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About the Position
Position:
3106 - Mahjong Volunteer (Age 14+) > Recreation for seniors!
Organization:
Position Address:
MICBA, 155 Forum Drive, Mississauga, ON, Canada
Location:
Mississauga
Goal

MICBA Forum Italia Community Services (Forum Italia) operates a Supportive Housing Program with the purpose of providing Attendant Services to seniors 65 and over in permanent community residential settings when their support service needs require the availability of 24-hour, on-site assistance. The role of any Supportive Housing program is to provide an alternative to Long Term Care facilities while maintaining people’s independence and integration into their communities. Ours is a multicultural initiative that has matured into an established presence, highly regarded in the community that we serve.

We have always recognized the challenges that older adults (especially seniors 65+) face in terms of being isolated within their communities, and in feeling genuinely lonely. Such isolation and loneliness often lead to physical and emotional health issues that seriously compromise a senior's enjoyment of life.

Developed in the 19th century in mainland China, Mahjong is a tile-based game that has been compared to the card game 'Gin Rummy'. In certain circles in North America, the game has achieved tremendous popularity and our resident seniors enjoy playing it. We're looking for enthusiasts of Mahjong who will enjoy teaching, and playing Mahjong with our seniors, both novices and experienced.
Description

What our Mahjong Volunteers will be engaged in:

  1. Sign in at the volunteer office and obtain the attendance sheet
  2. Remind residents to participate (names and room numbers on sheet), plus invite others
  3. Set up the main lobby with chairs from storage in a circle with enough space for the residents to get up and move around safely
  4. Facilitate the program (Mahjong usually is played by tables of 4 players, and you will instruct, coach, and support them, depending upon their ability, knowledge, and experience)
  5. Take attendance (when in doubt, ask the residents to tell you their names)
  6. Thank the residents for participating and tell them when you will be seeing them next
  7. Place the chairs used for Mahjong back in storage, restoring the lobby
  8. Sign out at the volunteer office, leaving the session attendance sheet

For this indoor recreational activity, COVID-19 precautions/protocols are strictly adhered to, for the health & safety of all involved (see TRAINING, below)

Please apply at the earliest opportunity. Easily access the MICBA volunteer application form by creating a volunteer profile with Volunteer MBC, then click the yellow box 'Apply Now!' (above). After submitting your Application, please monitor your email 'Junk/Spam' folders and leave space on your voicemail for communications from MICBA. Thank you for your interest in this worthwhile program!
Benefits

  • Excellent opportunity to assist seniors in your local community
  • Bring to a well-known, established seniors living space your talent, skills, experience, especially in leisure activities
  • Network with seniors, their families, friends, extend your connections
  • Personal satisfaction that you enjoyed contributing to the enhancement of local seniors' lifestyles, their health and wellness, while having FUN!
Qualifications

  • Minimum Age - 14
  • Familiarity with the game of Mahjong, and at MICBA you're able to confidently encourage and assist both novices (introduction/instruction) and experienced players in playing the game, helping our residents enjoy a fun, leisure experience
  • Fluency in Mandarin and/or Cantonese is a definite asset for this 'role'
  • Commitment to volunteer for at least 6 MONTHS
  • Ability to strictly observe COVID-19 Safety Protocols and the requirements of the 'role' (see DESCRIPTION, above)
  • Experience assisting seniors in their daily living, health and wellness is welcome, but not required
  • Online 'customer service' training re. persons with disabilities > AODA: https://accessforward.ca/newado/csstandardmodule
  • Proof of COVID-19 Vaccination

SCREENING of applicants will initially be remote/virtual (telephone/email/online interviewing), unless otherwise advised

Min Age: 14
Max Age: 99   
Police Check: Not required   
Resume:Not required   
Driver's Licence: Not required   
Proof of Vaccination: Required

Time Commitment
This is a Long Term (More than 6 months) commitment starting 2023-08-04
Shifts are available on the following days
 - Friday Afternoon, Friday Evening

WEEKLY: Friday(3:00 PM to 5:00)
Specific scheduling will depend on popularity of the game.
Training

ORIENTATION onsite is required (approximatly 1.5 hours long). This will include: Forum Italia policies review, documentation to be signed, facility tour, and volunteers will take home our volunteer handbook and an information package.

TRAINING will focus on COVID-19 Precautions and Safety Protocols, as well as how Mahjong is set up at MICBA.
More Details
Areas of Interest: Sports & Recreation, Senior Support, Multilingual
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible washroom, Wheelchair Accessible Parking, Fully Accessible Workplace
Ideal for: Individuals, Groups, Newcomers, Older Adults
How to Contact
Send an Email Message
Social Media
http://www.micba.com
https://www.facebook.com/MICBA-Forum-Italia-Community-Services-1799122810364251/
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuVho7A2e4lcLNXysM71axQ


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