We are a volunteer based and peer-driven organization. While we often prioritize applications from folks with lived experience of BPD in volunteer, staff, and board positions, it is not required. You can help us further our mission by volunteering your time, skills, and/or services.

BPD Peer Support Facilitator

• Type of Role: Voluntary.

• Deadline: None. Applications accepted on a rolling basis.

• Time Commitment: 5-10hrs per month, for a minimum of 1 year.

• Where: Any of our in-person locations; virtual; a new location (see below).

If you are someone living with BPD or a loved, have time to commit to a rotating schedule, and believe you align with our mission and values, then we would love to hear from you!

We provide 4 hours of training to all new volunteers, which is routinely scheduled for the second Saturday of the month and is held via Zoom from 1-5pm (PST). which is followed by a short period of practice sessions with the relevant Regional Team. If a support group isn’t available in your region in BC and you would like to start one, please reach out!

To learn more about what this role entails, please review the Job Description listed here. If you think you would be a good fit for this role, please consider submitting an application here.

Social Media Assistantship

• Type of Role: Voluntary.

• Deadline: None. Applications accepted on a rolling basis until position filled.

• Time Commitment: 2-5hrs per week, for approx. 6 months.

• Where: Not applicable.

The organization is seeking a committed and well-organized volunteer to help create and manage social media content for our Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn accounts.

The responsibilities assigned to this role include:

• Create engaging, informative, and supportive content (posts, stories, graphics).

• Ensure content aligns with BPD Society of BC’s mission and values.

• Send content to Board Representative for approval.

• Schedule approved content for posting.

• Monitor and respond to comments and messages.

• Create a social media calendar that includes relevant dates that can be associated with posts (i.e. volunteer appreciation day, health literacy day, patient experience week, overdose awareness day, truth and reconciliation day, etc.).

• Analyze and report on social media metrics quarterly (engagement, reach, ad costs, etc.)

While we will provide some training around BPD and the work of the organization as necessary, we are particularly interested in hearing from candidates that meet the following requirements:

• Familiarity with social media platforms (Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn).

• Familiarity with Canva and similar mediums.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively.

• Understanding of BPD and mental health.

• Excellent time management skills.

To apply for this role, please send an email to our Volunteer Manager, Jay, detailing why you are interested' in the role. You may attach a resumé if you wish however, please know that this is not required. After an initial review of your application, somebody from our Team will be in-touch to invite you for an interview.

All Other Opportunities

We are always looking for volunteers who have experience in (and beyond):

• Social Media Management.

• Marketing.

• Administration.

• Fundraising & Grant Writing.

• Events Planning.

• Board Development.

• Public Speaking & Engagement.

• Research.

• Evidence-based therapies, such as Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT).

If you have specific expertise and would like to volunteer your services then please send an email to our Volunteer Manager, Jay, expressing your interest and detailing any relevant prior experience, skills, and where you would be interested in volunteering with us.