Docent Volunteer
(Halton Hills. Recreation & Parks)
Position ID: V-HVC0742
Last Full Update: 28 Jan 2022
Opportunity Details: Docent Volunteer
Comments | Docents facilitate conversations and lead activities with visitors in the Helson Gallery's Permanent Collection, Special Exhibitions and Outreach Programs. Docents promote a deeper understanding and appreciation of exhibitions goals and help ensure that Gallery visitors have amazing experiences. Please complete on-line application at www.haltonhills.ca/volunteer |
Contact | Natale Rosanne, Volunteer Coordinator, Town of Halton Hills; Phone: 905-873-2600 ext 2282; Email: volunteer@haltonhills.ca |
Duties | - attend and actively participate in ongoing docent trainings - engage visitors in conversations and dialogues regarding the museum's collections and temporary exhibitions - ensure memorable and positive visits, including ensuring comfort and safety of visitors while fostering educational growth - participate in specialized programs that may be developed (i.e. Docents in the Schools, Speakers Bureau, Drawing in Galleries, Family Tour etc.) - seek clarification and guidance from Cultural Centre staff when needed |
More Info Link | https://www.haltonhills.ca/volunteer |
Benefits | Training and education about 20th Century visual art; Confirmation of hours and reference letters available upon completion of volunteer commitment; Meet new people and develop relationships for potential job opportunities in the future. |
Clients | Community at large |
Ages | 18 year(s) and up |
Suitable for Highschool Credit Hours | No |
Suitable For | Adults (18+) ; Post-secondary students |
Areas of Interest | Arts & Crafts ; Community Outreach ; Culture & Heritage ; Event Coordination & Support ; Guide / Greeter |
Skills/Experience | Communication & Interpersonal Skills ; Customer Service ; Dependability & Trustworthiness ; Public Speaking ; Self-Motivated / Work Independently ; - art knowledge and educational training are not pre-requisites - minimum 18 years of age - creative & critical thinker - curiosity - embrace change and challenge - enthusiastic personality - positive energy - proficient in spoken English - public speaking ability - resourceful |
Commitment Length | Short Term ; Medium Term (4 months to 1 year) ; 12 week commitment |
Interaction Level | Large Group |
Minimum Hours | 4 / Week |
Dates and Times | one 4 hour shift per week for 12 weeks. |
Seasons | Year Round |
Accessibility | Fully Accessible - The Halton Hills Cultural Centre is wheelchair accessible. |
Location | Halton Hills Cultural Centre - 9 Church Street (located in Downtown Georgetown) |
Number of Positions | Georgetown: 6 individual(s) 6 individual(s) needed in total. |
Training | Orientation ; Will be required to complete a mandatory training prior to starting the placement and also attend a mandatory first day orientation. |
Transportation | limited public transportation. |
Police Check | Required |
Agency Details: Halton Hills. Recreation & Parks
Office Phone | 905-873-2600 |
Toll Free Phone | Town of Halton Hills 1-877-712-2205 |
Fax | 905-873-1587 |
recreation@haltonhills.ca | |
Website | www.haltonhills.ca |
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