Moderator Assistant – Discord Community Support (Remote Volunteer)

AFK Cafe is a consent-based, online community focused on creativity, connection, and sustainable participation. We’re looking for Moderator Assistants—active, mod-adjacent helpers who support moderators but do not hold full moderation authority.

This role is ideal for people who want to work closely with moderators, help keep systems and events running smoothly, and contribute consistently—without being solely responsible for enforcement or decision-making.

Some Moderator Assistants are intentionally training to become moderators. Others want to assist without taking on full moderator responsibility. Both paths are valid and respected.

How We Work Together

AFK Cafe operates as a collaborative team, not a collection of isolated roles. Moderator Assistants are part of the moderation ecosystem and work in coordination with moderators, not independently.

You do not need to be socially dominant or “always on,” but you do need to be communicative, reliable, and willing to collaborate. Some assistants are more event-facing; others are more operational. Both are welcome.

I am a community-oriented admin and welcome growth. If you are interested in eventually becoming a moderator—or in developing specific skills—please let us know. We’re open to shaping this role thoughtfully where possible.

Once accepted onto the team, Moderator Assistants complete a personality and work-style assessment. This is not a test you can fail. It helps us understand communication styles, team flow, and how to best support you—so burnout is prevented rather than created.

We are a team. We support one another. Perfection is not required.

What Moderator Assistants Help With

• Supporting moderators during active periods or events
• Assisting with moderation workflows and coordination
• Helping with follow-ups, schedules, or internal documentation
• Supporting event prep, flow, or wrap-up
• Shadowing moderators to learn systems (optional training path)

Commitment Details

Active volunteer role requiring coordination with moderators. Weekly check-ins are expected. Follow-through on accepted responsibilities is required. This role is not async or drop-in.

What This Role Is Not

• Not a full moderator role
• No independent enforcement or unilateral decisions
• Not a casual or invisible helper role

Communication & Coordination

AFK Cafe uses Slack for internal communication and shared logs to maintain clarity and continuity. Participation in Slack and respect for shared logs is expected.

Why Join

• Be part of a real moderation team without carrying everything
• Learn moderation systems at a supported pace
• Contribute meaningfully while being supported
• Grow skills without pressure to advance

How Many Volunteers Do We Need?

3–5