Peer Support Phone Line
| Organization Details | |
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| Organization Name: | Mood Disorders Association of Manitoba |
| Address: | 100 - 4 Fort St. (Fort & Assiniboine) Winnipeg MB R3C 1C4 |
| Website: | http://www.mooddisordersmanitoba.ca |
| Organizational Description: | We are a self-help organization whose purpose is to help others to help themselves through peer support,support groups,education and advocacy by empowering people to develop and manage mental wellness. |
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| Volunteer Opportunity Details | |
| Description of Duties: | -Answer phones and provide peer support -Provide judgement free support, act as a friend -Offer resources when needed -This position is remote at this time |
| Skills Required: | -Listen with patience and compassion -Understanding -Active listening |
| Skills Gained/Related Careers: | Social skills, peer support skills, community support, opportunities for mental health training, and transferrable skills (communication, taking care of yourself, etc.) |
| Age: | 18-30, 31-54, 55+ |
| Time Commitment: | Evening, Weekend Mondays 9 am to 1 pm Wednesdays 9 am to 1 pm Wednesdays 5 pm to 9 pm Thursdays 5 pm to 9 pm Saturdays 1 pm to 5 pm Sundays 1 pm to 5 pm |
| Location of volunteer opportunity: | Winnipeg |
| Does opportunity require a criminal record check? | Yes Will cost be reimbursed? No |
| Does opportunity require a child abuse registry check? | No |
| Opportunity is available to candidates that: | Are fulfilling volunteer hours for credit Uses a wheelchair |
| Organization will provide: | A letter of reference Bus tickets Certificate of recognition Evaluation Supervision Training/Orientation |
| How to Apply: |
Email: volunteer@moodmb.ca In Person |
| Closing Date: | Mar 31, 2023 |
