Care to Speak is searching for individuals who currently or previously worked in the healthcare or social services field and would be interested in volunteering their time to provide peer support to others working in the field. Volunteering as a Peer Supporter is a rewarding experience. You’ll learn new, useful skills and support others in need.
Interested applicants should be experienced, empathetic, non-judgmental, open-minded, open to feedback, have access to – and are comfortable operating – a computer, respect the confidentiality of others, and can commit to volunteering one day per week for a 1-year term. Mandatory requirements include:
- Volunteers must live within British Columbia.
- Volunteers must be working or have worked in the healthcare or social service sector.
- Volunteers must be able to work one shift per week during operating hours (Monday to Friday from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Pacific Time).
- Volunteers need their own computer and stable internet connection.
- Volunteers also need to be 19+
Volunteers must complete online training prior to starting their role and can expect to volunteer one day per week. The Canadian Mental Health Association of BC will provide ongoing support to volunteers. Two references must be provided and the applicant must be willing to complete a required criminal record check.
If you are interested in becoming a volunteer, please complete the form below. A representative from the Canadian Mental Health Association of BC will be in touch.
