Alzheimer's Association Support Group facilitators create a safe, open environment where people share their feelings, thoughts and experiences in a combined effort to better cope with and manage the shared problems of dementia. This support group will be meeting virtually for the time being.
Note: You'll be training to serve as a co-facilitator with an experienced facilitator for a group that meets regularly.
Qualifications:
· Ability to be empathetic and separate personal needs from group needs.
· Strong listening and effective communication skills.
· Ability to redirect and facilitate discussion as well as fulfill the duties and responsibilities as described in the Facilitator Agreement.
· Commitment to promote the mission and services of the Association and willingness to act as an extension of the Association.
· Experience with dementia as a family member or health care professional preferred but not mandatory.
Commitment Expected:
· Support Group Facilitators commit to a 1-year term meeting monthly.
· Orientation includes: online general volunteer orientation (1 hour) + program volunteer orientation (1 hour) + self-study or in-person role training with staff partner (~4 hours). Background checks are required as part of the volunteer selection process.
