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Description:

CNIB is seeking compassionate and engaging volunteers to facilitate peer support groups for individuals who are living with sight loss. These groups provide a welcoming space for participants to connect with others, share experiences, exchange resources, and build supportive relationships within their communities.

Responsibilities:

- Foster a safe, welcoming, and respectful environment for all participants.
- Guide conversations and help maintain positive group dynamics.
- Collaborate with CNIB staff and co-facilitators.

We currently have facilitator opportunities available in the following locations:

- Virtual Group (facilitated online)
- Spruce Grove
- Sherwood Park


Qualifications:

- Comfortable dealing with strong emotions in a group setting.
- Work well with individuals of all ages and backgrounds.
- Friendly and empathetic.
- Prior group facilitation experience is an asset.
- Minimum 18 years old.


Training:

General orientation and facilitator training (either group or one-on-one).


Benefits:

- Making a difference as a part of a dedicated and passionate staff/volunteer team working to further CNIB’s mission: supporting individuals in different stages of their sight loss.
- Developing and using skills and experience in group facilitation and leadership.
- Confirmation of hours upon request, reference after 3 months’ successful participation as a volunteer




Duration: Ongoing
Faculty: Arts Campus Saint-Jean Education Native Studies Science
Location: Edmonton Outside Edmonton

Contact:

Name: Alyssa Smith
Phone: 5877107415
Email: alyssa.smith@cnib.ca

Location:

10111 112 Street
Edmonton , Alberta
T5K 1M1

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