Youth Advisory
| Organization Details | |
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| Organization Name: | Winnipeg Regional Health Authority (WRHA) Community Health & Corporate Programs |
| Address: | Winnipeg MB R3A 1R9 |
| Website: | https://wrha.mb.ca/volunteer-services/ |
| Organizational Description: | The Winnipeg Regional Health Authority's (WRHA) Community Health and Corporate Services Volunteer Program provides meaningful public engagement, develops effective partnerships, mobilizes appropriate volunteer and community resources, supports a positive working environment and enhances the WRHA's capacity to support and deliver quality services. Volunteers are placed in the community, supporting a variety of programs within Public Health, Primary Care and Corporate. |
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| Volunteer Opportunity Details | |
| Volunteer Opportunity ID: | 5644 |
| Description of Duties: | We are currently recruiting volunteers to support our in-person Mental Health and Addictions Youth Advisory. These will be held one evening every two months from 5:30 to 8:00pm. We are looking for youth (ages 14 to 17 years old) who have a passion for, and a commitment to improving mental health and addictions services in Winnipeg. It's a great opportunity to get involved, have your voice heard and meet youth with similar interests. We hope that the volunteers on our advisory can share their experiences and insights about youth mental health and addictions. We want you to help give feedback on different parts of WRHA's youth mental health and addiction services, and offer advice on the best ways to engage and recruit other young people. |
| Skills Required: | We are seeking individuals who: Have something to say about youth mental health and addictions. Enjoy working with others. Are committed and reliable. |
| Skills Gained/Related Careers: | As a volunteer for the WRHA Youth Mental Health and Addictions you will: Gain experience you can put on a resume. The opportunity to connect with other youth and Mental Health & Addictions Professionals. Learn about various services in Manitoba. |
| Age: | 13-15, 16-17, 18-30 |
| Time Commitment: | Evening We meet one evening every two months, from 5:30-8:00pm. There is no minimum or maximum time commitment for Advisory members. Meeting location to be determined. |
| Location of volunteer opportunity: | Winnipeg |
| Does opportunity require a criminal record check? | No |
| Does opportunity require a child abuse registry check? | No |
| Opportunity is available to candidates that: | Fulfilling volunteer hours for school credit |
| Organization will provide: | A letter of reference Bus tickets Evaluation Supervision |
| How to Apply: |
Online: www.volgistics.com/appform/2010893704 |
| Closing Date: | Jun 30, 2025 |
