DOROT Discussion Leader Aging Alone,Together Job New York New York USA,Non-Profit & Social Impact

Position: Join DOROT as a Discussion Leader for Aging Alone, Together
Location: New York

Join DOROT as a Discussion Leader for Aging Alone, Together

Do you want to make a meaningful impact through conversations with older adults? Do you have a special interest in supporting older adults who are living independently? Do you want to help cultivate a supportive community of older adults?

Become a group discussion leader for Aging Alone, Together (AAT), DOROT’s immersive six‑session program that provides solo agers with resources, strategies, and support to plan for their future and build community. The program is for older adults who identify as solo agers.

As a group discussion leader, you will lead small “breakthrough” group discussions on weekly themes, including maintaining social and support networks, healthcare and end‑of‑life planning, and housing decisions. Options for in‑person and virtual discussion leading opportunities are available.

Volunteer Commitment

Participate in one virtual discussion leader training session (1.5 hours) and be paired with an experienced group discussion leader for one program to observe and learn the role (2 hours a week for 6 consecutive weeks).

Facilitate a weekly breakthrough group discussion with six to eight participants, for six consecutive weeks. We ask that each volunteer commit to two programs over the course of a year.

Join each session 15 minutes early and 15 minutes at the end of each session to debrief with DOROT staff for the duration of each program (2 hours per week).

Qualifications and Experience

Empathetic listeners who are comfortable leading conversations with prompts.
Skilled at responding in a compassionate, warm and life‑affirming manner.
Curious to learn more about the AAT topics and build a knowledge base over time. No prior experience in the subject matter is required. A background in social work or teaching is a plus.
Age 18 and older. Volunteers who are aged 50+, have lived experience as solo agers or in any aspect of the life planning process are welcome and encouraged to join us.

How to Apply

Interested in this opportunity? As a first step, please sign up for a general information and orientation session. These take place over Zoom twice per month. Please to register.

You will then have a conversation with a volunteer coordinator, followed by a conversation with an AAT staff member.

To learn more about DOROT, please visit (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). or contact volunteers.

About DOROT

DOROT is a social services organization based in New York City and Westchester. Our wide array of programs for adults ages 60+ bring together volunteers, professionals and older adults to create meaningful connections that alleviate social isolation and provide services for independent aging. The average age of DOROT clients is 83.

Issue Area(s):
Older adults

Population Served:
Immigrants, Refugees or Ethnic Groups, LGBT (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender), Low‑income communities, People with Disabilities, People with Health‑based Concerns

Requirements

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

After expressing interest, the Opportunity Leader will contact you to confirm participation and provide directions for this opportunity.

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