The Heart of Richmond AIDS Society (HIV 101 Workshop Presenter)

• Background/police check requiredAppropriate for volunteers aged between 18 and 55Appropriate for volunteers aged 55 and over

Brief Description/Purpose

To present HIV Education Workshops primarily to secondary students (grade 10, 11, 12)
Presentations also given to other groups in the community when requested

Primary Responsibilities or Tasks

Contact Secondary Schools to promote the program and relationship management
Coordinate scheduling for presentations
Coordinate with additional/alternate presenters when/if required
Present HIV/AIDS information in a factual, age, and education appropriate level of understanding
Researching and including accurate, current, and updated information

Qualifications

-Experience

-Skills

-Qualities or attitudes

A good understanding of HIV/AIDS
Comfortable speaking in front of large groups
Ability to liaison with others
Reliable and professional
Personal “Lived Experience” an asset, but not essential
Second language (Mandarin or Cantonese) not required but would be an asset

Time Commitment

Approx. 20 hours per month
Initial 1 year contract

Benefits

After successful completion of this role, may be eligible for other positions
A sense of pride and accomplishment in working with youth to assist in a better understanding and reduce the stigma of HIV/AIDS
$25-30 per/hour

Orientation/Training

HIV 101 workshop providing information on HIV/AIDS
Specific orientation designed for the role of HIV101 Presenter

Challenges of the Position

A keen and observant ability to appropriately handle unexpected situations with patience and understanding
Confidence and age appropriate behaviour when interacting with youth

Boundaries of the Position

Respect for each individual student and school staff
Respect for differing views, including difficult and confrontation ones
Respectful and appropriate level of behaviour and understanding when interacting with youth

Supervision

Primarily unsupervised presentation
Regular (weekly/monthly) check-ins with Administrative Staff and Board of Directors

Evaluation

Two-way evaluations at 5, 10, and 15 presentations
Debrief with Office Manager
Additional evaluations may be performed at the Presenter’s or the Supervisor’s request

Special Resources or Policies

Signed confidentiality agreement
Other appropriate documents and policies as they are developed

Success Measures

Number of presentations per month
Number of participants
Required completed evaluation forms per presentation
Additional feedback from host

Screening Measures

Application
Interview
Criminal record check (the presence of a criminal record does not necessarily preclude selection)

Risk Assessment

Confidence and comfortability in being a visible representative for the HIV/AIDS community

Position Developed: 28th August by Board Chair – Carl Baily

Position Posted: 31st October 2017

Application Close: 24th November 2017