The Alzheimer's Association Hawaii Chapter on Maui County is currently looking for volunteer support in care and support for caregivers providing care for someone living with Alzheimer's disease or a related dementia.
We are looking for a compassionate, good listener, who wants to make a difference in our community. The Alzheimer’s Association Support Group Facilitator will host monthly caregiver support groups to provide emotional, social and/or educational support to group members.
Facilitators should be:
- Experienced with dementia as a family member or healthcare professional preferred.
- Have the ability to be empathetic and separate personal needs from group needs.
- Have strong and effective listening and communication skills.
- Able to redirect and facilitate discussion
- Able to create and maintain an environment where participants’ thoughts and feelings are valued and members are treated with fairness, equity and respect.
Facilitator Responsibilities:
- Facilitate 12 support group sessions (1 per month) for a small group of caregivers. These are currently held virtually on zoom with plans to move in-person when safe for all.
- Provide a safe, confidential space and engaging space for group members and have knowledge of local resources for support.
- Connect people with additional Association services and volunteer opportunities by proactively making referrals to Alzheimer's Association programs & free 24/7 Helpline.
The Association is seeking volunteer candidates with:
- Demonstrated success with health education using excellent communication, presentation and adult education skills.
- Comfort with computers and familiarity with email
- Ability to network, and collaborate with staff, volunteers, and community partners.
- Passionate about the Alzheimer’s Association mission with personal or professional experience with dementia preferred.
- Must be age 21 to apply. Background checks and completion of training materials are required
Over 65,000 people in our state of Hawaii are family caregivers, their stories are inspiring and moving. Join us in the fight against Alzheimer's disease by lifting up our everyday heroes who are facing the disease in the front lines at home.
