Virtual Cancer Support - Childcare Volunteer

(Nankind GTA, North York Office, Nankind [formerly Nanny Angel Network])

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Position ID: V-HVC0332
Last Full Update: 15 Nov 2022

Opportunity Details: Virtual Cancer Support - Childcare Volunteer

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The Nanny Angel Network (NAN) offers rewarding volunteer positions for skilled childcare providers who are looking to make a difference in the lives of families.  

Contact Alanna Iammarino; Phone: 416 730 0025; Email: volunteer@nannyangelnetwork.com
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“My Nanny Angel volunteer helped alleviate some of the burdens by giving me a couple of hours to spend focusing on myself and what I needed to do to get better. I could rest assured and focus on my wellness and appointments knowing my kids were in safe hands.” 

Nanny Angel Mom 

 Imagine a world where every family with cancer receives the care needed for their children – so they have enough time to care for themselves. Now, also imagine a world where every child receives the support they need to cope with their parent’s illness or death.  

The Nanny Angel Network (NAN) offers rewarding volunteer positions for skilled childcare providers who are looking to make a difference in the lives of families.  

Homework and Activity Angels provide supportive cancer care, by engaging children every week in homework-aid and/or age-appropriate activities to help them navigate the changes that come with a cancer diagnosis and healthily address their emotions. 

Nanny Angels volunteers receive specialized training including grief and bereavement and receive the support of NAN’s Child Life Specialist throughout their volunteering time.  

Make a Difference in a child's life, Become a NAN Angel 

How can you help? 

  • Provide fun, educational, creative, and safe experiences for the children.
  • 2 hours of childcare virtual service per week to the same family.
  • Minimum six-month commitment to ensure support during the duration of a parent’s cancer treatment and recovery. 

How to apply 

  • Please apply by visiting https://nannyangelnetwork.com/apply/ 
  • Select: "BE A HOMEWORK ANGEL OR "BE AN ACTIVITY ANGEL and review the requirements. 
  • Create an MY IMPACT ACCOUNT and complete the application. 

Our service areas are The Greater Toronto Area, Hamilton, Kingston, and Barrie. 

Kindly note, the role is not that of a babysitter, housekeeper, or personal assistant – a Nanny Angel’s primary focus is engaging and supporting the children. 

Ages 16 year(s) and up
Suitable for Highschool Credit Hours Yes
Suitable For Adults (18+) ; Seniors (55+) ; Highschool students ; Post-secondary students ; Families
Areas of Interest Child Care ; Distress / Crisis / Bereavement Support ; Education Support (Early Years) ; Education Support (Elementary / Secondary) ; Volunteer from Home / Virtual ; Youth Engagement ; Youth Services
Skills/Experience Creativity ; Friendly & Outgoing ; Listening Skills ; Patience ; Planning & Organizing ; Positive / Cheerful Demeanor ; Public Speaking ; Self-Motivated / Work Independently ; Working with Children ; Writing & Editing
Commitment Length Medium Term (4 months to 1 year) - 6 Months
Minimum Hours 2 / Week
Number of Positions Acton ; Burlington ; Georgetown ; Hamilton ; Milton ; Oakville 
 
20 individual(s) needed in total.
Training Training is provided
Police Check Required

Agency Details: Nankind GTA, North York Office, Nankind [formerly Nanny Angel Network]