Translator
(Multicultural Network of Niagara Falls)

Position ID: 2566 Last Modified: 21 Jan 2013 Last Full Update: 13 Jan 2011
Opportunity Details
ContactKenny Manhamo, Settlement Counselor; Phone: 905-356-2249; Fax: 905-356-9879; Email: info@mnnf.ca
More Info Linkwww.mnnf.ca
DutiesProvide translation for immigrants. Typical examples include translation of documents, assistance with completing forms and assistance during interviews. An exact time/duration cannot be specified; volunteers will be called when needed for assistance with a client. Volunteers will be placed on a "standby" contact list and will be notified whenever their services are needed.
BenefitsCommunity service credit, volunteer appreciation activities
ClientsLikely to be immigrants or children of immigrants, as they have 2 languages
Dates and TimesDays: Unspecified - varies; Times: Unspecified - varies
SeasonsYear Round
LocationUsually Social Assistance and Immigration
AccessibilityOur location (St Paul's Church) is not accessible; however, Immigration and Social Service offices are wheelchair accessible.
Minimum Age18 year(s) and up
Suitable for OSSDNo
Minimum Hours1
Commitment LengthMay be called more than once; for isolated cases.
TrainingOrientation ; Scheduled training ; We will review application forms and procedures with volunteer, so they will be familiar with process.
TransportationOn Bus Route
Interaction LevelOne-on-one
Start DateOn or after 17 Jan 2011
Police CheckNot Required
CategoriesGeneral Help (Multiculturalism) ; Specific Language Request
Skills/ExperienceMust be fluent in both English and the second language needed for translation, to the point that communication in either language would not be a problem. 
Additional RequirementsAlthough no police check, we will check background of volunteer. Application form, interview, references, confidentiality form signed.
Agency Details
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Organization NameMulticultural Network of Niagara Falls
Office Phone905-732-5337
Fax905-356-9879
E-Mailinfo@mnnf.ca
Websitewww.mnnf.ca