Volunteers/Student Placements

Working alongside Community Living Mississauga employees, volunteers will support teens who have an intellectual disability to fully participate in various activities throughout the Mississauga Community to enjoy all the summer has to offer youth.

Position Requirements

• Volunteers must be a minimum of 15 years of age to a maximum of 25
• Volunteers will commit to volunteer for at least one week (Monday – Friday, 8:30 am – 4:30 pm) for up to eight weeks.
• Under the supervision of Community Living Mississauga employees, the volunteer will be an encouraging friend, supporter and role model to youth aged 13 – 21 while they take part in recreational activities throughout the Mississauga community
• Volunteers will complete Community Living Mississauga’s Orientation and Training and agree to follow the Volunteer Policies and Procedures

Position Benefits

• Make an impact in your community by promoting inclusion for youth who have an intellectual disability
• An opportunity to improve a person’s quality of life
• Gain new skills
• Enhance your resume
• Develop strong references

Volunteer Qualifications

• A friendly, empathetic person interested in improving the quality of life of someone who has an intellectual disability
• An ability to motivate and encourage
• Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work with minimum supervision in a team setting
• Has knowledge of, or sensitivity to, the needs and challenges of people who have an intellectual disability
• Can volunteer a minimum of one week (Monday – Friday) from 8:30 am – 4:30 pm

Orientation and Training

• Must attend a 2-hour Orientation and Training Session

Volunteer Application Process

• Apply online at https://www.clmiss.ca/volunteer/ (see Volunteer Application at the bottom of the webpage)
• Attend virtual interview
• Provide three personal references
• Sign a Volunteer Agreement
• Provide Proof of Double Vaccination against COVID-19
• If over 18, provide a clear Vulnerable Sector Check
• Attend Orientation and Training

Position Goals:

Working alongside Community Living Mississauga support staff at the University of Toronto, Mississauga Campus, volunteers will support young adults who have an intellectual disability to participate in activities on Campus that meet their personal goals and experience various aspects of university life.

Description:

Community on Campus is a partnership program between Community Living Mississauga and the University of Toronto – Mississauga. Community on Campus is designed to provide an opportunity for young adults who have an intellectual disability to participate in activities of their choice on Campus. These activities could include but are not limited to auditing classes, enhancing literacy skills, volunteering, increasing physical fitness, socializing with friends, joining clubs, and developing computer skills. Individualized schedules are created based on the goals of each participant.

Benefits:

• Make an impact in your community by promoting inclusion for people who have an intellectual disability.
• Develop leadership skills
• Develop mentoring skills
• Improve communication skills
• Volunteering allows you to use your gifts, skills, and knowledge to support others.
• Enhance your resume
• Volunteer Manager will provide references upon completion of an agreed-upon volunteer commitment
• Volunteering helps you expand your social network.

Requirements:

• Must be a student at the University of Toronto at Mississauga (UTM)
• Virtual interview with the Manager of Volunteer Services
• Three references
• Vulnerable Sector Police Check
• Proof of double vaccination against COVID-19
• Orientation and Training
• Willing to volunteer a minimum of one hour a month/week for at least one semester (or 12 weeks)

Volunteer Qualifications:

• A friendly, empathetic person with interest in improving the quality of life for young adults who have an intellectual disability
• An appreciation of inclusion for all
• Ability to motivate and encourage
• Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills
• Has knowledge of, or sensitivity to, the needs and challenges of people who have an intellectual disability

Position Goals:

Spend 12 weeks with purpose by meaningfully improving the quality of life of an adult who has an intellectual disability. The position’s goals are to reduce social isolation, explore new interests, and improve the quality of life of a person with an intellectual disability.

Description:

• Once a week from February to April, on a mutually agreeable day (and time), volunteers will meet with a pre-assigned person to enjoy an activity of mutual interest to both parties for 12 weeks.
• Meetings are expected to last 1 – 2 hours and may take place on weekdays, weeknights, or weekends.
• Volunteers will be introduced to their respective ‘matches’ before the start of the 12-week engagement
• Some things you can anticipate doing with your match include going out for coffee, bowling, watching a movie, going for a walk in the park, attending a special event in Mississauga, etc.
• Volunteers will be provided with ongoing support from Community Living Mississauga employees when needed

Benefits:

• Make an impact in your community by promoting inclusion and reducing social isolation for people who have an intellectual disability
• An opportunity to improve a person’s quality of life while enjoying the company of someone who shares your mutual interest
• Gain new skills (or expand existing skills/experience)!
• Enhance your resume
• Volunteer Manager will provide references upon completion of an agreed-upon volunteer commitment (minimum 12 weeks)

 Requirements:

• Minimum Age – 18
• A commitment of 12 weeks (February – April/May)

• Virtual interview with the Manager of Volunteer Services
• Three references
• Vulnerable Sector Police Check
• Proof of double vaccination against COVID-19
• Free Orientation and Training (you will be given all the information you will need to make this a successful volunteer experience)