Parkinson Canada Support Group Facilitator - Burlington/Etobicoke

We are looking for volunteers with daytime availability on Tuesdays and/or Wednesdays, depending on group scheduling needs. This opportunity has a one-year commitment.

Your Contribution

As a Support Group Facilitator, you bring a keen desire to make a difference in the lives of people affected by Parkinson’s. Your empathetic approach, enthusiasm for learning, and ability to facilitate discussion about issues related to Parkinson’s are key factors in ensuring that monthly support groups are safe spaces.

What is Needed to Succeed in this Role

• Compassion and a non judgmental approach to supporting people
• Strong communication skills including active listening
• Ability to facilitate discussions that put the voices of those living with and affected by Parkinson’s at the center
• Commitment to model inclusion and respect for diversity
• Love of learning
• Ability to carry out administrative tasks and provide promotional support
• Proficient with technology
• If in-person, able to commute to venue and complete set up and tear down activities
• May need to lift 5-10 lbs

Benefits for Support Group Facilitators

As a volunteer Support Group Facilitator, you will learn more about Parkinson’s and make a genuine impact in the lives of people living with Parkinson’s and their care partners. You will meet wonderful new people and gain experience in the facilitation of groups, while contributing to the critical work of Parkinson Canada. References are available.

Commitment

One support group meeting per month (1-1.5 hours per month), plus administrative and organizational tasks. The time commitment for this role is 3-5 hours per month. Stability is essential for Support Groups so a commitment of at least one year is appreciated.