Overview
Group Facilitator/Volunteer Position Jobs in Orléans, Ontario, Canada at Parkinson Canada
Position: Support Group Facilitator (Volunteer Position)
Location: Orléans
Parkinson Canada Volunteer Opportunity
Support Group Facilitator
Parkinson’s affects more than 110,000 people in Canada, and we know that everyone’s journey is different. While there is currently no cure, at Parkinson Canada, we’re inspired by our community every day. Our vision is a world where no one is limited by Parkinson’s. And through our work, we empower and inspire people living with Parkinson’s and their care partners to thrive and live courageously.
The Opportunity
The Support Group Facilitator plays a critical role in the delivery of support services at community level. Once a month, they create a confidential and welcoming in-person or virtual space, where people living with Parkinson’s and/or their care partners can share their experiences and develop supportive relationships in a group setting. The time commitment for this opportunity is 3 – 5 hours per month.
We are recruiting for the following groups:
Orleans Care Partners – meets on the 3rd Tuesday of each month from 1:30-3:30 ET
Orleans – French Group – meets on the 1st Friday of each month from 10:00am-12:00pm ET
Orleans – English Group – meets on the 1st Friday of each month from 1:00-3:00 ET
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-judgemental 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 centre
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 lite 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 (2 hours per month), plus up to 3 hours monthly for administrative and organizational tasks. Stability is essential for Support Groups so a commitment of at least one year is appreciated.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should complete a Volunteer Profile, available at:
Resumes are strongly encouraged.
Parkinson Canada is committed to inclusion, fairness, respect, human dignity, and equity. We provide accessible employment and volunteer engagement practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Applications from persons with disabilities are welcomed and encouraged. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. For questions or accommodation requests, please contact the Volunteer Engagement Specialist, Angela Kramer at or
Please note that the selected candidate will be required to pass a standard Criminal Record Check.
Title: Group Facilitator/Volunteer Position
Company: Parkinson Canada
Location: Orléans, Ontario, Canada
Category: Non-Profit & Social Impact (Community Health), Administrative/Clerical
