| About the Position | |
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| Position # | 4811 |
| Organization | Guelph Community Health Centre, Guelph - Downtown Location, Healthy Living |
| Position | WE Breastfeed & Chestfeed Program Peer Support Volunteer - SDG Good Health & Wellbeing |
| Location | Online Program |
| Impact Statement | Parents are supported with breast & chestfeeding. |
| Description |
WE Breastfeed & Chestfeed supports parents feeding human milk in any way, in any amount. Parents can receive support via weekly drop-in Breastfeeding & Chestfeeding Cafes. Cafes are a great place for parents to socialize with other breastfeeding / chestfeeding families and get support with challenges. Become trained to offer support and lead group sessions providing feeding & parenting support to other parents. IMPORTANT Information: Volunteers in this role are required to have had breastfeeding or chestfeeding experience. Please consider joining this program as childcare support or in a health promotion role if you do not have breast or chest feeding experience. Guelph CHC acknowledges the importance of Peer-led work and offers 20 hours of training for this position but also ask for a minimum 6 month commitment. One of our strategic aims to build capacity in our community. Volunteers in this role must have a connection to Guelph. |
| Required Information | References Required |
| Training Details | Orientation - From Guelph CHC ; Training is provided ; Training is required - You must complete your provided training before beginning the role. ; Scheduled training ; Training on the job ; Training on-going - On-going training at volunteer meeting required |
| Minimum Duration | 7 - 12 months |
| Timing | Weekday - Daytime |
| Time Detail |
Tuesday: Morning 11:00 am - 12:30 pm There are many other outreach opportunities but Fridays are our main program time. |
| Age | 14+ |
| Ideal for | An Individual |
| Transportation | On a bus route |
| Area(s) of Interest | Caring Support, Children, Healthcare , Leadership/Management, Mental Health |
| How to Apply | |
| Website | http://www.guelphchc.ca |
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| Send an Email Message | |
| Contact | Shearin Fahandazh |
| Phone | (519) 821-6638 ext 326 |