Language Aid Volunteer, Bilingual in Romanian and English
(HMC Connections, Community Connections Program)
Opportunity Details: Language Aid Volunteer, Bilingual in Romanian and English
Comments | HMC Connections was founded in 1978 by volunteers from a number of local cultural groups who wanted to create a welcoming community for newcomers and refugees. |
Contact | Regina Goze, Community Connections Manager, HMC Connections; Phone: 905-842-2486; Email: rgoze@hmcconnections.com |
Duties | Provide English langauge support to newcomer Romanian speaking family. Act as a langauge mentor or tutor to help in their settlement to their new environment and community. Report progress of family on English communication and any concern that arise during the duration of the program. |
More Info Link | https://hmcconnections.com/ |
Benefits | Making new friends to a newcomer family to adapt quicky and easily to their new country. Help remove language barrier for newcomer family. |
Ages | 18 year(s) - 75 year(s) |
Suitable for Highschool Credit Hours | Yes |
Suitable For | Adults (18+) ; Seniors (55+) ; Post-secondary students ; Newcomers / English as a second language ; Couples ; Families |
Areas of Interest | Mentorship / Leadership ; Newcomer Assistance ; Translation / Languages / Interpretation ; Volunteer from Home / Virtual |
Skills/Experience | Communication & Interpersonal Skills ; Confidentiality ; Counseling & Support ; Friendly & Outgoing ; Listening Skills ; Mentoring & Training ; Patience ; Positive / Cheerful Demeanor ; Self-Motivated / Work Independently ; Translation & Languages |
Commitment Length | Medium Term (4 months to 1 year) |
Interaction Level | One-on-one ; Virtual Volunteering |
Minimum Hours | 1 / Week |
Seasons | Fall ; Winter |
Location | Virtual |
Number of Positions | Acton ; Burlington ; Georgetown ; Hamilton ; Milton ; Oakville 2 individual(s) needed in total. |
Training | Orientation ; The Transitional Housing Manager will provide detail information on the specific role and responsibilities of the position. |
Transportation | Virtual role |
Police Check | Required |
Agency Details: HMC Connections, Community Connections Program
Office Phone | 905-842-2486 |
Fax | 905-842-8807 |
info@hmcconnections.com | |
Website | hmcconnections.com/services/community-connections/ |
Mailing Address | 1092 Speers Rd Oakville, ON L6L 2X4 |