Location
Ryde, NSW, Australia
Cerebral Palsy Alliance is a global centre of expertise for cerebral palsy and similar conditions. Join our community of volunteers to make a difference to the lives of people with cerebral palsy and similar conditions and grow your skills and experience as part of our alliance of great minds. Our shared values are Passionate, Respectful, Ethical, Curious and Courageous.
At Cerebral Palsy Alliance, we value diversity, foster an inclusive culture and champion equitable opportunities. We welcome interest from volunteers with a diverse range of backgrounds and lived experiences including people with disability, Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and the LGBTQIA+ community.
Volunteer opportunities include supporting our allied health therapy teams working with children and adults, supporting our Lifestyles, sports and accommodation clients, or gaining experience in our corporate services.
Details of the role:
Treasure Island CIMT is an intensive 9 day program for children with hemiplegia or monoplegia. CIMT, or Constraint Induced Movement Therapy leverages the latest research around neuroplasticity of the brain and is delivered in fun, play-based, pirate themed activities and games that are designed to engage and strengthen the child’s affected arm.
Benefits of Volunteering
1. Provides you with a sense of purpose, personal and professional growth
2. Make a positive contribution to the Cerebral Palsy community
3. Support you to make a career change, explore new experiences and make new social connections
4. Develop confidence and build new skills
5. Gain hands on experience working with children and adults with cerebral palsy and similar conditions
Dates & Times:
Dates: Tuesday 9th July 2024 - Friday 18th July 2024 (excluding weekends)
Times: 9:00am - 4:00pm
Tasks & Responsibilities:
6. Working with our therapy team you will assist our clients (aged 4-9) in achieving their goals.
7. Assist with set up and pack down each day.
8. Encourage our clients to complete the challenges set for them.
9. Join in CIMT activities and games.
Role requirements:
10. 16 years and above
11. NDIS Worker Screening
12. Working with Children Check (NSW)
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