Recruiting staff/volunteers

The information obtained in the needs assessment can be used to create a detailed job description outlining the roles and responsibilities for staff/volunteers. The job posting may include the following sections:

• Describing the purpose of the program
• Staff/volunteer responsibilities and commitment requirements
• Eligibility criteria for the program
• Skills and qualities you’re looking for in a candidate
• Learning outcomes and skills development
• A high-level overview of the application process
• Contact information if interested applicants have any questions about the process

Please refer to Appendix C for peer supporter sample job postings.