Department of Applied Human Sciences
7141 Sherbrooke St. West Montreal, QC, Canada

Hello everyone, As you may know, the Québec response to the COVID-19 pandemic requires seniors 70 and over to self-isolate. Seniors with limited or no social networks and no access to the Internet are especially at risk, and many do not have the ability to get groceries right now. In partnership with New Hope Seniors Centre and the CIUSSS-Centre-Ouest, Ageing + Communication + Technologies (ACT) is running a grocery order delivery program for older adults unable to access gro...ceries in NDG. ACT is a project at Concordia and we are looking for volunteers from the Concordia community (staff, students and faculty) to help us. There are the 2 types volunteer positions: Calling seniors and placing grocery orders: Volunteers call seniors and offer our services. They provide a friendly check in and make their grocery list with them. Before the volunteer begins, they participate in a zoom training session. Coordinators from our team support the volunteers if more complicated situations arise. These volunteers need to have a basic knowledge of Google Docs, a computer with Internet and a phone to make local calls. They do not need to leave their homes to volunteer, and they don't need to live in NDG. Shopping and delivery: Volunteers are assigned a grocery list and they go to the grocery store to shop for the seniors. They deliver the orders, and then deliver the payment to an established location in NDG. Volunteers never advance money and are never out of pocket. Before the volunteer begins, they participate in a zoom training session. Coordinators from our team support the volunteers if more complicated situations arise. These volunteers need to have access to a vehicle and be willing to leave their homes. If you are willing to volunteer for one or both of these positions, please email us at [email protected] .Please include details about your general availability, and what type of volunteer position you would be willing to fill, and the language(s) you speak. More details are available on our project website: www.groceries-ndg.ca. Thank you so much, in advance, for considering this! Best wishes, Constance Constance Lafontaine Associate Director Ageing + Communication + Technologies // www.actproject.ca 514-574-0182

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Counsellor Unique opportunity to work with children and youth who are facing challenges or who are receiving Youth Protection Services. Camp Weredale is a co-ed residential camp in St Hippolyte, Quebec. We have a long-standing partnership Batshaw Youth and Family Services - CIUSSS Ouest de l’Île. Camp Weredale is searching for dynamic staff who like kids, have teachable skills and are looking for a fun, exciting learning opportunity this summer. ... Description: You would be responsible to; Provide campers with a well-rounded camp experience; Ensure the welfare health and safety of campers; develop and animate activity programming for the designated camper groups. Specifically you would: Participate in pre-camp training and orientation; Work in teams of two (2) or more, supervising and animating groups of campers; Supervise the health, safety and personal belongings of assigned campers; Assist campers in the morning i.e. hygiene habits, dressing Sit with assigned campers and participate with them at all times during daily activities i.e. swimming, sports, evening activities and SIPS; Help campers select optional activities i.e Special Interest Programs (SIPs); Participate in overnight tripping programs with campers; Ensure cabin cleanup involving all campers; Develop and/or assist in the development and implementation of activities; Qualifications: Must be 18 years old or older; Should have necessary skills such as; excellent communication skills, the ability to relate to children and a general understanding of how a camp works; Being punctual and respecting the schedule is crucial in carrying out duties; Respecting confidentially regarding camper medical, behavioural or family history is essential. If you are interested in becoming part of our team please send your resume to: [email protected]. Feel free to view our website at: campweredale.com.

Cummings Jewish Centre for Seniors JOB POSTING Job Title: West Island Program Associate ... Department: Program Services Reports to: Program Manager Date: August 2019 Schedule: 4 days (including evenings, occasionally) SUMMARY In collaboration with the Program Manager and Director, this person will be responsible to inject innovative programming that meets the needs of the West Island 50+ community through assessing, designing, implementing and evaluating programs. This includes working with lay leaders, volunteers and staff in a cooperative and mutually enriching & engaging environment. Collaborating with other key partners in the area to develop targeted programs. This position requires an innovative, creative, self-starter who is continuously looking to improve existing initiatives and seek out new programs for Cummings Centre members. DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Assist in planning and implementing programming and special events as appropriate within the Programming Department; Regularly engage with West Island members to further foster program & volunteer opportunities; Liaise with Marketing & IT teams to ensure that the marketing request plan is sent and followed up in a timely manner; Manage membership renewal and program registration process in a structured manner; Analysis of the financial viability of any given program for its sustainability; Responsible for reminder emails/ calls for specific upcoming programs and events; Responsible for recruitment and hiring of program specialists; Ensures on-going specialists and program evaluation; Ensures room set-up and clean-up and food orders for each event; Responsible for all data entry related to all program statistics; Maintain a database of all members, guests, volunteers and prospect members; As needed, attend sessions of each class to take attendance, collect outstanding payments, announce other programs and events, distribute related flyers; Explore potential off-site West Island program venues. SKILLS & COMPETENCIES Undergraduate degree in a relevant field; Minimum 3-4 years relevant experience; Bilingual: French & English; Ability to establish and foster excellent relationships with internal and external partners; Strong leadership and organizational skills; Superior communication skills; An analytical thinker; Experience working with volunteers and lay committees an asset; Experience in the Jewish community is considered an asset Understanding of the West Island Seniors population is a strong asset. Interested candidates may submit their resume to HR at: [email protected] Only applicants to be considered for the position will be contacted for an interview