Outlive Peer Support Programme is a four-year (2020-2024) suicide prevention program led by the Centre for Mental Health Law & Policy, ILS, Pune, in collaboration with Sangath & Quicksand Design Studio. It seeks to address urban suicides among young people (18 to 24 years) belonging to marginalized and low-income groups (caste, class, gender & sexuality) across Delhi, Mumbai, and Pune.
Applications are invited from youngsters who have recently completed their post-graduate degree in Psychology, Social Work in Mental Health and related fields. Selected candidates would be trained to mentor and supervise young peer supporters. This would be a paid part-time position.
About Outlive Peer Support Programme
Outlive addresses urban youth suicides in India by engaging young people aged 18-24, in particular those with experiences related to suicide, emotional distress, or mental health problems and belonging to marginalized communities in Delhi, Mumbai, and Pune. As part of the Outlive Peer Support Programme, we are working to improve young people’s access to peer support for suicide prevention.
We are training a network of youth volunteers (Peer Supporters) to provide emotional support over a chat-based app to young people who are experiencing emotional distress or having thoughts of ending their life. Peer Supporters will be mentored and supported by trained Peer Mentors through regular individual & group mentoring sessions. Mentoring is the process of guiding and supporting Peer Supporters as they engage with youth in distress.
Who can apply to become an Outlive Peer Mentor?
- Recently completed post graduation degree in clinical/ counselling psychology, social work in mental health or related fields
- Reside in Delhi, Mumbai, or Pune
- Fluency in Hindi, English, and Hindi/Marathi
- Own an android smartphone with internet access
- Work well with individuals and groups
- Most importantly, are passionate about youth suicide prevention and keen to help train, support, and mentor peer support volunteers!
Desirable requirements
- Prior work experience in the field is desirable
- Encourage Dalit, Bahujan, Adivasi youth, Youth identifying as LGBTQIA, and women with lived experience of violence.
How can i become Outlive Peer Mentor?
There will be a 3 stage selection process which includes:
- Written application form
- Personal Interview
- Panel Interview
Head over to fill out the written application form here https://forms.office.com/r/fcTJe8B5z8.
