M.A.D. Camp Volunteer - Mood Disorders Association of Manitoba

Organization Details Organization Name: Mood Disorders Association of Manitoba Address: 100 - 4 Fort St. (Fort & Assiniboine) Winnipeg MB R3C 1C4 Website: http://www.moodmb.ca Organizational Description: We are a self-help organization whose purpose is to help others to help themselves through peer support,support groups,education and advocacy by empowering people to develop and manage mental wellness. Volunteer Opportunity Details Volunteer Opportunity ID: 4870 Description of Duties: Skills M.A.D. Camp is a 2-week wellness-centered summer camp for youth ages 12-17 in Winnipeg. The camp focuses on mental health, music, art, and dance, providing a safe place for students to grow their skills and receive peer support. Sessions run all throughout the summer (4 separate, 2-week-long sessions) Monday to Friday, 9 am to 4 pm throughout August We are in search of volunteers experienced with, and willing to: Assist in the facilitation of art sessions, speaking workshops, and in settling of campers for presentationsAssist in safe off-site adventures (the Forks, Zoo, neighboring parks) with a large group of youthMaintain positive and caring connections with campers; providing peer support when necessaryCommit to creating and maintaining a healthy, safe, and non-judgmental environment for youthAdhere to all policies and procedures outlined by Manitoba Government, MDAM, and M.A.D. CampHelp set up, clean, and tear down events + activities (art projects, music equipment, camper lunches) Other duties as necessary (on a per-event basis or by request of the coordinators) Skills Required English language proficiencyPrevious experience with youth or young personsLived or working experience with mental healthArtistic, creative, musical, or dance talent/inclinationsOrganizational and leadership skillsSituational awareness and presence during off-site visitsExcellent interpersonal skillsWell-developed listening skillsKnowledge of non-violent crisis intervention and conflict transformation skills (strong asset)Knowledge of peer support or mental wellness (asset - training will be provided) Skills Gained/Related Careers Peer SupportMental Health SupportLeadership, direction, and Mentorship of YouthProblem-solvingJudgment, Situational awarenessConflict transformation Age: 18-30, 31-54, 55+ Time Commitment: Daytime Every 1st Monday (August 14) from 2:30 pm to 3:30 pmEvery 1st Tuesday (August 1, 15) from 2:30 pm to 3:30 pmEvery Wednesday (August 2, 9, 16, 23) from 12noon to 3:30 pmEvery Thursday (August 3, 10, 17, 24) from 12noon to 3:30 pmEvery 1st Friday (August 4, 18) from 9 am to 11 amEvery 2nd Friday (August 11, 25) From 1 pm to 4 pm Please note, these are all of the available times. Volunteers are asked to choose the shifts they are able to commit to. We are looking for 3 volunteers for each time slot. Location of volunteer opportunity: Winnipeg Downtown St. James-Assiniboia Does opportunity require a criminal record check? Yes Will cost be reimbursed? No Does opportunity require a child abuse registry check? Yes Will cost be reimbursed? No Opportunity is available to candidates that: Fulfilling volunteer hours for school credit Organization will provide: A letter of reference Bus tickets Certificate of recognition Evaluation Supervision Training/Orientation How To Apply Online Application Form BelowEmail: volunteer@moodmb.ca (Include Opportunity ID) Closing Date: Sep 28, 2026