your personal (professional) 'network' (contacts) Add to your knowledge of the community where you live, plus how newcomers adapt to it Improved cross-cultural awareness | ||
| Clients | Newcomers, Permanent Residents | ||
| Ages | 18 year(s) and up | ||
| Suitable For | Adults (18+) ; Seniors (55+) ; Post-secondary students | ||
| Areas of Interest | Community / Neighbourhood Volunteering ; Information & Referral Services ; Newcomer Assistance ; Social Interaction | ||
| Skills/Experience | Communication & Interpersonal Skills ; Counseling & Support ; Customer Service ; Dependability & Trustworthiness ; Friendly & Outgoing ; General Computer Skills ; Leadership ; Listening Skills ; Mentoring & Training ; Patience ; Planning & Organizing ; Positive / Cheerful Demeanor ; Public Speaking ; Research ; Self-Motivated / Work Independently ; Team Work ; Translation & Languages | ||
| Commitment Length | Medium Term (4 months to 1 year) | ||
| Interaction Level | One-on-one ; Virtual Volunteering | ||
| Minimum Hours | 6 / Month | ||
| Seasons | Year Round | ||
| Accessibility | Fully Accessible | ||
| Location | Virtual with a possibility of in person in 2022 | ||
| Number of Positions | Acton ; Burlington ; Georgetown ; Milton ; Oakville 5 individual(s) needed in total. | ||
| Training | Training is provided - online training and orientation ; Training on the job | ||
| Police Check | Required | ||
| Start Date | On or after 15 Aug 2022 | ||
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| Organization Name | Indus Community Services, Oakville Office, Employment Services | ||
| Office Phone | 289-295-0765 | ||
| Fax | 289-295-0766 | ||
| employmentservices@induscs.ca | |||
| Website | induscs.ca | ||
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