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Aug 9
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Sep 30
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Toronto, Canada
ACT's Mission Statement ACT works to reduce new HIV infections in Toronto and promotes the independence, dignity, health, and well-being of people living with HIV and AIDS and those at increased risk of HIV. Position Title - PYO Volunteer Program Assistant Program - Positive Youth Outreach (PYO) is a peer-led program of ACT that seeks to empower, support, and affirm the lives of young people living with HIV under 30. PYO provides opportunities for youth living with HIV to meet and learn with their peers through weekly programming including workshops, social events, and one-on-one peer support. Supervisor - PYO Program Coordinator Purpose - This volunteer role supports the PYO Coordinator with the coordination of PYO activities. Benefits Opportunity to participate in the coordination of programming that supports youth living with HIV. Develop problem-solving, critical thinking, and leadership skills. Time Commitment 4-6 hours per month for 12 months time commitment varies on volunteer's availability/schedule, to be agreed upon with supervisor. minimum of 1 shift a month Duties - The Volunteer will: Assist with program-related logistics including but not limited to running errands, purchasing supplies, communicating information to service users, and setting up for workshops and events. Assist with providing practical supports to young people living with HIV in a manner that is empathetic and meets the needs of the service user. Participate in regular supervision with the PYO Program Coordinator. Other duties as required. Personal Qualities and Skills Demonstrated understanding of issues facing youth living with HIV from an intersectional, anti-oppressive lens. Understanding of and comfort working with people of diverse sexual and gender identities in a sex-positive environment. Warm, friendly, personable. Ability to set and maintain healthy boundaries. Collaborative and positive attitude. Willing to take direction while also offering creative ideas. Willing to perform shifts on evenings and/or weekend. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Reliable and punctual Comfortable moving/lifting objects Fluency in a second language is an asset. Experience with arts-based learning activities is an asset. PYO is peer-based. Priority will be given to youth and people living with HIV, particularly BIPOC individuals. Training Requirements Volunteer Core Skills Training On-the-job training with supervisor and/or other volunteers
Date Posted: Aug 9, 2022
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Flexible Schedule
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Toronto, Canada
ACT's Mission Statement ACT works to reduce new HIV infections in Toronto and promotes the independence, dignity, health, and well-being of people living with HIV and AIDS and those at increased risk of HIV. Position Title - PYO Outreach Volunteer Program Positive Youth Outreach (PYO) is a peer-led program of ACT that seeks to empower, support, and affirm the lives of young people living with HIV under 30. PYO provides opportunities for youth living with HIV to meet and learn with their peers through weekly programming including workshops, social events, and one-on-one peer support. Supervisor - PYO Program Coordinator Purpose To conduct in-person and online outreach to youth living with HIV to expand PYO’s reach in Toronto. The Outreach Volunteer will relay information and feedback to the PYO Program Coordinator on emerging trends/issues related to doing outreach to students and young people in the diverse communities the program serves. Benefits Opportunity to develop volunteer experience while contributing to programming supporting youth living with HIV. Opportunity to network and connect with youth and service providers. Develop skills related to communications, critical thinking, and problem-solving. Time Commitment 2 hours per month for 12 months time commitment varies on volunteer's availability/schedule, to be agreed upon with supervisor. minimum of 1 shift for 2hrs a month Duties - The Volunteer will: Advise on an outreach strategy that reaches youth through online engagement as well as in-person outreach in schools, community health agencies, youth-serving organizations, HIV care clinics, testing clinics, bars and clubs, and special events. Conduct online and in-person outreach in above-listed venues. Relay information, items of interest, and emerging trends/issues to program staff. Where applicable, engage in one-on-one conversations during outreach shifts. Assist in building a contact list for ongoing outreach and referrals. Participate in regular supervision with the PYO Program Coordinator Personal Qualities and Skills Demonstrated understanding of anti-racist and anti-oppressive principles. Demonstrated understanding of HIV-related issues, particularly as they pertain to young people. Understanding of and comfort working with people of diverse sexual and gender identities in a sex-positive environment. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Warm, friendly, open personality Collaborative and positive attitude. Willing to take direction while also offering creative ideas. Willing to occasional perform shifts on evenings and/or weekends. PYO is peer-based. Priority will be given to youth and people living with HIV, particularly BIPOC individuals. Training Requirements Program-specific training On-the-job training with supervisor and/or other volunteers
Date Posted: Aug 9, 2022
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Flexible Schedule
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Toronto, Canada
ACT's Mission Statement ACT works to reduce new HIV infections in Toronto and promotes the independence, dignity, health, and well-being of people living with HIV and AIDS and those at increased risk of HIV. Position Title - PYO Advisory Committee Program Positive Youth Outreach (PYO) is a peer-led program of ACT that seeks to empower, support, and affirm the lives of young people living with HIV under 30. PYO provides opportunities for youth living with HIV to meet and learn with their peers through weekly programming including workshops, social events, and one-on-one peer support. Supervisor PYO Program Coordinator Purpose The PYO Advisory Committee will support, advise, and inform the realization of the goals and objectives of PYO. Benefits Opportunity to participate in the development of programming, outreach and evaluation for a program supporting young people living with HIV. Develop skills related to problem-solving, critical thinking, and communications. Opportunity to network and connect with other youth and service providers. Time Commitment 2-3 hours every 4 months, plus additional duties or meetings as needed for 12 months Meetings are likely to be held on weekday evenings. Meeting attendance is mandatory. Duties The Volunteer will: Advise the PYO Coordinator and ACT staff regarding PYO program development and evaluation. Advise on PYO’s outreach and marketing strategy to help ensure young people living with HIV in Toronto are aware of PYO and ACT’s programs and services. Advise the PYO Coordinator on upcoming activities and opportunities, including workshops, drop-in activities, and social events. Contribute to the coordination of committee meetings, including developing agendas and taking minutes. Review the Terms of Reference of the Advisory Committee intermittently and make changes accordingly. Work within the parameters of ACT’s Code of Conduct and Confidentiality Policy. Review the Terms of Reference of the Advisory Committee as needed to ensure they are current and relevant. Participate in annual supervision with the PYO Program Coordinator. Required Qualities & Skills: Demonstrated understanding of anti-racist and anti-oppressive principles. Demonstrated understanding of HIV-related issues, particularly as they pertain to young people. Understanding of and comfort working with people of diverse sexual and gender identities in a sex-positive environment. Reliable and punctual. The program is peer-based. Priority will be given to youth and people living with HIV, particularly BIPOC individuals. Training Requirements On-the-job training with supervisor and/or other volunteers
Date Posted: Aug 9, 2022
