Activities involved
Peer Support
Skills required
Requirements:
- Police Check
- Resume
Languages Needed:
Various
- Work remotely
- Flexible in schedule
- Accessible by public transit
Peer Support for Anti-Racism Program
1-5 hours
/ weekly
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MHHS is supporting the Racist Incident Helpline, a toll-free, accessible service in partnership with United Way BC 211. The helpline was created for people who have been subjected to discrimination based on the colour of their skin, culture, ethnicity or place of origin. We are looking to recruit and offer further training to volunteers, including people who experienced racism, who have studies or practical experience in the social or human sciences, mental health, community development, or a related field, to become peer supporters. Volunteers will be be able to provide 1:1 peer support and share resources/tools with participants (up to 5 individual sessions offered by phone or virtually). Please send a brief cover letter and resume to MHHS Volunteer Program today! Email: volunteercoordinator@helpinghouse.org
Why should you volunteer for this opportunity?
You can gain valuable experience and receive training and develop skills in areas such as active listening and communication that can help you find work and build a career in the social working field. Peer volunteers can reduce feelings of isolation and increase self-worth and self-sufficiency, building trust, confidence by connecting people with needed services.
Activities involved
Peer Support
Skills required
Requirements:
- Police Check
- Resume
Languages Needed:
Various
- Remote or online
- Flexible in schedule
- Accessible by public transit