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University of Utah Health Care

TRAILS Peer/Mentor

Purpose

To connect those with newly acquired spinal cord injury/dysfunction to others who have been living with SCI/D and who can help identify community resources, overcome environmental barriers, and provide physical and psychosocial support.

Reports To

TRAILS Executive Committee member responsible for the volunteer program.

Days/Hours

  • Varying shifts

  • Monday - Friday (Will need to commit to a minimum of fifteen (15) hours per month.

Volunteer Duties/Responsibilities

  • Complete TRAILS peer/mentor training program.

  • Advise patients about living with SCI.

  • Provide referrals and information about resources.

  • Attend ongoing meetings with other peer/mentors.

  • Adhere to additional hospital policy and procedures.

  • Enjoy working with persons with disabilities.

  • Help establish marketing training programs for additional volunteers.