Peer Support Assistant Coordinator, Education and Outreach6133 University Boulevard, 6133 University Boulevard, Vancouver, British Columbia, CanadaJob DescriptionThe Alma Mater Society (AMS) is the University of British Columbia's (UBC) student society, and works to improve the academic, social and personal lives of the 56,000 UBC students at its Vancouver campus. The AMS also runs nine food and beverage outlets, a catering and conference operation, and the AMS Student Nest, providing on-campus employment opportunities and generating revenue that goes directly back into supporting the students at UBC.Position title: Peer Support Assistant Coordinator, Education and OutreachDepartment: Student ServicesEmployee status: Term, AppointedHours Per Week: 15Salary / Wage: $22.46 per hourAnticipated Start Date: As soon as possibleEnd Date: April 30, 2027DescriptionThe AMS Services' main mandate is to offer services and resources to the membership which are in significant demand and aim to further the well-being of the membership as a whole.Each of these Services are run by a Coordinator, and in some instances, with the help of Assistant Coordinator(s).Each of the Assistant Coordinators will be overseen on a daily basis by the Senior Manager, Student Services, a full-time, permanent, non-student role as well as their Services Coordinator, a part-time student role.The AMS Peer Support Assistant Coordinator, Education and Outreach manages the Education and Outreach branch of the AMS Peer Support service. AMS Peer Support is a volunteer-based service providing peer support, resources, and crisis referrals to all registered students at UBC, as well as low barrier harm reduction services founded on the ideals of creating an inclusive environment for all students who face issues around substance use patterns and need support. In this position, you will use your experience in harm reduction to support the UBC community with resources and education. The ideal candidate will have experience with workshop/event facilitation, stakeholder management, and leading volunteers. Past experience volunteering with the Peer Support service is an asset.Duties and Responsibilities:Develop and execute community events focused on mental health and well-beingManage requests from clients for training, workshops, harm reduction supplies, safer sex supplies,



etc.Creation and implementation of the education, marketing and community outreach for AMS Peer Support.Stay up-to-date on campus trends to ensure that the Service provides relevant programing.Deliver and organize Naloxone training eventsOversee the Safer Parties program by working with key campus stakeholdersCoordinate outreach efforts (boothing, announcements, etc.) to maintain Peer Support's presence and educate the campus community about Peer Support's programming/servicesOversee workshop/training development as necessaryKeep Peer Support website updated with current education & outreach eventsSend monthly naloxone distribution reports from AMS Peer Support satellite site to BCCDCEnsure an adequate supply of naloxone kits, training materials, and fentanyl test strips is maintained at Peer Support, including regularly check expiring kits and re-ordering low supplies.Ensure Harm Reduction education materials are up-to-date, recovery-informed, and non-judgmentalAssist in hiring of Volunteers and Team Leaders, including contributing to an extensive hiring campaignAssist in organizing, planning, and attending Volunteer Training eventsSchedule Volunteer shifts and team meetings as neededFacilitate outreach and internal project meetingsParticipate in regular meetings with the AMS Peer Support Coordinator, the AMS Peer Support team, (Education and Outreach Team Leads and Volunteers), AMS Services meetings, and the Student Services Manager.Plan and lead volunteer appreciation eventsEstablish positive working relationships with Volunteers, Team Leaders, Peer Support Coordinator, other Service Coordinators, and community members and committeesOther tasks as required by the service or delegated by the CoordinatorQualifications:Must be a currently registered UBC StudentKnowledge of community building strategiesKnowledge of, and previous training in, providing support in areas such as suicide, sexual assault, coping mechanisms, stress, depression,



relationship concerns and other issuesGeneral knowledge of current landscape of UBC Student ServicesPrevious knowledge of the AMS Services / AMS operational guidelines is an assetExperience in counseling and/or peer support is an assetFamiliarity with harm reduction as a public health philosophyComfortable speaking to groups and facilitating difficult discussions.Conflict resolutions skills are an assetConnections with on and off campus services related to but not exclusive to counseling, health, and wellnessAbility to work both collaboratively and independentlyAble to administrate projects and delegate tasks in a responsible and productive mannerApproachable, friendly, organized, responsible and resourcefulStrong communication and interpersonal skillsAMS Services will provide necessary external training for successful candidates who have not already taken these trainings. This may include Applied Suicide Intervention Support Training (ASIST), and Train the Trainer (Naloxone Training program from Toward the Heart).Eligibility: Must be a currently enrolled student at UBC Vancouver, eligible for the Work Learn program.Experience Level: Current Students in an Undergraduate Program, Current Students in a Masters Program, Current Students in a PhD ProgramAt the AMS, we believe that a diverse workforce enriches our organization and we value individual life experiences, knowledge and self-expression that different people bring. We actively seek to create an setting where all employees, regardless of their background, race, ethnicity, gender, age, sexual orientation, disability, or any other characteristics, feel valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their best. We warmly welcome and encourage individuals from any underrepresented group to apply for this position. We are dedicated to maintaining fair and inclusive practices in our hiring, promotion, and professional development processes to create the necessary conditions for a rewarding career.Due to the large volume of resumes we receive at the AMS, we are only able to contact those we are interested in interviewing and cannot reply to email/phone/walk-in inquiries regarding application status.6133 University Boulevard, 6133 University Boulevard, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

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