VOLUNTEER
Statement of Volunteer Involvement
Member volunteers are essential to the work and vision of the Ontario Physiotherapy Association. They provide their experience, expertise and passion to support and strengthen the Association and the profession. At all levels of involvement, internal or external to OPA, member volunteers are vital to achieving the goals of the Association. Recognizing volunteers as an invaluable resource, OPA’s leadership and staff are committed to providing volunteers with ongoing support to ensure that volunteers are confident and successful in their roles. OPA members have access to meaningful volunteer opportunities and resources that help them, not only throughout their volunteer involvement with the Association, but in their continued growth and development as leaders in the profession. – OPA Board of Directors, 2016
What you can get out of volunteering:
Acquire new skills in public speaking
Present to stakeholders
Research and report writing
Advocacy and marketing
Acquire team leadership skills
Give back to your community
In addition, you can volunteer within the Association through Committees or as a member of the Board of Directors, and during our annual conference, InterACTION
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
OPA Members: Join an OPA Committee Today!
Do you work in home care or primary care and want to connect with other home care physiotherapists? Our Home Care Advisory and Primary Care Advisory Committees are looking for members to join! The committees advise the Board of Directors and staff on issues and matters related to the provision and promotion of physiotherapy services within each sector in Ontario. They meet every quarter virtually.
Join our Education and Awards Committees
The Education Committee meets virtually three to four times a year and their main function is to review educational programming for our annual conference, InterACTION, and determine any other educational needs throughout the year.
Our Awards Committee is involved in the maintenance of our Special Awards Program. They review the categories, criteria, and nominations that come in for our awards. They meet virtually 2-3 times a year.
Both are also looking for Physiotherapist Assistant members to join!
Please email Gonxhe Kastrati, for more information if you’re interested in joining a committee. A letter of intent and resume is required to apply.
Questions about volunteering? Contact us.
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