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Become a Certified Coach for Fall Prevention Programs

Retired Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) | https://scvolunteercenter.org/programs/retired-senior-volunteer-program/

Are you interested in helping reduce falls among older adults?

Why be concerned about fall prevention? 6 out of every 10 falls happen at home, where we spend much of our time and tend to move around without thinking about our safety. Whether we are able to meet in person or whether we are working remotely, we have a Fall Prevention Program to help.
We invite you to join our team and become a certified coach for our Fall Prevention Programs

What qualities and experience are necessary to become a Coach?

  • Good communication and interpersonal skills
  • Enthusiasm 
  • Dependability
  • Willingness to lead a small group
  • Interest in working with older adults
  • Life experiences are valued, with education or healthcare experience a plus
  • Ability to perform range of motion and low-level endurance exercises
  • Ability to carry 20 lbs.
  • Present the class according to the directions, training and materials provided
  • Encourage interactive discussion about the concepts and skills presented
  • Demonstrate and coach the exercises outlined in the Program
  • Monitor and connect with each participant
  • Promote socialization and a solution-oriented environment among the participants

What is the commitment for coaches?

  • A Coach co-leads the Matter of Balance class sessions with another Coach. Two Coaches are required to teach the class to participants.
  • Attend an 8 hour training session to become a certified coach.
  • Teach 8 classes, with each class being 2 hours each.
  • Be prepared for class - this might look like showing up early to open the building, prepare the seating or snacks for participants, signing in participants.
  • Agree to teach 2 class sessions within one year of certification.

       

Interested in hearing more? Connect with us at rsvp@scvolunteercenter.org

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Senior Services, Health & Wellness
People with Disabilities, People with Health-based Concerns
Caring for People

Age Minimum (with Adult): 18+, Minimum Age:18+

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