Support Group Facilitator

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About:

Respite Care Atlanta (RCA) is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization that serves caregivers and their loved ones experiencing cognitive impairment such as Alzheimer’s Disease, Parkinson’s Disease, and other dementia types.

RCA is currently seeking a Volunteer Support Group Facilitator to lead a virtual support group for adult children who are taking care of a parent(s). This group meets biweekly, currently on Thursday from 5:30-6:30. Scheduling can be flexible.

Qualifications:

• Experience with dementia as a family member or health care professional preferred
• Experience working with ZOOM webcam software
• Ability to be empathic and separate personal needs from group needs
• Strong listening skills 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 RCA

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Follow expectations and recommendations of the Caregiver Support Group Facilitator Manual, including participation in initial & ongoing training, record keeping, and regular meetings with RCA staff
• Email participants of upcoming meetings
• Initiate and facilitate virtual group discussions biweekly, while encouraging participants to provide assistance and emotional support to one another

Time Commitment:

• A commitment of at least 1 year is expected.

if you are interested in this volunteer opportunity, please contact Kassie Roth, Programs and Community Outreach Director, at kroth@spdl.org or 404.591.4363.