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About the Position
Position:
3408 - Soccer coach/volunteer
Organization:
Position Address:
SouthFields Village PS, 110 Learmont Avenue, Caledon, ON, Canada
Location:
Caledon
Goal

The Special Olympics would not exist, and could not have been created, without the time, energy, commitment and enthusisam of people just like you. Individuals who choose to take a little time from busy schedules to make the world a better place as a SUPPORTIVE VOLUNTEER. More than 400 Special Olympic coaches and other volunteers in support across the province make our programs possible and make a huge difference in the lives of our athletes. As a 'Volunteer Soccer Coach', 'Assistant', or in 'Support',  you will enjoy the personal challenge and the satisfaction of enriching our athletes' lives through organized individual and team sports and other recreational activities.
Description

You don't need a sports background to volunteer with Caledon Special Olympics. All you need is enthusiasm for helping empower people with intellectual disabilities through sport. Many volunteer positions are available that relate to recreational activities, including coaching roles (head coach, assistant coach), and volunteers who support our athletic programs. In keeping with the ongoing relationships that coaching necessarily requires and develops, Caledon Special Olympics expects its volunteers to make not only a regular commitment in practice time (weekly, monthly), but also an overall commitment that will see our athletes throught to the various local and regional meets/competitions that are scheduled over an extended period. 
Benefits

WHY VOLUNTEER WITH CALEDON SPECIAL OLYMPICS? There are many reasons to get involved, and many benefits, including:

  • Buildng friendships and networking connections
  • Developing new skills for personal and professional development
  • Gaining volunteer hour for school programs
  • Getting involved with your community
  • Sharing your love of the sport
  • Opportunity to learn, and by your example promote, diversity and inclusiveness in your community
  • And, most of all experiencing the joy of working with and supporting our athletes.

These volunteering positions are roles that you fill and define, rather than have the roles (titles) define you!
Qualifications

How to become a volunteer:

STEP 1: Reaching Out! Email: dzmarlik@rogers.com

STEP 2: Volunteer Registration Form: Caledon will provide you with a Volunteer Registration Form

STEP 3: Screening! Complete a Vulnerable Sector Criminal Record Police Check (18 years and older) Caledon Special Olympics will provide you with a letter for the Vulnerable Sector Screening. This is strictly for risk management purposes to ensure that all volunteers and athletes are safe and protected. Fee waived by Caledon OPP for committed Caledon Special Olympics volunteers. Peel Regional Police does charge a fee for this service.

Min Age: 15
Max Age: 80   
Police Check: Not required   
Resume:Not required   
Driver's Licence: Not required   
Proof of Vaccination: Not required

Time Commitment
This is a Medium Term (4 - 6 months) commitment starting 2024-09-25 AND ending 2025-03-26
Shifts are available on the following days
 - Wednesday Evening

See the 'Position Description' above. Schedule for practices, meets, competitions, and related engagements will be arranged, with an effort to accommodate our volunteers
Training

Complete ONLINE Volunteer Orientation Training! Once this training has been completed you will be accredited for the Special Olympics program.
More Details
Areas of Interest: Education & Learning, Sports & Recreation, Life Skills & Accessibility
Accessibility: Unknown
Ideal for: Individuals, Co-op Placements, Older Adults
How to Contact
Send an Email Message
Social Media
http://Special Olympics Caledon/Caledon Special Olympics
http://Special Olympics Caledon @socaledon


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