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Support Facilitator
REAL M is looking for a Support Facilitator! The role of the Support Facilitator is to help place the power back into the hands of an individual with high physical disability (called Centres) by assisting them to develop a network of volunteer supporters to help the Centre achieve their goals. If you are interested in making a difference in the life of someone with a physical disability we would love to meet you. We encourage people with disabilities to apply.
Roles and Responsibilities
Being guided by the values and principles of the Centre and the REALM Foundation, you will work closely with the Centre to:
create, maintain and manage the Centres network
identify and achieve the Centres goals for the network
gather information to help your Centre make informed decisions
build connections in the community
Skill/Knowledge Requirements
Able to chair meetings and delegate duties
Able to support, develop and manage volunteers
Able to research and identify community resources
Strong interpersonal and group communication skills
Strong written and oral skills
Computer skills including Microsoft Office, emailing and texting
Requirements
Own vehicle and valid drivers license
Internet/telephone access
Own computer with Microsoft Office and email
Working Conditions
Contract position working from home
Wage: $15.00/hour
Hours: approx. 4 to 10 hours a month
Willingness and availability to:
attend professional development training
conduct evening and weekend work
If you are interested in this exciting opportunity please forward your resume and cover letter to Jacquie Sivertson by January 19, 2018 at jcq67@sasktel.net.
For more information about REALM you are invited to visit our website at www.realminformation.ca.
Essential Skills
- Oral communication
- Working with others
- Problem solving
- Decision making
- Finding information
Transportation/Travel Information
- Own vehicle
- Valid driver's licence
Additional Skills
- Supervise staff, trainees or volunteers
- Research techniques
Type of Community or Social Service
- Volunteer coordination
Specific Skills
- Obtain information and prepare reports or case histories
- Liaise with other social services agencies and health care providers involved with clients
- Screen, recruit and train volunteers and support staff
Work Setting
- Private home
Ability to Supervise
- Committees
Work Location Information
- Work in employer's/client's home
Security and Safety
- Basic security clearance
- Criminal record check (abstract)
- Driver's validity licence check
Target Groups or Clients
- Female
- Persons with physical disabilities