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Teaching Assistant, DIS-1004: Intro to Disability Studies II (Winter 2024)
Teaching Assistant, WGS-2264/DIS-2200: Disabilities, Sexualities, and Rights (Winter 2024)
Greetings! Do words like numbers and budgets excite you and encourage you to break out your shiniest red pen? Do you have an insatiable desire to support the creation of an inclusive and accessible Manitoba? If you are vigorously nodding your head yes, consider applying for this exciting volunteer opportunity with the Provincial Council of the Manitoba League of Persons with Disabilities (MLPD).
Please email contact@mlpd.mb.ca to submit your application, ensuring your application demonstrates your related experience and how you meet the qualifications indicated in the posting.
U-Turn Parkinson's | https://www.uturnparkinsons.org/
Program volunteers are integral to our classes running smoothly. Volunteers will assist class instructors as needed and have the opportunity to provide one-on-one support to various participants. With experience, volunteers can have the chance to support the instructor by teaching alongside to provide modifications. Volunteers will have the chance to provide feedback to the staff about classes. The role of volunteer will also include setting up circuits, wiping down and putting away equipment. Volunteers will also be given opportunities to participate in any special events that are organized throughout the year.
Email: info@uturnpd.org
Phone: 204-510-4869
Closing date: Dec 31, 2023
U-Turn Parkinson's | https://www.uturnparkinsons.org/
The "Dancing with Parkinson's" program provides a supportive and joyful environment where participants can improve their physical and emotional well-being while fostering a sense of community.
The organization is seeking enthusiastic and compassionate volunteers to join the U-Crew and to support the Dancing with Parkinson's class. As a volunteer, you will play a crucial role in assisting our experienced dance instructor and ensuring that participants have a positive and enriching experience. Your presence will help create a warm and inclusive atmosphere that encourages participants to explore the benefits of movement.
Email: info@uturnpd.org
Closing date: Jan 31, 2024
Salary: $18-$19 per hour plus benefits
Seeking a person to support my 28 year old daughter with a disability as she strives to become independent in her own apartment and within the community.
Responsibilities include:
- Willingness to learn and provide healthy cooking for diabetes
- Willingness to gain knowledge relating to Prader-Willi Syndrome
- Accompanying participant in various activities some of which include Zumba, swimming, bowling, etc
- Supporting participant in various work experience placements
- Assisting participant with shopping, housework, and all daily activities of life
- Living in the area around Edison at Henderson…would be an asset
A drivers license and access to a vehicle is a requirement
Generally, the hours needed are:
- Tuesday-Fridays 10:30 AM -3:30 PM
- Monday- Thursdays 5 PM- 10 PM and Sundays 11AM-6PM... but this could vary at times.
Ideally, 2 or more persons could share these hours would be preferable as a change up in staff adds variety to her days
There is also a potential to increase your hours by working with other participants in this organization in which my daughter is supported
Please apply to Gloria (parent)... for a pre-screening by emailing a resume to gwoloshyn@mymts.net. After the pre-screening you will be referred to the Agency supporting my daughter where you will be required to follow their process for hiring. If you have any questions please feel free to email or call 204-995-2423
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