“Snack & Chat” Program Assistant

Volunteer Position:                      “Snack & Chat” Program Assistant

Location:                                       900 Merivale Road (Main site), Teddy’s Playroom
Team:                                            Parent-Child
Days:                                             First Monday of each month
Time:                                             11:00am – 2:00pm
Minimum commitment:               Three months
Volunteer will report to:               Rana Arfeh

 Description of Volunteer Role:

• Assist with the physical set up of room and any activities.
• Assist with child care.
• Prepare snacks and clean up after preparation.
• Assist with cleaning and putting away items after the sessions, including toys, dishes, floors, surfaces.
• Promote safety during the playgroup.

Qualifications:

• Ability to work in a challenging environment
• Demonstrated genuine interest in children and children’s activities
• Good communication skills, ability to speak in English & Arabic (other languages, such as Somali, French, Spanish, Chinese, an asset)
• Caring, patient, non-judgmental, and understanding of children and children’s needs
• Punctual, reliable, and dependable.
• Sensitive to multicultural issues
• Sensitive to issues facing low-income population.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to obtain an appropriate Police Records Check.