Resources for Students
Manitoba League of Persons with Disabilities is hiring a part-time Outreach and Communications Coordinator. Please see the job description below or click on link Outreach and Communications Coordinator Posting March 2024 for a Word document version.
Deadline is April 15.
People with barriers/disabilities/gifts encouraged, but not required to identify in their application.
Winnipeg River Recreation is now accepting applications for Summer Day Camp Staff in Lac du Bonnet for the 2024 season. These are full-time, term positions and will run Monday to Friday from approximately June 2 to August 23, 2024.
Visit the WRR website for more information
Deadline to apply: June 15, 2024
Contact: Kristen Meads, Recreation Director
Phone: 204-345-8816
Email: wrrdassist@gmail.com
enVision Community Living exist to inspire equality, inclusion, and the value of all people. Our team welcomes candidates from persons of all sexual orientations and gender identities, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, newcomers, foreign workers, student visa holders, citizens, and permanent residents or any characteristic that will make each of us different.
About the Opportunity
Reporting to the Director of Services, the Coordinator is responsible for overall management of services at Kindale Industries, meeting the mission and values of enVision Community Living to promote the equality, inclusion, and the value of all people.
This senior leadership position is responsible for selecting, supervising, guiding, and developing managers, including evaluating their performance and guiding them to achieve their best work and the best work of their team(s). In addition, the coordinator is responsible to develop and manage services, carry out strategic plans, be actively involved in networking and planning, as well as the administration and the ongoing evaluation of services.
Additional Information
- Hours of Work: 80 hours bi-weekly; Monday-Friday. Availability to be contacted after hours in case of emergency. Overtime may be required depending on operational needs.
- Working Environment: 100% On-site
- This position requires satisfactory Criminal Record check with a clear Vulnerable Sector Search, clear Adult & Child Abuse Registry Checks, and CPR First Aid Certificate
How to Apply
Upload resume and cover letter to www.envisioncl.com/careers
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, 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
AccessStudio: NextGen Program is designed specifically for disabled youth who want to participate in a remote and paid learning program. The program will help our participants gain valuable skills, experience, and assets to demonstrate employability.
Here are the details of the program:
- When: May 13, 2024, to June 21, 2024
- Time Commitment: 20-25 hours a week for six weeks.
- Where: The program will be run entirely online. Participants must have access to a computer and an internet connection.
- Who: Disabled Canadian youth aged between 18 to 30.
- Why: Participants will develop real-world skills, expand their network, build upon their professional portfolios, and get financial support.
- Compensation: Each participant accepted into the program will receive a $2,000 honorarium, and additional funds will be allocated for their capstone project.
NextGen also provides mentorship, personal development sessions, and community engagement projects. We understand our participants' diverse needs and are committed to providing customized accommodations to ensure everyone's success.
You can find more information about the program here: https://studio.accessnow.com/nextgen/
The Sexual Violence Response Team is a small group of senior staff who coordinate accommodations and resources for students who have experienced sexual violence. They can be reached at 204-230-6660 (call or text) or at svrt@uwinnipeg.ca
Available during University business hours (Monday to Friday 8:30am-5:00pm).
Learn more about the Sexual Violence Response Team and the supports available to the UW community