Volunteer Opportunities at Canadian Mental Health Association - Simcoe County Branch
(Canadian Mental Health Association. Simcoe County Branch, Volunteer Program)
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Position ID: V-MID0711
Last Modified: 22 Apr 2024
Last Full Update: 22 Apr 2024
Opportunity Details: Volunteer Opportunities at Canadian Mental Health Association - Simcoe County Branch
| Contact | Jenna Zardo, Team Lead - Urban Pantry and Volunteer Programs, Canadian Mental Health Association - Simcoe County Branch; Phone: 705-726-5033 ext 406; Email: jzardo@cmhastarttalking.ca |
| Duties | Volunteer duties vary depending on the placement and will be discussed prior to an interview |
| Benefits | * Gain knowledge of mental health and addiction issues * Meet and network with knowledgeable people * Gain experience working as part of a team to reach a common goal |
| Clients | Individuals with mental health and addiction Issues |
| Ages | 20 year(s) and up |
| Areas of Interest | Mental Health / Addictions ; Office Administration ; Program Coordination / Support ; Reception Support ; Telephone Communication |
| Skills/Experience | Communication & Interpersonal Skills ; Confidentiality ; Creativity ; Customer Service ; Dependability & Trustworthiness ; Friendly & Outgoing ; General Computer Skills ; Listening Skills ; Patience ; Planning & Organizing ; Positive / Cheerful Demeanor ; Self-Motivated / Work Independently ; Team Work ; Fundraising experience |
| Commitment Length | Medium Term (4 months to 1 year) ; Asking volunteers to commit to at least six months. |
| Interaction Level | One-on-one ; Small Group ; Virtual Volunteering |
| Minimum Hours | 2 / Month |
| Seasons | Year Round ; Depends on placement |
| Accessibility | Fully Accessible ; Designated parking at entrance - Parking Lot at most locations |
| Location | Varies: Barrie (currently), Occasional: Orillia. Midland. Collingwood, Innisfil |
| Number of Positions | Barrie ; Collingwood ; Innisfil ; Midland ; Orillia |
| Training | Orientation ; Training is provided ; Training is required ; Scheduled training ; Training on the job ; Training on-going |
| Transportation | Driver License required - Depends on placement ; Car required - Depends on the placement |
| Police Check | Required |
| Additional Requirements | Completion of compulsory on line AODA Training and any other training deemed necessary, on line or through workshops |
| Liability Insurance | Available |
| Community Sets | Barrie ; South Simcoe ; VC - North Simcoe ; VC - Orillia & Area ; VC - Simcoe County ; VC - Simcoe, Muskoka, Parry Sound District, Bruce, Grey, Peterborough & Northumberland |
Agency Details: Canadian Mental Health Association. Simcoe County Branch, Volunteer Program
| Office Phone | 705-726-5033 |
| Toll Free Phone | 1-800-461-4319 |
| Fax | 705-719-0908 |
| Website | cmhastarttalking.ca |
| Address & Map | 128 Anne St S Barrie, ON Canada L4N 6A2 |
| Mailing Address | 128 Anne St S Barrie, ON Canada L4N 6A2 |