Direct Support/Companion
(Karis Disability Services, Simcoe County)
Position ID: V-BAR0056
Last Modified: 11 Mar 2020
Last Full Update: 11 Mar 2020
Opportunity Details: Direct Support/Companion
| Contact | Beatrice Jean, Volunteer Coordinator, Christian Horizons; Phone: (416) 630-3646 ext 5245; Fax: 416- 630-2579; Email: bjean@christian-horizons.org |
| Benefits | Working in Group Homes to gain practical experience. This position provides an opportunity to get hands-on experience in the developmental service sector. You can change your life and the lives of others when you do. |
| Clients | Individuals with special needs |
| Ages | 18 year(s) and up |
| Suitable for Highschool Credit Hours | No |
| Areas of Interest | Behavioural and Developmental Support Services ; Field Trip Aide / Community Outing Support ; Social Interaction ; Special Needs / Differently Abled |
| Skills/Experience | Communication & Interpersonal Skills ; Confidentiality ; Creativity ; Dependability & Trustworthiness ; Friendly & Outgoing ; Listening Skills ; Patience ; Positive / Cheerful Demeanor ; Team Work |
| Commitment Length | Varies |
| Interaction Level | One-on-one ; Small Group |
| Minimum Hours | 8 / Week |
| Seasons | Year Round |
| Accessibility | Fully Accessible |
| Location | Barrie |
| Number of Positions | Barrie: 10 individual(s) 10 individual(s) needed in total. |
| Training | Orientation ; Training on the job |
| Transportation | Driver License required ; We can work with volunteers who don't have access to a car. |
| Cost | None |
| Police Check | Required |
| Liability Insurance | Not Available |
| Start Date | On or after 01 Feb 2020 |
| Community Sets | Barrie ; VC - Simcoe County ; VC - Simcoe, Muskoka, Parry Sound District, Bruce, Grey, Peterborough & Northumberland |
Agency Details: Karis Disability Services, Simcoe County
| Office Phone | 416-630-3646, Central District Office |
| info@karis.org | |
| Website | karis.org/home |
| Address & Map | Coordinates: 43.7874560, -79.5543290 |
| Mailing Address | Karis Disability Services - Central District 3901 Highway 7, Unit 301 Woodbridge, ON Canada L4L 8L5 |