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We are 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 maintain and manage a Network of volunteer supporters to help the Centre achieve their goals. If you have a long-term interest 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 REALM Foundation Centre you will work closely with the Centre to:
maintain and manage the Centres Network
work with Centre to recruit and replace network members
identify and achieve the Centres goals for the Network
gather information to help the Centre and her Network make informed decisions
build connections in the community
Skill/Knowledge Requirements
Able to run 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
A commitment to work with the Centre for the long term
Own vehicle and valid drivers license
Internet/telephone access
Own computer with Microsoft Office and email
Access to a printer
Essential Skills
- Reading text
- Document use
- Writing
- Oral communication
- Working with others
- Problem solving
- Decision making
- Critical thinking
- Job task planning and organizing
- Finding information
- Computer use
- Continuous learning
- Significant use of memory
Transportation/Travel Information
- Own vehicle
- Valid driver's licence
Credentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.)
- Not required
Additional Skills
- Administrative and office activities
- Supervise staff, trainees or volunteers
- Research techniques
Type of Community or Social Service
- Volunteer coordination
Specific Skills
- Screen, recruit and train volunteers and support staff
Work Setting
- Private home
Ability to Supervise
- 5-10 people
Work Location Information
- Work in employer's/client's home
Security and Safety
- Criminal record check (abstract)
- Driver's validity licence check
Target Groups or Clients
- Persons with physical disabilities