ACT Volunteer Role Description

Computer Trainer

(Recruiting)




Programme


Employment Services

Supervisor


Employment Consultant

ACT's
Mission Statement


The AIDS Committee of Toronto (ACT) develops and delivers innovative programs and services that promote the dignity, health and well-being of individuals and communities living with, affected by and at risk for HIV/AIDS..




Purpose


To facilitate computer training to EA clients who have no (or high risk) funding available for their training in computer skills to be job competitive.
- To assist in the development/assessment of new computer training required, based on clients identified needs. .


Benefits


Working with EA staff and other volunteer trainers. Opportunities to participate in the development/assessment of computer training initiatives for PHA's returning to work.

Time Commitment


6 hours per week
for 3 consecutive weeks every 3 months
Details:
(preference for volunteers to renew their comittment for another 3 months to 1 year to allow program continuity.
classes are usually for 6 weeks but some volunteers can work any combination of days/evenings.

Duties


The Volunteer will:
Keep the employment consultant informed of availabilty to facilitate training.
Carry out the tasks involved of starting up new training, which includes preparation of course criteria/outlines (together with staff) to ensure goal is achieved and to report any client problems if they occur as well as administer final class evaluation.
To use a professional style/approach/facilitation to ensure clients maximize their learnings and can transfer this skill to the workplace.
Participate in quarterly meetings of all volunteer trainers, to problem solve issues/improvments to the program. Approx. 2 hours per quarter.
Award certificates to clients registered for training that have successfully completed the course.
Relay/inform EA Consultant of client issues/concerns that arise about the program is general.

Personal Qualities
and Skills


Required Qualities & Skills:
Possess sufficient personal rersource/support system to successfully engage in the challenges associated with direct service to EA clients.
Experience in teaching computer skills in MS Office (all levels preferred but not essential)
Knowledge of psychosocial issues related to HIV/AIDS.

Training
Requirements


Volunteer Core Skills Training, On-the-job Training with Supervisor and/or other Volunteers



For more information about or to apply for this role, contact:
Program Volunteer Resources Manager
AIDS Committee of Toronto
399 Church Street, 4th floor
Toronto, M5B 2J6

phone: (416) 340-2437