Get Peer Support Services Volunteer Application

Completing the Peer Support Services Volunteer Application is an essential step for those aspiring to become volunteers in this program. This guide provides clear and supportive instructions on how to effectively fill out the application online, ensuring your information is submitted accurately and confidentially.

Follow the steps to successfully complete your application online.

1. Click ‘Get Form’ button to obtain the Peer Support Services Volunteer Application and open it in the editor.
2. Provide your contact information. Fill in your last name, first name, phone number, including work and cell numbers, address, postal code, email, occupation, and preferred method of contact.
3. Enter your personal information. Specify your gender identity, age range, foster parent type, years of fostering experience in Nova Scotia, and any discrimination experiences. Also, indicate your ethnic identity and list any languages spoken.
4. Provide details about children in your family. Include the age, gender, and additional information about their birth status, child-in-care status, adoption status, and any special needs.
5. Describe what you offer as a Peer Support Volunteer. Explain your motivation for participating, list five personal strengths, the type of support you plan to provide, and how you will measure the success of your partnership.
6. Rank fostering and parenting issues you can assist with. Rate your experience and interest level across various issues such as special needs, emotional issues, and mental health issues.
7. Describe any additional fostering issues with which you have experience.
8. Explain any situations in which you would prefer not to offer Peer Support.
9. Detail your computer skills and experience with audio conferencing tools like Skype.
10. Indicate how you learned about One-on-One Peer Support Services.
11. Provide your references. List your current Foster Care Social Worker and other relevant individuals, ensuring to include their contact information.
12. Sign the consent to share information to allow staff to match you with a suitable Peer Support Recipient.
13. Return the completed application to the designated Federation of Foster Families representative, either via email or physical mail.

Complete your application online today to begin your journey as a Peer Support Services Volunteer.