Minds in Motion Assistant | Port Moody | Weekly on Tuesdays 1:30-3:30 PM

Minds in Motion® is a fitness and social program for people with early symptoms of dementia to enjoy with a friend or family member. A 45-60-minute gentle fitness program is followed by an hour of socializing and activities designed to stimulate thinking, play, laughter and connection.  

*Please note you must be 16 years or older to volunteer for this role. 

Language spoken in program: Cantonese/Mandarin

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Assist with set-up and clean-up of refreshments, games and activities. 
- Assist participants during the fitness program, when needed. 
- Assist with social interaction by ensuring everyone is included, has an enjoyable experience, and is able to participate in activities and socializing. 
- Spend 1 to 1 time with participants who need extra support, when needed. 


REQUIREMENTS: 
- Enjoy being with people and is comfortable facilitating social interactions. 
- Patient, friendly and comfortable in a judgement-free, inclusive environment. 
- Is sensitive to boundaries in working with vulnerable adults. 
- Willingness to learn more about dementia and how to support people living with early symptoms of dementia. 
- Is physically able to participate in the fitness part of the program. 
- Ability to assist with distribution of exercise equipment, which may involve lifting light weights. 
- Experience working with older adults and/or people with dementia is an asset. 
References and criminal record check required. 

TRAINING PROVIDED: An orientation to the Alzheimer Society of B.C., foundational learning about dementia and onsite training, supervision as well as on-going mentorship opportunities.   

COMMITMENT: Minimum 6 month commitment (3 to 4 hours per week). 

SUPERVISOR | Staff email address: aramdas@alzheimerbc.org

TO APPLY: copy and paste our recruitment site at https://alzheimerbc.rosterfy.com/register to make an account and apply directly, this will save time in the process.