| About the Position | |
| Position # | 734 |
| Organization | Action Committee of People with Disabilities |
| Position | Volunteer Advocacy Program - Advocacy Program |
| Location | 948 View Street, Victoria, BC, Canada |
| Impact Statement |
Promotes awareness, acceptance and understanding of the issues and problems facing people with disabilities. Activities include public advocacy and individual advocacy. We are a not-for-profit society committed to advocating for the empowerment, social inclusion, and economic equity for People with Disabilities. Everyone is welcome. Share your story. Be heard. |
| Description |
ACPD’s advocacy program will allow you to: • Assisting clients in completing written and online application forms. • Referring clients as to resources in the community available to them, referring them to other organizations as appropriate. Advocates must be able to commit to volunteering at least 2 shifts per week. |
| Training Details | Orientation to position, supervision and on-going training provided by ACPD. |
| Working Conditions | Flexible office setting. Accessible office. |
| Minimum Duration | 7 - 12 months |
| Timing | Weekday - Daytime |
| Time Detail | Monday to Friday flexible shifts. |
| Age | 19+ |
| Ideal for | An Individual |
| Transportation | On a bus route |
| Accessibility | Wheelchair accessible entrance, Wheelchair accessible washroom, Designated accessible parking space, Support volunteers with special needs, Accessible work space |
| Area(s) of Interest | Counselling/Conflict, Health Care/Emergency, Housing |
| Skill(s) | Conflict Resolution, Problem Solving, Sensitivity, Empathy, Respect, Continuous Learning |
| How to Apply | |
| Application Link: | |
| Send an Email Message | |
| Contact | Kimberlee |
| Phone | (250) 383-4105 |
| Address | 948 View Street Victoria, V8V 3L5 |
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