Peer Connect

Thank you for your interest in volunteering as a Peer. This is a wonderful opportunity to serve, grow your facilitation skills, practice decision-making and communication skills, and apply Christian Science while strengthening your spiritual foundation.

Below are our expectations, responsibilities and requirements to serve in this role, and we invite you to review them and then complete the following application.

Expectations: We are looking for individuals who are open to the opportunity to:

• Establish relationships with RVRN loved ones
• Offer support and encouragement
• Witness the growth, enthusiasm, and joy of RVRN loved ones
• Witness your own growth

Responsibilities: 

• Set up a schedule of when to talk, best mode of communication [i.e. phone call, video conference (preferred), etc.], and how often (a minimum of 1x/mo)
• Communicate with the family if you are unable to make a scheduled hangout
• Come prepared with conversation topics and activities
• Maintain confidentiality
• Participate in the debrief process which includes submitting an email to the program director where you:
  • describe the activity from your hangout
  • share what worked and what didn’t work/challenges
  • share fruitage or special moments between you and your RVRN loved one

Requirements: 

• ​​At least 18 year of age or older OR enrolled in  DiscoveryBound’s National Leadership Council (NLC) program
• Practice Christian Science and the practical application to daily life
• Complete the online Peer Connect application process
• Complete an orientation session with RVRN staff

After completing this online application, a RVRN staff member will contact you within a week.

In order to ensure a good fit for both parties, we will follow up with your references (and may perform background screenings and checks).