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About the Position
Position:
2246 - Volunteer Track and field Coaches / Assistants / Support
Organization:
Position Address:
Humberview Secondary School, Kingsview Drive, Bolton, Caledon, ON, Canada
Location:
Caledon

Goal

The Special Olympics would not exist, and could not have been created, without the time, energy, commitment, and enthusiasm of people just like you, individuals who choose to take a little time from busy schedules to make the world a better place. 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 Athletic 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 through to the various local and regional meets/competitions that are scheduled over an extended period. PLEASE SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION ASAP (Summer is here!)


Benefits

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

  • Building friendships and networking connections
  • Developing new skills for personal and professional development
  • Gaining volunteer hours 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! Contact Us! Call Judith 416-826-0058 OR Email: judith.nicholas@hotmail.com

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

STEP 3: Screening Complete a Criminal Record Check (18 years and older) Caledon Special Olympics will provide you with a letter for the Vulnerable Sector Screening. Caledon OPP Detachment 15924 Innis Lake Road Caledon East Call (905) 584-2241 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.

STEP 4: Submission of Forms Submit the completed Volunteer Registration Form and Criminal Record Check to your Special Olympics Club Coordinator.

STEP 5: Clearance to Volunteer: After the local club processes your information you will be contacted.

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


Time Commitment
This is a Short Term (3 months or less) commitment starting 2023-06-27 AND ending 2023-08-22
Shifts are available Anytime

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, Seasonal/Special Event, Youth Programs, Life Skills & Accessibility
Accessibility: Unknown
Ideal for: Individuals, Groups, 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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