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Literacy Assistant
(Salvation Army, Lawson Ministries Hamilton)
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Position ID: 1813 Last Modified: 20 Nov 2012 Last Full Update: 20 Nov 2012
Opportunity Details
ContactLisa Schump, Volunteer Coordinator, Salvation Army - Lawson Ministries Hamilton; Phone: 905.527.6212; Email: lisaschump@lawsonministries.org
More Info Linkwww.lawsonministries.org
DutiesThis volunteer will be responsible for assisting individuals with disabilities who are enlisted in our D.A.R.E (Determined Adults Reading & Education) literacy program.  
Provide support and help tutor individuals with D.A.R.E lessons which may include Computer Skills training, reading and comprehension etc.
BenefitsThis placement would benefit individuals who are looking at getting experience working with individuals facing disabilities. This placement would also be beneficial for those looking to gain experience in teaching.
ClientsOur client population consists of dual diagnosed adults facing disabilities.
Dates and TimesTuesday: Afternoon (1 pm - 2 pm) 
Thursday: Morning, Afternoon (11 am - 12:30 pm) 
Friday: Morning (10 am - 11 am) 
 
Additional shift and times are pending however these additional shifts will be focused on assisting clients with home work in which these placements would take place after 2:00 o'clock within a residential setting.
SeasonsYear Round
Location1600 Main Street West
AccessibilityNot wheelchair accessible. One flight of stairs at the main and back entrance.
Number of PositionsHamilton Central: 4 individual(s)
Ages18 year(s) and up
Suitable for OSSDNo
Minimum Hours1 / Week
Commitment LengthMedium Term (from 3 - 12 months) ; A minimum of 4 months is preferred.
TrainingOrientation
TransportationOn Bus Route
Interaction LevelOne-on-one ; Small Group
CostVolunteers are required to obtain their own Police Clearance letter and 2 step TB test. Police Clearance will be reduced with letter from the agency.
Police CheckRequired
Volunteer CategoriesComputer /Internet Services ; Computer Literacy ; Literacy ; Reading ; Reading Encouragement ; Teaching
Skills/ExperienceExperience is always preferred however training will be provided. 
Additional Requirements2 Step TB test is mandatory along with current/updated Police Clearance.
Liability InsuranceAvailable
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Organization NameSalvation Army, Lawson Ministries Hamilton
Address & Map
533 Main St E
Hamilton, ON L8N 1E3
 
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Office Phone905-527-6212
Fax905-527-1377
E-Maildeannafinch-smith@lawsonministries.org
Websitewww.lawsonministries.org