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One on One Volunteer - Best Buddies Program
(Salvation Army, Lawson Ministries Hamilton)
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Position ID: 1794 Last Modified: 12 Jun 2012 Last Full Update: 12 Jun 2012
Opportunity Details
ContactMr Ted Puglia, Volunteer Coordinator, Salvation Army Lawson Ministries Hamilton; Phone: 905-527-6212; Fax: 905-527-1377; Email: tedpuglia@lawsonministries.org
More Info Linkwww.lawsonministries.org
DutiesProvide one on one support to an individual with a disability. The Best Buddy program allows each client that we support to experience a healthy relationship with individuals in their community where a focus on social skills and meaningful activities is the focus.
BenefitsGreat experience for those looking to get into the social Service Sector, or for those looking to get involved with members in their community.
ClientsWe support adults with developmental and physical disabilities.
Dates and TimesMonday: Afternoon 
Wednesday: Afternoon 
Friday: Afternoon
SeasonsYear Round
Location1590/1600 Main Street West, 535 Main Street East and other locations in Hamilton.
AccessibilityFully Accessible
Number of PositionsHamilton East: 267 individual(s) ; Hamilton West: 535 individual(s) 
 
Various placements offered in each location.
Ages18 year(s) - 33 year(s)
Suitable for OSSDNo
Minimum Hours2 / Week
Commitment LengthDue to the individuals that we support, we are looking for Volunteers who can provide a stable and consistent approach to Volunteering, as our clients are in need of consistency with their respective placements.
TrainingOrientation ; Training is provided.
TransportationOn Bus Route
Interaction LevelOne-on-one
Start DateOn or after 25 Jun 2012 and on or before 02 Jul 2012
Cost* Tuberculosis test 
* Police clearance
Police CheckRequired
Volunteer CategoriesAssistant - Community & Family Services ; Assistant - Health and Related Services ; Recreational Activities
Skills/ExperienceThose with S.S.W. or P.S.W. accreditation are preferred (or educated in other areas of Social Service) but not mandatory. Individuals who are willing, compassionate, dedicated and professional may apply.
Additional Requirements* Preliminary interview 
* Orientation/training 
Liability InsuranceAvailable
Agency Details
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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