Purpose:
The Peer Facilitator is a volunteer position which plays an integral role in Antidote’s mission to support those who have experienced psychological manipulation. The individual in this role provides valuable insight, compassion, and hope to those seeking assistance to understand and heal from psychological manipulation.
Description:
The Peer Facilitator is responsible for hosting Antidote’s weekly support group for individuals who have experienced psychological manipulation in any form. Some examples of this could be being a member of a cult-like group, extremist organization, hate group, online conspiracy group, or relationship in which psychological manipulation has taken place. This is a volunteer position as a support group leader. The Peer Facilitator guides participants through a 10-week support group cycle, which meets weekly for 90 minutes. Each volunteer will oversee one support group at a time, creating a safe and welcoming environment for all participants. The Peer Facilitator is not a professional providing mental health services, but rather an individual with shared lived experience who creates a space for social support, emotional connection, education, and skill building to take place in those who are seeking deeper understanding of the impact that psychological manipulation has had on their lives.
Skills and Experience:
The individual selected in this role is expected to have the following characteristics:
Time Commitment:
Up to 5 hours per week, as follows:
Benefits:
This is a volunteer, unpaid role. The individual is not an employee of Antidote but will receive a $100 stipend every support group cycle, up to a maximum of $400 per year, to offset the costs of a stable internet connection. Volunteers may also receive non-financial benefits from the role such as a feeling of giving back to the community, increased sense of purpose, and a greater understanding of their own experiences. Additionally, volunteers may gain important transferable skills for use in future roles.
How to Apply:
To apply, fill out this form here: https://forms.office.com/r/5qqXWhxTMp
Purpose:
The Peer Facilitator is a volunteer position which plays an integral role in Antidote’s mission to support those who have experienced psychological manipulation. The individual in this role provides valuable insight, compassion, and hope to those seeking assistance to understand and heal from psychological manipulation.
Description:
The Peer Facilitator is responsible for hosting Antidote’s weekly support group for individuals who have experienced psychological manipulation in any form. Some examples of this could be being a member of a cult-like group, extremist organization, hate group, online conspiracy group, or relationship in which psychological manipulation has taken place. This is a volunteer position as a support group leader. The Peer Facilitator guides participants through a 10-week support group cycle, which meets weekly for 90 minutes. Each volunteer will oversee one support group at a time, creating a safe and…