Volunteer Facilitator Training (Burnaby), and Seeking Childminders

Dear Community Partners, Agencies & Community Members,

We are currently recruiting volunteers for the following positions:

1)      Volunteer Facilitators – Our parenting Support Circles are for parents, grandparents, and other caregivers in different communities throughout BC. Our Circles are based on a self-help, peer support model which provides a safe space for Circle members to get together and discuss their strengths, challenges or concerns about their parenting role; builds a supportive network & skills; receives emotional support; develops self-advocacy skills; empowers and boosts self-esteem; and helps create a healthier living environment for all families.

2)      Volunteer Childminders – The Parent Support Services Society of BC is looking for volunteers to deliver a quality child minding/play group program for children 0 to 5 years (& some older children under 12), whose families are accessing our Support Circle Program. The volunteer child minders will work within the child minding team and Support Circle facilitators. Circle meetings vary in days, location and time. We’re looking for individuals whom have the availability and flexibility to support our Circles throughout the Metro Vancouver/Lower Mainland area.

To find out more about the positions, please click: here, and here.

Please spread the word and help us continue supporting families, caregivers, and children all throughout BC.