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Co-Facilitator
Saturday Drop-In
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Impact Statement
SPECTRUM is Waterloo Region's Rainbow Community Space. Our vision is of an inclusive community where all 2SLGBTQ+ individuals are welcomed, celebrated, and supported as their authentic selves. SPECTRUM's social drop-in events are great opportunities to meet other people, to talk about whatever you currently have on your mind, and to make new friends! These events are ideal for those that want to socialize in an 2SLGBTQ+ friendly setting.
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Description
As a co-host for the drop-in, volunteers will require social and group facilitation skills and demonstrated empathy and sensitivity to the subject matter. Facilitators will be expected to welcome visitors, introduce them to others present, inform them of SPECTRUM resources if fitting, and facilitate and direct the conversations when necessary.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Experience//What You Bring to the Team:
- Lived experience as a 2SLGBTQ+ individual
- Social and group facilitation skills
- A genuine interest in people and their stories
- Emotional intelligence and emotional regulation
- Ability to make others feel comfortable and create a welcoming space welcome of all
-Active listening skills, being comfortable listening more than speaking
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Position Qualifications
Ideal for: An Individual
Age: 25+
Area(s) of Interest: Boards/Committees, Caring Support, Conflict / Facilitation
Skill(s): Cultural Awareness/Sensitivity, Interpersonal Communication, Facilitation and Training, Manage Meetings & Groups, Empathy
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Training / Work Condtions
Training Details: Volunteers will receive orientation and training in facilitation and other items as needed.
Working Conditions: In-person meetings
Transportation: On a bus route
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Time Commitment
Duration: 7 - 12 months
Weekend - Daytime
These drop-ins take place on Saturdays from 2-4pm. We're asking for a commitment to attend every or every other Saturday’s event.
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http://ourspectrum.com
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Send an Email Message
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Fabian Fletcher
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226-779-9695
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283 Duke Street West, Unit 210 Kitchener, N2H 3X7
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Kitchener
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