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Project OMEGA - Buangkok Green [YCDT-S]


Project OMEGA - Buangkok Green [YCDT-S]
By Youth Corps Singapore

ABOUT

  • Are you looking to make a difference in your community? Does promoting the wellbeing of seniors through art and mindfulness sound meaningful to you? If so, we invite you to join our team for Project OMEGA (Oasis of Meaning for Empowerment in Golden Age)!

    Project OMEGA has 2 available roles:

    • Volunteer Befriender (VB)

    • Volunteer Coordinator (VC)

       

    As a Volunteer Befriender, you'll be guiding seniors through Nagomi art sessions and mindfulness-based activities. New to Nagomi art or mindfulness? Fret not! Our experienced trainers will be there with you every step of the way! 

    As a Volunteer Coordinator, you'll have the opportunity to support in the execution of the sessions, manage the volunteer befrienders, and develop your leadership skills! You'll also be given adequate support in your journey as a VC!

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    Our programme is designed to be fun-filled and engaging, so you'll be having a great time creating a meaningful experience for our seniors. Plus, you'll gain valuable experience working with seniors and honing your communication and facilitation skills. You'll also have the opportunity to network with other youths who share your passion in this programme.


    Volunteer for as many sessions as you'd like! Just one, or even better, all 6 sessions for a truly meaningful experience! Do note that you have to attend the compulsory Orientation & Training Session to be able to volunteer for the programme.


    The dates for this programme are on Saturdays:

    • 23 September 2023
    • 14 October 2023
    • 21 October 2023
    • 28 October 2023
    • 4 November 2023
    • 11 November 2023
    • 18 November 2023


    Apply now to be a part of Project OMEGA make a difference in your community!

    Please also refer to the contact details below if you have any enquires.

    This opportunity is brought to you by the Youth Corps Development Team (SHINE).

     

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Volunteer Befriender

As a Volunteer Befriender for OMEGA, your main role is to befriend and support the seniors through the Nagomi Art and Mindfulness activities, and engaging them in meaningful conversations.

Depending on the numbers, you might be assigned on a 1:1 ratio, or a 2-3 volunteers to a group of 4-5 seniors.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Guide and assist seniors through the sessions.
  • Befriend seniors.

 

The dates for the programme are as follows:

1. Orientation & Training (O&T) [Shift 1]
Date: 23 September 2023 (Saturday)
Time: 2pm - 4pm 
Location: SHINE Children & Youth Services, 463 Hougang Ave 10 #01-964 Singapore 530463
Note: O&T is compulsory and must be attended to volunteer for the other sessions.

2. Session 1 [Shift 2]
Date: 14 October 2023 (Saturday)
Time: 2pm - 4pm
Location: 10 Buangkok Green, Singapore 539753

3. Session 2 [Shift 3]
Date: 21 October 2023 (Saturday)
Time: 2pm - 4pm
Location: 10 Buangkok Green, Singapore 539753

4. Session 3 [Shift 4]
Date: 28 October 2023 (Saturday)
Time: 2pm - 4pm
Location: 10 Buangkok Green, Singapore 539753

5. Session 4 [Shift 5]
Date: 4 November 2023 (Saturday)
Time: 2pm - 4pm
Location: 10 Buangkok Green, Singapore 539753

6. Session 5 [Shift 6]
Date: 11 November 2023 (Saturday)
Time: 2pm - 4pm
Location: 10 Buangkok Green, Singapore 539753

7. Session 6 [Shift 7]
Date: 18 November 2023 (Saturday)
Time: 2pm - 4pm
Location: 10 Buangkok Green, Singapore 539753

Requirements

  • Age Range: 15 to 35 years old

Skills

Befriending

Shifts

Date Time Location Registration open on Registration close on Available Slots Registration Status
Compulsory 23/09/2023 02:00 PM– 04:00 PM 463 Hougang Avenue 10 #01-964 SHINE Children and Youth Services Singapore 530463, 14/06/2023 12:00 AM 23/09/2023 12:00 AM 4
14/10/2023 01:30 PM– 04:30 PM 10 Buangkok Green Jenaris Home @ Pelangi Village Singapore 539753, 14/06/2023 12:00 AM 23/09/2023 12:00 AM 5
21/10/2023 01:30 PM– 04:30 PM 10 Buangkok Green Jenaris Home @ Pelangi Village Singapore 539753, 14/06/2023 12:00 AM 23/09/2023 12:00 AM 2
28/10/2023 01:30 PM– 04:30 PM 10 Buangkok Green Jenaris Home @ Pelangi Village Singapore 539753, 14/06/2023 12:00 AM 23/09/2023 12:00 AM 0
04/11/2023 01:30 PM– 04:30 PM 10 Buangkok Green Jenaris Home @ Pelangi Village Singapore 539753, 14/06/2023 12:00 AM 23/09/2023 12:00 AM 0
11/11/2023 01:30 PM– 04:30 PM 10 Buangkok Green Jenaris Home @ Pelangi Village Singapore 539753, 14/06/2023 12:00 AM 23/09/2023 12:00 AM 0
18/11/2023 01:30 PM– 04:30 PM 10 Buangkok Green Jenaris Home @ Pelangi Village Singapore 539753, 14/06/2023 12:00 AM 23/09/2023 12:00 AM 0

Volunteer Coordinator

As a Volunteer Coordinator for OMEGA, your main role is to conduct the sessions and support the volunteers in their befriending journey. You'll have the chance to hone your leadership and interpersonal skills in this role!

Note: Volunteer Coordinators are expected to commit to at least 3 sessions (excluding O&T).


Key Responsibilities:

  • Conduct OMEGA sessions (training will be provided)
  • Provide support for the befrienders where needed
  • To conduct debriefs after each session to ensure Befrienders' concerns and feedback are heard

 

 

The dates for the programme are as follows:

1. Orientation & Training (O&T) [Shift 1]
Date: 23 September 2023 (Saturday)
Time: 2pm - 4pm 
Location: SHINE Children & Youth Services, 463 Hougang Ave 10 #01-964 Singapore 530463
Note: O&T is compulsory and must be attended to volunteer for the other sessions.

2. Session 1 [Shift 2]
Date: 14 October 2023 (Saturday)
Time: 2pm - 4pm
Location: 10 Buangkok Green, Singapore 539753

3. Session 2 [Shift 3]
Date: 21 October 2023 (Saturday)
Time: 2pm - 4pm
Location: 10 Buangkok Green, Singapore 539753

4. Session 3 [Shift 4]
Date: 28 October 2023 (Saturday)
Time: 2pm - 4pm
Location: 10 Buangkok Green, Singapore 539753

5. Session 4 [Shift 5]
Date: 4 November 2023 (Saturday)
Time: 2pm - 4pm
Location: 10 Buangkok Green, Singapore 539753

6. Session 5 [Shift 6]
Date: 11 November 2023 (Saturday)
Time: 2pm - 4pm
Location: 10 Buangkok Green, Singapore 539753

7. Session 6 [Shift 7]
Date: 18 November 2023 (Saturday)
Time: 2pm - 4pm
Location: 10 Buangkok Green, Singapore 539753

 

Requirements

  • Age Range: 15 to 35 years old

Skills

Befriending
Facilitation
Volunteer Management

Shifts

Date Time Location Registration open on Registration close on Available Slots Registration Status
Compulsory 23/09/2023 02:00 PM– 04:00 PM 463 Hougang Avenue 10 #01-964 SHINE Children and Youth Services Singapore 530463, 16/06/2023 12:00 AM 23/09/2023 12:00 AM 0
14/10/2023 01:30 PM– 02:30 PM 10 Buangkok Green Jenaris Home @ Pelangi Village Singapore 539753, 16/06/2023 12:00 AM 23/09/2023 12:00 AM 0
21/10/2023 01:30 PM– 02:30 PM 10 Buangkok Green Jenaris Home @ Pelangi Village Singapore 539753, 16/06/2023 12:00 AM 23/09/2023 12:00 AM 0
28/10/2023 01:30 PM– 02:30 PM 10 Buangkok Green Jenaris Home @ Pelangi Village Singapore 539753, 16/06/2023 12:00 AM 23/09/2023 12:00 AM 0
04/11/2023 01:30 PM– 02:30 PM 10 Buangkok Green Jenaris Home @ Pelangi Village Singapore 539753, 16/06/2023 12:00 AM 23/09/2023 12:00 AM 0
11/11/2023 01:30 PM– 02:30 PM 10 Buangkok Green Jenaris Home @ Pelangi Village Singapore 539753, 16/06/2023 12:00 AM 23/09/2023 12:00 AM 0
18/11/2023 01:30 PM– 02:30 PM 10 Buangkok Green Jenaris Home @ Pelangi Village Singapore 539753, 16/06/2023 12:00 AM 23/09/2023 12:00 AM 0

ABOUT

  • Are you looking to make a difference in your community? Does promoting the wellbeing of seniors through art and mindfulness sound meaningful to you? If so, we invite you to join our team for Project OMEGA (Oasis of Meaning for Empowerment in Golden Age)!

    Project OMEGA has 2 available roles:

    • Volunteer Befriender (VB)

    • Volunteer Coordinator (VC)

       

    As a Volunteer Befriender, you'll be guiding seniors through Nagomi art sessions and mindfulness-based activities. New to Nagomi art or mindfulness? Fret not! Our experienced trainers will be there with you every step of the way! 

    As a Volunteer Coordinator, you'll have the opportunity to support in the execution of the sessions, manage the volunteer befrienders, and develop your leadership skills! You'll also be given adequate support in your journey as a VC!

    ---

    Our programme is designed to be fun-filled and engaging, so you'll be having a great time creating a meaningful experience for our seniors. Plus, you'll gain valuable experience working with seniors and honing your communication and facilitation skills. You'll also have the opportunity to network with other youths who share your passion in this programme.


    Volunteer for as many sessions as you'd like! Just one, or even better, all 6 sessions for a truly meaningful experience! Do note that you have to attend the compulsory Orientation & Training Session to be able to volunteer for the programme.


    The dates for this programme are on Saturdays:

    • 23 September 2023
    • 14 October 2023
    • 21 October 2023
    • 28 October 2023
    • 4 November 2023
    • 11 November 2023
    • 18 November 2023


    Apply now to be a part of Project OMEGA make a difference in your community!

    Please also refer to the contact details below if you have any enquires.

    This opportunity is brought to you by the Youth Corps Development Team (SHINE).

     

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