VOLUNTEER, AMBASSADOR

The Organization:

Take a Hike empowers youth who experience vulnerability to change the trajectory of their lives with a full-time mental health and emotional well-being program embedded in an alternate education classroom. Take a Hike engages youth with intentional, continuous clinical counselling, experiential land-based learning, and community. Our public school district partners provide high quality education, and together, we empower youth with the skills and resilience they need to graduate high school, build healthy relationships, and achieve success – however they define it.

For more information on the program, please visit www.takeahikefoundation.org

AMBASSADOR VOLUNTEER 

Are you outgoing, community-minded, and passionate about youth mental health? Join Take a Hike as an Ambassador Volunteer and help spread the word about our work at events across BC. We are looking for volunteers based in 3 regions: Lower Mainland, Interior, and Vancouver Island. 

Ambassadors are the friendly faces who represent Take a Hike at farmers markets, festivals, and community events or gatherings. With training and support from our team, you’ll be equipped to speak confidently about the impact of our programs and help build connections with future supporters. 

This role is perfect for someone who enjoys meeting new people, wants to make a difference, and is proud to champion a cause that empowers youth through mental health supports and land-based learning. 

Responsibilities: 

• Attend community events where Take a Hike has a booth or presence 

• Set up and manage event materials, games, and displays (tabling kit provided) 

• Engage passersby in friendly conversation 

• Share Take a Hike’s mission, programs, and impact using talking points and FAQs 

• Encourage newsletter sign-ups and donations 

• Represent Take a Hike at speaking opportunities with community groups (optional) 

Training & Support Provided: 

• Orientation and overview of Take a Hike’s programs and outcomes 

• FAQ cheat sheet, elevator pitch coaching, and key messaging 

• Event kit including banners, print materials, and interactive tools 

Qualifications: 

• Enthusiastic and confident communicator 

• Comfortable initiating conversations with the public 

• Aligned with Take a Hike’s mission and values 

• Punctual, dependable, and able to represent the organization professionally 

• Age requirement: 21+ 

Time Commitment: 
This is a flexible, event-based role. Volunteers will be notified of upcoming opportunities and can sign up based on their availability. Most events occur on weekends or evenings. 

Typical shifts: 2-8 hours 
Start date: Ongoing. Apply now!