Volunteer: Volunteer Community Educator Job DescriptionThe job of the Education Program Volunteer Presenter is to deliver community education programs developed by the Alzheimer’s Association, using scripted curricula, PowerPoint presentations and other prepared training materials provided by the Association. All topics are related to Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias as well as the information that affected individuals and families need. Presenters are expected to: Successfully complete the Volunteer Presenter Training course, as well as individual preparation for each presentation
Make themselves available to provide not less than six presentations per year based upon chapter need
Arrive on time and present all programs for which they volunteer
Complete all required program records and return them to the chapter program office within one week of the program
Provide feedback to the chapter concerning any questions or suggestions to promote communication and continuous process improvement
Refer attendees to the resources and programs of the Alzheimer’s Association as appropriate
Act at all times as a trusted representative of the Alzheimer’s Association
Education programs may be held at Association offices or at another venue as determined by the needs of the chapter and participants.
Required Skills In order to fulfill the demands of the role, prospective education program presenters are required to have: Effective presentation skills and a strong knowledge of the subject matter to be taught, including familiarization with handout materials
Ability to present curriculum developed by the Association and commitment to remain faithful to the program content
A period of co-presentation with another presenter may be required prior to utilization of a presenter for a particular course
Commitment to continuing education
Training A course is provided, which includes pre-work, orientation to the Association, observation of the program(s) presented, and the opportunity for structured practice with feedback. New presenters are observed and given constructive feedback. Based on the volunteers’ needs and the resources of the chapter, new presenters may also begin by co-presenting with a mentor. If a volunteer has not presented for an extended time, Chapter staff will assess if the volunteer should attend a refresher training to ensure curriculum familiarity. Agency: Alzheimer's Association The job of the Education Program Volunteer Presenter is to deliver community education programs developed by the Alzheimer’s Association, using scripted curricula, PowerPoint presentations and other prepared training materials provided by the Association. All topics are related to Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias as well as the information that affected individuals and families need. Presenters are expected to: Successfully complete the Volunteer Presenter Training course, as well as individual preparation for each presentation
Make themselves available to provide not less than six presentations per year based upon chapter need
Arrive on time and present all programs for which they volunteer
Complete all required program records and return them to the chapter program office within one week of the program
Provide feedback to the chapter concerning any questions or suggestions to promote communication and continuous process improvement
Refer attendees to the resources and programs of the Alzheimer’s Association as appropriate
Act at all times as a trusted representative of the Alzheimer’s Association
Education programs may be held at Association offices or at another venue as determined by the needs of the chapter and participants.
Required Skills In order to fulfill the demands of the role, prospective education program presenters are required to have: Effective presentation skills and a strong knowledge of the subject matter to be taught, including familiarization with handout materials
Ability to present curriculum developed by the Association and commitment to remain faithful to the program content
A period of co-presentation with another presenter may be required prior to utilization of a presenter for a particular course
Commitment to continuing education
Training A course is provided, which includes pre-work, orientation to the Association, observation of the program(s) presented, and the opportunity for structured practice with feedback. New presenters are observed and given constructive feedback. Based on the volunteers’ needs and the resources of the chapter, new presenters may also begin by co-presenting with a mentor. If a volunteer has not presented for an extended time, Chapter staff will assess if the volunteer should attend a refresher training to ensure curriculum familiarity. Agency: Alzheimer's Association Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 52240 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Care Giver Support Group FacilitatorSummary: Right now, millions of Americans face the devastation of Alzheimer’s. This disease is robbing us of our families, our futures and our finances. At the Alzheimer’s Association, our network of more than 75 chapters is working relentlessly to advance world-class research, ensure access to gold-standard care and support, and engage mission-driven volunteers who make it happen. Support Group Facilitators create a safe, open environment where people share their feelings, thoughts and experiences in a combined effort to better cope with and manage the shared problems of dementia. The goal of Alzheimer's Association support groups is to provide emotional, social and/or educational support to group members. As facilitators, individuals may be responsible for general caregiver, adult children, spouse, gender-specific or language-specific groups. Key Activities: Follow expectations and recommendations of the Caregiver Support Group Facilitator Manual, including participation in initial & ongoing training and submission of all required documentation to Chapter. Set up, arrange and prepare the room before and after each group. Coordinate any speakers/presenters with local chapter staff. Encourage participants to provide assistance and emotional support to one another. Present pertinent Association materials and information to group members. Connect members of the community with additional Association services by proactively making referrals to Alzheimer's Association programs & free 24/7 Helpline.Qualifications: Ability to be empathic and separate personal needs from group needs. Strong listening and effective communication skills. Ability to redirect and facilitate discussion as well as fulfill the duties and responsibilities as described in the Facilitator Agreement. Ability to create and maintain a safe environment where participants’ thoughts and feelings are valued and group members are treated with fairness, equity and respect. Commitment to promote the mission and services of the Association and willingness to act as an extension of the Association. Experience with dementia as a family member or health care professional preferred.Commitment Expected: Support Group Facilitators commit to a 1-year term delivering a monthly group. Terms are renewable upon successful completion of annual goal-setting conversation with your staff partner. Orientation includes: online general volunteer orientation (1 hour) + program volunteer orientation (1 hour) + self-study or in-person role training with staff partner (~4 hours). Support Group facilitators must observe 1 group in the community led by a staff or mentor plus review facilitation skills with a staff partner prior to deployment in the community. Background checks are required as part of the volunteer selection process. Comply with Alzheimer’s Association volunteer policies and procedures. Participate in initial training and ongoing education about Alzheimer’s, dementia and the Alzheimer's Association.
Benefits to the Volunteer: Perfect your active listening and group management technique. Serve your local community and people you care about. Increase your knowledge of Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias. Be recognized in your community as a leader and resource for Alzheimer’s disease and dementia. Build your resume and skill set. Join a network of other volunteers, Alzheimer's Association staff and professionals and caregivers in the aging field.Reporting & Support Provided: Support Group Facilitators volunteers work with local staff partners.Alzheimer's Association will provide training, information and electronic or printed materials in both English and Spanish to assist in your efforts. Agency: Alzheimer's Association Summary: Right now, millions of Americans face the devastation of Alzheimer’s. This disease is robbing us of our families, our futures and our finances. At the Alzheimer’s Association, our network of more than 75 chapters is working relentlessly to advance world-class research, ensure access to gold-standard care and support, and engage mission-driven volunteers who make it happen. Support Group Facilitators create a safe, open environment where people share their feelings, thoughts and experiences in a combined effort to better cope with and manage the shared problems of dementia. The goal of Alzheimer's Association support groups is to provide emotional, social and/or educational support to group members. As facilitators, individuals may be responsible for general caregiver, adult children, spouse, gender-specific or language-specific groups. Key Activities: Follow expectations and recommendations of the Caregiver Support Group Facilitator Manual, including participation in initial & ongoing training and submission of all required documentation to Chapter. Set up, arrange and prepare the room before and after each group. Coordinate any speakers/presenters with local chapter staff. Encourage participants to provide assistance and emotional support to one another. Present pertinent Association materials and information to group members. Connect members of the community with additional Association services by proactively making referrals to Alzheimer's Association programs & free 24/7 Helpline.Qualifications: Ability to be empathic and separate personal needs from group needs. Strong listening and effective communication skills. Ability to redirect and facilitate discussion as well as fulfill the duties and responsibilities as described in the Facilitator Agreement. Ability to create and maintain a safe environment where participants’ thoughts and feelings are valued and group members are treated with fairness, equity and respect. Commitment to promote the mission and services of the Association and willingness to act as an extension of the Association. Experience with dementia as a family member or health care professional preferred.Commitment Expected: Support Group Facilitators commit to a 1-year term delivering a monthly group. Terms are renewable upon successful completion of annual goal-setting conversation with your staff partner. Orientation includes: online general volunteer orientation (1 hour) + program volunteer orientation (1 hour) + self-study or in-person role training with staff partner (~4 hours). Support Group facilitators must observe 1 group in the community led by a staff or mentor plus review facilitation skills with a staff partner prior to deployment in the community. Background checks are required as part of the volunteer selection process. Comply with Alzheimer’s Association volunteer policies and procedures. Participate in initial training and ongoing education about Alzheimer’s, dementia and the Alzheimer's Association.
Benefits to the Volunteer: Perfect your active listening and group management technique. Serve your local community and people you care about. Increase your knowledge of Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias. Be recognized in your community as a leader and resource for Alzheimer’s disease and dementia. Build your resume and skill set. Join a network of other volunteers, Alzheimer's Association staff and professionals and caregivers in the aging field.Reporting & Support Provided: Support Group Facilitators volunteers work with local staff partners.Alzheimer's Association will provide training, information and electronic or printed materials in both English and Spanish to assist in your efforts. Agency: Alzheimer's Association Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 52240 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Health Fair VolunteersPositively represent the Alzheimer's Association at Health and Wellness fairs and community events to distribute materials, educate the community about programs and services and recruit volunteers Agency: Alzheimer's Association Positively represent the Alzheimer's Association at Health and Wellness fairs and community events to distribute materials, educate the community about programs and services and recruit volunteers Agency: Alzheimer's Association Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 52240 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Walk to End Alzheimer's Event Team - Iowa (multiple opportunities available)Lend your talents to help organize the Alzheimer's Association signature event. The Walk Planning Team meets once a month and coordinates the efforts of team members identifying sponsorships, team recruitment/ retention, marketing logistics and more. Agency: Alzheimer's Association Lend your talents to help organize the Alzheimer's Association signature event. The Walk Planning Team meets once a month and coordinates the efforts of team members identifying sponsorships, team recruitment/ retention, marketing logistics and more. Agency: Alzheimer's Association Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 52240 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: The Longest Day Event Team - IA (multiple opportunities available)The Alzheimer's Association is building an Event Team to work with Chapter staff to increase awareness of community fundraising events on or before The Longest Day of the year, June 21, 2019. Team members will assist with marketing The Longest Day to the community as they recruit and register participants from clubs, businesses and organizations to create various activities they like to do such as running, golfing, cooking etc. and turn it into a fundraiser to fight Alzheimer's. Agency: Alzheimer's Association The Alzheimer's Association is building an Event Team to work with Chapter staff to increase awareness of community fundraising events on or before The Longest Day of the year, June 21, 2019. Team members will assist with marketing The Longest Day to the community as they recruit and register participants from clubs, businesses and organizations to create various activities they like to do such as running, golfing, cooking etc. and turn it into a fundraiser to fight Alzheimer's. Agency: Alzheimer's Association Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Is Ongoing Zip Code: 52240 Allow Groups: No |