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Special Friend
(Children's Aid Society of Hamilton)
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Position ID: 1142 Last Modified: 06 Nov 2012 Last Full Update: 06 Nov 2012
Opportunity Details
ContactMs Tracy Thorne, Supervisor of Volunteer Services, Children's Aid Society of Hamilton; Phone: 905-522-1121 ext 6112; Fax: 905-522-0255; Email: tthorne@hamiltoncas.com
More Info Linkwww.hamiltoncas.com
DutiesThe special friend volunteers will be assigned to work with a child on a one-to-one basis, with the intent to build the self-esteem of the child and to enable the child to spend some quality, fun time with a responsible adult.
ClientsChildren
Dates and TimesHours are flexible.
SeasonsYear Round
Number of PositionsHamilton Mountain: 20 individual(s)
Ages18 year(s) and up
Minimum Hours2 / Week
Commitment LengthLong Term (more than 12 months)
TrainingOrientation ; Training is provided - Safety training, Special Friend handbook, Behaviour management training.
Interaction LevelOne-on-one
Police CheckRequired
Volunteer CategoriesBefriending ; Companionship
Additional Requirements* Able to work independently, with patience, compassion and understanding. 
* If you are using your vehicle to transport the child, you must must have a valid G license, $2,000,000 liability insurance, and a driver's abstract.
Agency Details
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Organization NameChildren's Aid Society of Hamilton
Address & Map
26 Arrowsmith Rd
Hamilton, ON L8N 4B9
 
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Mailing AddressPO Box 1170 
Depot 1 
26 Arrowsmith Rd 
Hamilton, ON L8N 4B9
Office Phone905-522-1121
Fax905-572-6465
E-Mailinfo@hamiltoncas.com
Websitewww.hamiltoncas.com