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INFORMATION WEEKLY ISSUE 157

For week ending Friday 1st February 2013

Looking for part time work, variety and challenge based in North Shore, as part of our wider team covering Auckland and Northland?

Being a Health and Disability Advocate means daily contact with members of the public, and health and disability service providers who you will educate on the Code of Health and Disability Services Consumers Rights and assist to resolve complaints about the quality of care provided. Our Ideal Candidate has:

A passion and empathy for people A strong sense of social justice for all Excellent phone skills and communication abilities Experience in complaint resolution Enjoys and has experience in delivering education Sound Computer skills The ability to work alone but as part of a wider team Strong links with the local community and Iwi A current drivers licence and your own car

What you get:

Fast paced and varied work A genuinely supportive work environment Room to grow and learn To be part of a great team 24 hours per week of satisfaction

If this sounds like the position for you then send your CV with the names of three referees (one must be your current manager) to adnet@xtra.co.nz. before 12 noon on Friday 15 February 2013. Position descriptions are available on request via email
Email: dgledhill@hdc.org.nz

Hi all, FYI and distribution: Deaf Awareness Course Auckland Deaf Society is hosting a 'Deaf Awareness Course' on Friday 8th February, 2013. It will start at 9am and ends at 1pm. With over 400,000 deaf or hearing impaired people living in New Zealand, it is very likely that you will need to work or socialise with them, so why not give yourself an opportunity to dissolve the barriers between the hearing and the deaf and learn all about the ways you can make a difference in the Deaf Community. This Deaf Awareness Course will be taught by Victoria Lessing, who has over 8 years of experiences offering such training. She is profoundly Deaf, and interpreters will be provided for the workshop. This Deaf Awareness Course will give you an opportunity to equip yourself with skills with work with Deaf individuals and/or groups. It will also teach you how to utilise effective communication strategies. Auckland Deaf Society will offer light refreshments and drinks for all participants. The fee for attending this course is $95 + GST per person. If you have any questions or would like further information, you are welcome to contact Grace or Victoria at any time. Please RSVP to Grace Covey by email ( bookings@auckland-deaf.org.nz ) by 5th February. (If the date doesn't suit you, then let them know as they will be running more Deaf Awareness Courses during 2013) _________________________________________________________________________________________________

Hi all, FYI and distribution: SHOW YOUR ABILITY - DISABILITY EQUIPMENT EXPO 2013 NZ's premier annual equipment show includes all kinds of items for younger and older disabled people and older persons care equipment. Wheelchairs, shower stools, stairlifts, powered wheelchairs, portable ramps, paediatric seating systems, walking frames, mobility scooters, hoists, daily living equipment, pressure mattresses, specialized seating, electric hi lo beds, standing frames, disability information, vehicle modifications. Auckland Hamilton Trust Stadium, Waitakere Mystery Creek Events Centre 9.00 - 3.00 9.00 - 3.00 19th February 2013 20th February 2013

Just a quick email to let you know that our four arts therapy programs for children and teens of all abilities (particular provision for those with diverse and complex needs) start next week. We are starting a brand NEW Open Studio art group for Teens (12 plus), continuing with Art on the Spectrum (a group art therapy program for children 6-11 on the Autism spectrum) and Kids Open Studio (aged 6-11, all abilities, with particular provision for diverse and complex needs). We also have a few spaces left in our adult classes. I have attached flyers for the three kids/teens programs we have spaces in (in both PDF and doc.) If you know of any children/teens that may benefit from being a part of a supportive creative social group please feel free to forward on the attached flyers and information, in addition it would be great if you could put the information in your newsletter or on your website. N.B: Parents can pay a high portion of the fees with carer support.
Art on the Spectrum: A structured arts therapy group for six children on the Autism Spectrum (ASD) aged approximately 6-11 years facilitated by two Arts therapists. This group provides the children with a supportive and encouraging ASD friendly environment in which they can individually and collaboratively explore their creativity and develop self-expression. The programme offers opportunities for effective communication and social engagement; the development of peer relationships are encouraged through interactive group art making. The children simultaneously develop skills in drawing, painting, collage, sculpture, clay, creative writing, role-play, puppet and mask making. The structure of each session involves group games, individual and group art-making activities, social time (fruit break) as well as end of session discussions and exhibitions. Open Studio Kids (One & Two): This group is open to children of all abilities aged 6 years plus. Kids Open Studio is where an organic approach to learning and group activity is held. The facilitators take the lead from each child encouraging them to make their own decisions and to follow their own topics of interest. They move amongst the children assisting them by suggesting ideas and demonstrating techniques, encouraging them to try new and different ideas and mediums. Each session begins with a check-in and sharing, then an hour and half of art making, followed by a sharing circle and discussion about their creations. These sessions run on a weekly basis during term time and are ongoing. Open Studio Teens: follows similar format to Open Studio Kids but is aimed at teenagers of all abilities aged 12 years plus. The facilitators work to progress art making skills and abilities, and to extend group-held, collective themes of interest on which to base subject matter for art making / creative projects. A supportive and safe environment is provided for teens to form sound and healthy relationships with one another and to share and explore their creative ideas. These sessions run on a weekly basis during term time and are ongoing.

Let me know if you have any questions. Many thanks for your support, Abi Raymond BVA, Cert. Counseling Theory, MA(ATh) (Clinical), AThR Arts Therapist ,Student Liaison, Art Tutor, Healthcare Worker www.sparkcentre.org.nz. Find us on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Spark-Centre-of-CreativeDevelopment/76153098771 . Physical: Spark Centre, Rocky Nook Bowls, Fowlds Park, Rocky Nook Ave, St Lukes, Auckland Postal: P.O.Box 41507, Saint Luke's, Auckland 1346 Telephone: 09 845 5361 Fax: 09 845 5368

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