Volunteer Position Title: Peer Certification Trainer Experienced Remote (Mental Health Program)- Global

Volunteer Position Title:

Peer Certification Trainer Volunteer (Mental Health Program)- Greensboro North Carolina and Global

Department:

Substance abuse program/Health & Wellness / Mental Health Services

Reports To:

Program Director, Maternal and Child Health & Mental Wellness

or

Volunteer Coordinator

Location:

Remote / Hybrid (Occasional in-person events and workshops as needed)

Position Type:

Volunteer – Part-time (5–10 hours per week, flexible schedule)

Position Summary:

The Peer Certification Training Volunteer will assist Women of Color on the Move (WOCOTM) in implementing and supporting peer certification training programs focused on mental health and community wellness. This volunteer will help recruit, support, and guide participants—especially women and families from underserved communities—through the peer support certification process.

This role supports WOCOTM’s mission to empower women of color and families by building community-based mental health leadership and advocacy.

Key Responsibilities:

• • Assist in coordinating and facilitating peer support certification training sessions.
  • Help recruit, enroll, and communicate with training participants.
  • Support the development and distribution of training materials and resources.
  • Track attendance, participation, and progress of trainees.
  • Provide peer mentorship and emotional support to participants as they complete the program.
  • Collaborate with the Mental Health and Training team to ensure compliance with state or partner certification standards.
  • Conduct follow-up with graduates for evaluation, mentorship, or referral to additional resources.
  • Assist with data entry, documentation, and reporting related to training activities.
  • Represent WOCOTM at outreach or community mental health events, promoting the peer training program.
  • Able to used A1 tools
  • Able to used Microsoft 365( Teams, excel, PowerPoint, word)
  • Must have a computer/tablet

Qualifications:

• • Passion for mental health advocacy, peer support, and community empowerment.
  • Lived experience with mental health, recovery, or caregiving preferred (not required).
  • Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and follow ethical peer support practices.
  • Comfortable working with diverse communities and populations.
  • Basic computer skills (email, Microsoft Office/Google Workspace, Zoom).
  • Prior experience in mental health, social services, or nonprofit settings is a plus.

Training & Support Provided:

• • Orientation to WOCOTM’s mission, policies, and peer support framework.
  • Access to professional development and mental health certification resources.
  • Ongoing supervision, mentorship, and community of practice meetings.

Benefits of Volunteering:

• • Gain experience in mental health education and certification processes.
  • Build leadership, facilitation, and community engagement skills.
  • Receive letters of recommendation and volunteer hours verification.
  • Contribute to improving mental health outcomes in underserved communities.

Time Commitment:

Flexible – approximately 5–10 hours per week for a minimum of 1 year (with opportunities for extension or certification support).