Docent Volunteer
(Halton Hills. Recreation & Parks, Halton Hills Town Hall)
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| 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 | Heather Beaumont, Volunteer Coordinator, Town of Halton Hills; Phone: 905-873-2601 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 OSSD | 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 | Wednesday: Afternoon Thursday: Afternoon, Evening Friday: Afternoon Saturday: Afternoon Sunday: Afternoon 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, Halton Hills, ON, (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 | ||
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| Organization Name | Halton Hills. Recreation & Parks, Halton Hills Town Hall | ||
| Office Phone | 905-873-2601 ext 2275 | ||
| 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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