Becoming a Mental Health Ambassador  

Each term, Mental Health Initiatives recruits paid and volunteer Mental Health Ambassadors (MHA). We are looking for students interested in promoting mental health and well-being in themselves and others. We typically have 2-4 paid work positions (3-5 hours/week) and about 10 or more volunteers (hours vary). Interested? Read more about the role and consider applying for the Spring 2025 semester. Applications for new MHA volunteers for the Fall 2024 semester is now closed.  

Mental Health Ambassador Role Description 

Promotes and represents the Mental Health Ambassador Program by raising awareness of student mental health resources, services, support and opportunities at Langara College. Mental Health Ambassadors (MHA) must have a passion for mental health and well-being. Mental Health Ambsassadors are peer educators that work closely with Student Services. The program is designed to engage the Langara College community on mental health and to reduce the stigma associated with seeking help. 

 Duties: 

  • Communicates with a group of students to determine needs
  • Supports to deliver well-being initiatives and events that support wellness or our current Langara students, some public speaking required
  • Helps to promote a culture of well-being on campus
  • Acts as a bridge for students and support resources on and off campus
  • Completes training hours designed by supervisor
  • Provides feedback and ideas to supervisor to improve well-being initiatives at Langara 

Requirements: 

  • For paid positions, students must be registered with SWAP.
  • Volunteers must be current Langara College students enrolled/ registered for the term they are volunteering in
  • Demonstrate ability to communicate courteously and effectively in person with employees,  students and the public
  • Ability to be empathic, inclusive and respectful
  • Proven ability to work as a team member
  • Complete all required training
  • Comfortable and interested in gaining experience with leadership and public speaking

Fall 2024 Semester

Applications for the Mental Health Ambassador (MHA) program is now closed for new volunteers for the Fall 2024 semester.  Check back here in Decemeber 2024/ January 2025 to sign up for Spring Semester ! 

 Questions? email mha-coordinator@langara.ca