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(KINGSVILLE’S EARLY YEARS STEPS TO LEARNING PROGRAM)

Description of Program:

• This is an ongoing drop in early years learning program for children 0-6 and their parents/caregiver.
• Offers participation through learning activities, peer interaction, songs, rhymes, and stories.
• The program currently operates on the following days:
  • Wednesday mornings
  • Thursday afternoons
  • Friday mornings

Description of Position:

• To assist with the preparation of instructional materials (cutting, coloring, assembling activities and games)
• To assist with the set up of activity centers and implementation of activities
• Assist with washing and disinfecting toys, learning materials, equipment, etc. (all items that may find themselves in a child’s mouth need to be thoroughly washed and disinfected after or before each session.)
• To be a positive role model.
• Interaction with parents, caregivers and children in attendance

Responsibilities:

• To adhere to the policies and procedures of the Youth and Family Resource Network of Essex County.
• To maintain a safe environment for children.
• To follow the instructions/supervision of the KEYS Program Coordinator.
• To complete YFRN volunteer screening process.

Qualifications:

• Positive role model.
• Responsible and reliable.
• Patience
• Able to follow directions.

Time Commitment:

• Minimum of 1 program day month

 

VOLUNTEER DRIVER Top of page^

Description of Position:

• To assist in providing transportation for members to appointments, programs, special events and field trips

Qualification:

• Responsible and reliable
• 21 years of age or older
• Valid drivers licence

Details:

• An agency vehicle will be provided or volunteer can use own vehicle and be reimbursed their mileage cost

 

EVENT AND FUNDRAISING VOLUNTEER Top of page^

Description of Position:

• To assist in planning and implementing fundraising initiatives and special events within the community.

Benefits:

• Orientation to the Youth and Family Resource Network of Essex County's goals and policies.
• Professional development workshops available relevant to your volunteer position.
• Letter of Reference.
• Gain transferable skills.
• To enhance organizational skills.
• To use your talent, skills and experience to give children the opportunity to express themselves.
• Make a difference in the community.
• Opportunity to explore new experiences for your future (school/career).

Responsibilities:

• To attend planned meetings.
• To contribute ideas, resources and time to organize events.
• To assist with the implementation of the event.
• To promote the organizations core values and programmes in the community.
• To maintain a safe, fun trusting environment for the youth.
• To ensure the safety of all participants.

Qualifications:

• Good organizational skills.
• Resourceful.
• Creative.
• Responsible.
• A team player.
• Ability to motivate youth.
• Positive role model.

Time Commitment:

• Planning meetings will vary with time commitment.
• Maximum of four hours at an event will be asked depending on the responsibility assigned.

 

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Description of Position:

• To assist in implementing social, recreational opportunities for youth within the community.
• To motivate youth involvement.

Benefits:

• Orientation to the Youth and Family Resource Network of Essex County's goals, policies and procedures.
• Professional development workshops available relevant to your volunteer position e.g. Leadership Training.
• Letter of Reference.
• Gain transferable skills.
• Make a difference in someone=s life/self-fulfilment.
• Community involvement.
• Opportunity to explore new experiences for your future (school/career).

Responsibilities:

• To actively and effectively communicate with youth.
• To maintain a safe, fun and trusting environment for youth to participate in.
• To always abide by the policies and procedures of the Youth and Family Resource Network of Essex County.
• To attend Volunteer Professional Development workshops if required.

Qualifications:

• Enjoy spending time with youth for their benefit.
• Positive role model.
• Responsible and reliable.
• Ability to motivate youth.

Time Commitment:

• Will vary depending on programme schedule.

 

YOUTH DANCE ASSISTANTS Top of page^

Location: Harrow and Cottam

Description of Program:

• This is an ongoing program which is held monthly on Fridays
• The dance is held from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
• The dance is geared to youth in grade 5 through grade 8.

Description of Position:

• To assist with the supervision of youth in grade 5 through 8.
• To assist with the set up and clean up of the dance.
• To follow assigned duties. (each volunteer will be assigned a specific duty and detailed instructions for that position will be provided prior to the set up for the dance.)

Responsibilities:

• To maintain a safe, fun environment for youth.
• To follow the instructions/supervision of the program coordinator.
• To ensure that dance policies and procedures are followed. (e.g.:dress code, behaviour)
• To actively and effectively communicate with youth.

Time Commitment:

• A commitment of two (2) dances per year is required and will be scheduled according to the availability of the volunteer.