Crafts (Creative Arts)
(Homewood Health Centre)
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| Opportunity Details | ||||
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| Contact | Martha Schuett, Coordinator of Volunteer Services, Homewood Health Centre; Phone: (519) 824-1010 ext 32262; Fax: (519) 767-3564; Email: volunteer@homewoodhealth.com | |||
| Duties | Volunteers work closely with Recreation Therapy staff to assist with Homewood patient craft sessions. The volunteer will provide a creative and social environment for the development of skills and to enhance a sense of well-being using ceramics. This position requires a regular weekly commitment. | |||
| Benefits | Gain experience working with patients in a mental health and addictions centre. This is a great opportunity for those wishing to pursue a teaching career. | |||
| Clients | Patients (Integrated Mood & Anxiety Program, Eating Disorders Program, Trauma Program, Addiction Medicine Program) in the Homewood Health Centre. | |||
| Ages | 18 year(s) and up | |||
| Suitable For | Adults (18+) ; Seniors (55+) ; Post-secondary students | |||
| Areas of Interest | Arts & Crafts ; Mental Health / Addictions ; Program Coordination / Support ; Recreation & Sports | |||
| Skills/Experience | Communication & Interpersonal Skills ; Confidentiality ; Creativity ; Customer Service ; Ability to follow instructions, learn new skills and take initiative; Ability to be empathetic, non judgmental, sensitive and caring with patients; Be open to feedback. | |||
| Commitment Length | Medium Term (4 months to 1 year) | |||
| Interaction Level | Small Group | |||
| Minimum Hours | 1.5 / Week | |||
| Dates and Times | Tuesday: Morning (8:55 - 10:30 am) | |||
| Seasons | Year Round | |||
| Accessibility | Partially Accessible | |||
| Number of Positions | Guelph 1 individual(s) needed in total. | |||
| Training | Orientation ; Training is provided ; Training on the job | |||
| Transportation | Near public transit | |||
| Police Check | Not Required | |||
| Display Until | 24 Jun 2022 | |||
| Agency Details | ||||
| Organization Name | Homewood Health Centre | |||
| Office Phone | 519-824-1010 | |||
| Toll Free Phone | 1-866-839-2594 | |||
| healthcentre@homewoodhealth.com | ||||
| Website | homewoodhealth.com/health-centre | |||
| Address & Map | 150 Delhi St Guelph, ON N1E 6K9 | |||
