Role Details

Education & Experience

• Post-secondary education in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, Community Development, or a related field (or equivalent lived/work experience).
• Minimum 1–2 years of experience in peer support, community work, facilitation, or volunteer coordination.
• Experience working with men, boys, seniors, or diverse/vulnerable populations is an asset.

Knowledge & Understanding

• Strong understanding of peer support principles, including active listening, empathy, and confidentiality.
• Awareness of key issues affecting men and boys (e.g., mental health, isolation, trauma, relationships).
• Familiarity with group dynamics, support group facilitation, and community-based programming.

Skills & Competencies

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build trust and rapport.
• Strong facilitation and group engagement skills.
• Ability to motivate, guide, and support volunteers and participants effectively.
• Good organizational and coordination skills for managing meetings, sessions, and events.
• Ability to collect, track, and interpret feedback for program improvement.

Leadership & Teamwork

• Demonstrated leadership ability in guiding and supporting teams.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with internal teams and peer partners.
• Comfortable engaging with diverse perspectives in a respectful and inclusive manner.

Administrative & Technical Skills

• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office and/or Google Workspace.
• Ability to maintain accurate records, attendance logs, and reports.
• Experience with virtual platforms (e.g., Zoom, Google Meet) is an asset.

Values & Alignment

• Strong alignment with the mission and values of Voice of Men 360.
• Commitment to creating safe, inclusive, and non-judgmental spaces.
• Passion for supporting the well-being of men, boys, and communities.

Personal Qualities

• Empathetic, patient, and approachable.
• Strong ethical standards, including maintaining confidentiality.
• Reliable, adaptable, and proactive.

Other Requirements

• Ability to attend virtual and occasional in-person sessions.
• Flexible availability for evening or weekend sessions (as needed).