Volunteer in India in 2018

An exciting opportunity to travel to India and make genuine, sustainable difference in the lives of people with disability in rural India.

Site: Amar Seva Sangam (www.amarseva.org), located in the rural town of Ayikudy, Tamil Nadu, is an organization for people with disabilities run by people with disabilities. 

Description:

Provide bedside mentorship and teaching to the 12 PTs, 2 OTs and 2 speech therapists working at ASSA with the goal of exchanging knowledge. Conduct seminars / workshops for the PTs, OTs and speech therapists. Provide direct client care.

Requirements:

Degree in Occupational Therapy / Physiotherapy / Speech Therapy. 1-year professional experience.

Interest or experience in working with children and/or adults with neuromuscular disabilities.

Experience or interest working in a resource poor setting.

Willingness to adapt and take initiative.

Timing: 

Between January and October 2018

More details and to apply

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