Friends & Family Online Peer Support Group Facilitator - Mood Disorders Association of Manitoba

Organization Details
Organization Name: Mood Disorders Association of Manitoba
Address: 100 - 4 Fort St.
(Fort & Assiniboine)
Winnipeg MB  R3C 1C4
Website: http://www.moodmb.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.
Volunteer Opportunity Details
Volunteer Opportunity ID: 5364
   
Description of Duties:

Mood Disorders Association of Manitoba (MDAM) is a not-for-profit organization.

It is a self-help organization dedicated to providing support, education, and advocacy for those living with mental health illnesses through peer support and other services.

Today, MDAM operates throughout Manitoba, supporting individuals, their friends, families, and caregivers that have been affected by mood disorders.

One of the services we offer are peer support groups that are facilitated by dedicated volunteers that have lived experience with mood disorders or co-occurring disorders.

A facilitator plans, guides, and manages an in-person peer support group for MDAM.

   
Skills Required:

-English language proficiency
-Lived or working experience with mental health
-Organizational and leadership skills
-Excellent interpersonal skills
-Well-developed listening skills
-Knowledge of peer support or mental wellness (asset - training will be provided)

   
Skills Gained/Related Careers:

-Peer Support
-Mental Health Support
-Leadership, direction, and mentorship
-Problem-solving
-Judgment, Situational awareness

   
Age: 18-30, 31-54, 55+
Time Commitment:
Evening

The volunteer shift for facilitating the Friends & Family online peer support group is every Tuesday from 7:00pm-8:00pm.

Location of volunteer opportunity: Winnipeg
- Downtown
Does opportunity require a criminal record check? Yes
Will cost be reimbursed? Yes
Does opportunity require a child abuse registry check? No
Opportunity is available to candidates that: Fulfilling volunteer hours for school credit
Uses a mobility device
Organization will provide: A letter of reference
Bus tickets
Certificate of recognition
Evaluation
Supervision
Training/Orientation
How to Apply: Email: volunteer@moodmb.ca
Closing Date: Jan 1, 2025

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