| Position ID: 2431 |
Last Modified: 30 Apr 2012 |
Last Full Update: 21 Mar 2012 |
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| Opportunity Details |
| Contact | Allison Haskins, Volunteer Coordinator, Big Brothers Big Sister or York Region; Phone: 905-726-2149 ext 310; Email: allison.haskins@bigbrothersbigsisters.ca |
| More Info Link | www.bbbsy.ca |
| Duties | 'Game On'....Eat Smart, Play Smart, Live Smart!
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| Benefits | Provide a positive role model to boys from a father absent home and to girls in need of adult friendship. |
| Clients | At risk children |
| Dates and Times | Onsite, during the lunch period, at both Public and Catholic Elementary schools throughout York Region |
| Seasons | Year Round ; During the school calendar year. |
| Location | York Region, Bradford and West Gwillimbury |
| Accessibility | Unknown |
| Number of Positions | On-going need in all areas of York Region. |
| Ages | 18 year(s) and up |
| Suitable for OSSD | No |
| Minimum Hours | 2 / Week |
| Commitment Length | Long Term - 3 hours weekly or bi-weekly ; Each 'Game On' group runs for 7 -11 sessions. Volunteers would work as a team, running one session, and then move on to another session as required |
| Training | Orientation ; Attend a one hour Information/Orientation Session, Submit application, with supporting documents including 3-4 references, and a Vulnerable Sector Police Screening, Attend a three hour Safety Training Session, Participate in a one on one Assessment. |
| Interaction Level | One-on-one ; 1-4 ratio- group setting |
| Police Check | Required |
| Volunteer Categories | Big Brother/Big Sister ; Emotional Support ; Friend ; General Help (Counselling & Guidance) ; Role Model/One to One Work |
| Skills/Experience | Relates well and can provide a positive role model for a child. |
| Additional Requirements | Able to commit to several 7- 11 week sessions, minimum one year. |
| Liability Insurance | Available |
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| Organization Name | Big Brothers Big Sisters of York |
| Address & Map | |
| Office Phone | 905-726-2149 |
| Fax | 905-726-1285 |
| E-Mail | general@bbbsy.ca |
| Website | www.bbbsy.ca |