Big Buddy (Children's Aid Society, York Region, Incorporated as Children and Family Services for York Region)

Big Buddy
(Children's Aid Society, York Region, Incorporated as Children and Family Services for York Region)

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Position ID: 2770

Last Modified: 31 May 2012

Last Full Update: 31 May 2012

Opportunity Details

Contact

Kim Leschiutta, Coordinator of Volunteer Services; Phone: 905-895-2318 ext 6402; Email: kim.leschiutta@yorkcas.org

Duties

One on one relationship with a child (age 6 - 13). Offer time and support in ways such as listening, talking, participating in recreational activities, participating in the community in order to increase trust and self esteem.

Dates and Times

Volunteers are required to help out 2-3 hours weekly or biweekly. Evenings or weekends preferred.

Location

Special Friends needed:Keswick, Sutton, Newmarket, Aurora, Richmond Hill, Thornhill, Markham,Vaughar

Number of Positions

Not Limited: 10 individual(s)

Ages

18 year(s) and up

Suitable for OSSD

Minimum Hours

2 / Week

Commitment Length

Long Term

Training

Orientation ; Training on the job ; Orientation and Training provided.

Transportation

Must have a reliable vehicle

Interaction Level

One-on-one

Volunteer Categories

Emotional Support ; Friend ; Role Model/One to One Work ; Transporting People - Own car

Skills/Experience

Volunteers must own a safe, reliable vehicle, proper vehicle registration, a safe driving record and a valid Ontario Driver's license. Must have a minimum of $1,000,000 personal liability insurance. Education/experience with children required. Must be organized, a good communicator, a good listener, patient, non judgmental, and punctual.

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