Position Details
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Community Volunteer Mentor |
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CASA Child, Adolescent and Family Mental Health
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To advance the mental health of infants, children, adolescents and their families through excellent clinical practice, helath promotion, education, research and advocacy. |
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Description: |
The volunteer provides encouragement and support to a child/teen by participating in a wide range of community based activities while building a caring relationship with that child or teen. CASA provides treatment for children who are experiencing severe emotional, psychological and behavioural problems. Must be comfortable communicating with parents to confirm schedules etc. | |
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Volunteers Required: |
12
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Skills and Experience: |
The time and desire to make this regular commitment for one year.
The interest, flexibility and patience to work with these high needs children.
The maturity and emotional stability to be a positive role model.
The skills necessary to assist the child with a variety of learning activites(ie homework,sports,crafts etc)
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Other Language Required: |
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Requirements: |
Requires criminal records check |
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Reimbursements: |
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Training Provided: |
Mentoring training and information provided by Big Brothers and Big Sisters. Training and orientation provided by CASA staff. |
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Benefits to Volunteer: |
Personal satisfaction from knowing they are making a difference for a child
The volunteer will have fun and gain valuable volunteer experience working with these high needs children and teens. |
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Contact: |
Barbara Rioux
(780) 430-2654
volunteer@casaservices.org |
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Morning; Afternoon; Evening |
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Weekdays; Weekend |
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long term (6 months+) |
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| Location: |
varies
Edmonton |
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