| About the Position | |
| Position #: | 18880 |
| Organization | Community Support Connections - Meals on Wheels and More |
| Position: | Gentle Exercise Group Instructor (WALC) |
| Location: | Classes are delivered throughout Waterloo Region |
| Impact Statement: |
Regular exercise provides a myriad of benefits including, enhances and maintain functional ability and mobility, while decreasing the risk of falls and other preventable injuries. Group exercise also alleviates feeling of loneliness and isolation. By sharing your time, you will be helping keep seniors and adults with disabilities active and engaged in their community, improving their quality of life. |
| Description: | Group instructors deliver a predetermined routine of exercises based on the SMART program structure learned in training. Weekly one classes are delivered at various community sites, Mon - Fri, during the daytime. Instructors choose appropriate music, set up room and exercise equipment, and clean and tide room at the end of each class, as required. Instructors also complete intake process with all volunteers, including health screening and waiver forms. |
| Training Details: |
All instructors are required to successfully complete 14 hours of in-class training and 10 hours of mentorship. First and CPR certification required. CSC will provide training, if needed. |
| Working Conditions: |
* Wear non-restrictive clothing and footwear that is comfortable and appropriate for exercise. (Sleeveless shirts i.e. tank tops and short shorts are not permitted). |
| Duration: | More than 1 year |
| Timing: | Weekday - Daytime |
| Time Detail: | Weekly one hour classes. Most classes are delivered during morning time. |
| Age: | 18+ |
| 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, Support Newcomers |
| Area(s) of Interest: | Boards/Committees, Health Care/Emergency, Senior Services |
| Skill(s): | Interpersonal Communication, Public Speaking/Presentation Skills, Verbal Communication |
| How to Apply | |
| Application Link: | |
| Application File: | |
| Website: | http://www.communitysupportconnections.org |
| Email: | Send an Email Message |
| Contact: | Desiree Smith |
| Phone: | 519-772-8787 Ext. 204 |
| Address: | 61 Woolwich Street North Breslau, N0B 1M0 |
Volunteer Action Centre
151 Frederick Street, Suite 500
Kitchener ON N2H 2M2
Phone: 519 742 8610
Fax: 519 742 0559
Monday - Thursday
9 am - 4 pm
Friday: 9 am - 12 pm
151 Frederick Street, Suite 500
Kitchener ON N2H 2M2
Phone: 519 742 8610
Fax: 519 742 0559
Monday - Thursday
9 am - 4 pm
Friday: 9 am - 12 pm
