Maccess Peer Support Volunteers
Maccess Peer Support Volunteers
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Job Description
****APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS*****
****To apply for this position please fill out the form located: do not submit your application/resume below. Candidates will only be considered if they apply through the linked form.
Applications will close on Tuesday July 15th at 11:59pm.
Peer Support Volunteerswill be available to offer additional peer support and knowledge to McMaster Students.
What is peer support with MACCESS:
- Typically one on one emotional and practical support
- A space where folks feel safe to vent and can express themselves to someone who better understands them
- You are providing the role of a peer with shared lived experience that someone can talk to
- NOT COUNSELING
- Mutuality and reciprocity are important (everyone is equal!)
- Listening validating and creating space for folks to express themselves and any concerns they may have
- Can look different every time
- Non-judgmental supportive and confidential
Peer Support Volunteers are provided with training on Peer Support MSU Maccess and other relevant topics.
General Scope of Duties
Volunteers represent Maccess in a responsible professional and respectful manner while in thespaceor participating in Maccess events.Asnavigating University systems can be extremely difficult the Peer Support Volunteerswill be availableto offer a variety of peer support and knowledge of navigating these structures to McMaster Students. This could involve accompanying someone to a doctorsor Student Accessibility Services Appointmentor meeting them on campus to provide peer support outside of the Maccess Space.Peer Support Volunteers are responsible fora minimum of two and a maximum of four hours of peer support a week. During these shifts volunteers act as curators of the space and are available for one on one or group peer support. Volunteerswill be responsible for assisting people using the space in accessing resources and providing services like peer support information and referrals and help navigating University policies.If you are interested in this position but believe there existsanyaccessibility concerns surrounding the requirements of the job please email the Maccess Coordinator atto discuss how the position may be modified to fit your needs.
Major Duties and Responsibilities
- Help in the developmentand maintenance of an anti-ableistspace on campus which includes ensuring the privacy and the accessibility of the space
- Required to be available for four hours ofout of centrePeer Support
- EX:accompanying someone to a doctorsor Student Accessibility Services Appointment or meeting them on campus to provide peer support outside of the Maccess Space
- Responsible fora maximum oftwohours of in centre shifts per week
- Curating the space
- Offering peer support
- Providing resources and referrals
- Interacting with people using the space
- Maintaining the confidentiality of people using the space
- Provide feedback on the service
- Be an active member of the Maccess community
- Volunteer participate and provide support at Maccess events throughout the year
- Promote campaigns events and services provided by Maccess
- Help in the facilitation of workshops and social events
- Other duties as assigned by the Maccess Coordinator or executives
Effort and Responsibility
- Maintain confidentiality of all individuals accessing Maccess
- Attend any required training sessions
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
- Awareness and understanding of topics associated withMaccess (i.e.intersectionality critical disability theory ableism human rightsmentalism/sanismdisability history intersecting oppressionsinvisible privilege and equity).
- Confidence and ability to challenge dominant views
- Interpersonal skills
- Commitment and dedication
- Ability to work effectively with a team and as an individual
- Peer supporting skills
Working Conditions
- Time demands may exceed stated hours of work
Training and Experience
- Necessary training to be provided
Equipment
- Any required equipment will be provided
Keep in mind that many of the responsibilities listed are flexible and we will work together to ensure you are able to fulfil and enjoy fulfilling yourMaccessduties. Please be advised that this position also involves mandatory training and meetings.
****APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS*****
To apply for this position please fill out the form located: do not submit your application/resume below. Candidates will only be considered if they apply through the linked form.
We thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for the position and advise that only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.
The McMaster Students Union (MSU) is strongly committed to employment equity within its community and to recruiting a diverse staff. The MSU encourages applications from all qualified candidates including women persons with disabilities First Nations Mtis and Inuit persons members of racialized communities and 2SLGBTQIA-identified persons. If you require any form of accommodation throughout the recruitment and selection process please contact Human Resources at ext. 26255 or by email at Please note that the MSU is an independently incorporated students union operating within the McMaster University community; this is not a McMaster University position.
Employment Type
Volunteer
