Support unhoused men through recovery

Have you been told you are a good listener?

Unhoused shelter clients need a good listener!

Facilitate discussions in the area of Recovery. Through a combination of listening and teaching, the facilitator will empower and support shelter clients in self-reflection, and finding resources within the shelter and wider community.

Duties/Tasks

• Individuals who are advanced in their own recovery from alcohol and/or drug addiction
• Support and coach participants on appropriate behavioral skills and attitudes related to recovery
• Provide a positive, supportive environment that encourages self-reflection and group sharing
• Look for individuals that show an eagerness to learn and encourage them to stay engaged
• Strive for group cohesiveness in which group members gain a sense of belonging, respect and trust
• Assistance would not entail dealing with sensitive client information which would be handled through client’s caseworker.

Qualifications:

• A good listener (seek first to understand, then to be understood)
• Ability to communicate respectfully, honestly and effectively
• Individuals who are comfortable with, and have experience interacting with those who are homeless

Flexible days and times; serve on a monthly or more frequent basis