Public Education Presenters
(Osteoporosis Canada, Niagara Chapter)
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Position ID: 3473 Last Modified: 22 Jan 2013 Last Full Update: 22 Jan 2013
Opportunity Details
ContactPhyllis Krekorian, Chair, Osteoporosis Canada - Niagara Chapter; Phone: 905-227-9646; Fax: 905-227-8291; Email: niagara@osteoporosis.ca
More Info Linkwww.osteoporosis.ca
DutiesAttend a health knowledge training session, either in person or by Webinar. Maximum of one day. 
 
Attend displays at major health fairs, answering general questions from attendees. 
 
Present to small groups such as service clubs, senior centres information about prevention and treatment of osteoporosis. 
 
Assist with various chapter activities that aim to increase awareness of osteoporosis, that will include meeting one-on-one at the chapter office to increase public awareness of osteoporosis issues. 
 
Assist with once a year fund raising activity.
BenefitsOpportunity to learn about osteoporosis in depth.
ClientsPeople affected by, and at risk for, osteoporosis. General public.
Dates and TimesDates will vary. Public presentations may be evening, or may be daytime. Less activity during summer months.
SeasonsYear Round
LocationNiagara Region
AccessibilityVarious locales, so varied accessibility
Minimum Age18 year(s) and up
Minimum Hours3 / Month
Commitment LengthLong Term ; Ideally two years. 
TrainingOrientation ; Training on the job ; Health Knowledge Training, ongoing education as new studies and reports are available, ongoing support available.
TransportationMust have own transportation.
Interaction LevelOne-on-one ; Small Group ; Large Group
Start DateOn or after 22 Jan 2013
CostNone
Police CheckNot Required
CategoriesAdvocacy ; Outreach/education ; Public relations/Marketing ; Speaking engagements
Skills/ExperienceMust be outgoing and able to speak comfortably to large or small groups.  
Have a clear and articulate speaking voice. 
 
Should have an interest in osteoporosis and enjoy learning about new studies and treatment options.Should enjoy sharing information with individuals and larger groups. 
 
We have a need for one or two individuals who are fluent in French to help us reach the significant francophone population in Niagara. Full bilingual ability in both English and French would be an asset. Consideration will also be given to bilingualism in English and any other language. 
 
Ability to read and speak English.
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Organization NameOsteoporosis Canada, Niagara Chapter
Address & Map36 Page St, Unit 406
St Catharines, ON L2R 4A7
 
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Office Phone905-227-9646
Toll Free PhoneInformation Lines English 1-800-463-6842 * French 1-877-977-1778
Websitewww.osteoporosis.ca