Help increase self-confidence, independence and improve quality of life of adults living with aphasia and acquired communication disabilities due to stroke, brain injury or illness.

The Communications Program Facilitator Volunteer helps clients in a group setting, by learning and applying supportive communication techniques. With guidance and support from Speech-Language Pathologists and Communicative Disorders Assistants, the volunteer provides clients with opportunities to engage in conversation and increase life participation. Tasks and Responsibilities: -Assist staff and clients during client arrival/departure, program set-up/clean-up and breaks -Use a variety of supportive communication strategies to encourage client participation -Participate in program pre and post meetings with staff and volunteers -Prepare and/or bring in materials and resources for the communication groups -Report any absences to staff in a timely manner -Record and report weekly volunteer hours -Adhere to all MODC policies, procedures and guidelines Current Location Openings: Peterborough - Thursdays 1:30 - 4:00 PM Length of Term: Ongoing, minimum 6 months commitment Time Commitment: 3 hours per week Qualifications and Experience: -Must be 18 years of age or older -Able to take initiative -Able to take verbal and/or written direction and follow through to complete assigned tasks -Able to travel to a program site on the same day and time every week -Strong interpersonal and communication skills -Reliable, collaborative, empathetic and patient -Prior volunteer experience an asset