Group Support Buddy Relaunch

Hello everyone!

I am happy to introduce the relaunch of the Group Support Buddy Program

Although becoming a chat room moderator can feel very exciting, it can be intimidating at first, and somewhat overwhelming. To provide moderators with additional support we would like to offer having Chatroom Moderator Buddies! Chatroom Moderator Buddy is someone who can support you as you go through the group support journey, answer any questions you may have about your role as a moderator, share moderation and de-escalation tips, and even help you moderate and host in the various rooms!

In the Buddy Program, there are two roles: Little Buddy and Big Buddy. Big Buddies are experienced chat room moderators who provide support and assistance to Little Buddies. Someone who is new to their role or who wants additional assistance will be a Little Buddy.

Requirements to become a Big Buddy

• Must be active in the Group Support rooms

• Have been a chat room moderator for at least 4 weeks

• Must be passionate about providing support to fellow moderators

• Open to receiving and giving feedback

Expectations of the Big Buddy

As a Big Buddy, you’ve completed training for your Community Leader role, are knowledgeable about the guidelines and rules for the community, have high warmth, and provided quality group discussions. As a Big Buddy, you will be providing support to your Little Buddy by guiding them through their first weeks as a group support leader. As a Group Support Buddy, your responsibilities may include, but not necessarily be limited to:

• Providing your Little Buddy any links you feel would be beneficial to their growth as a leader

• Introducing them to any training or quality programs you have found beneficial in your experience at 7 Cups

• Helping them to learn and understand best practices as a Group Support Community Leader

• Answering questions and responding (within 48 hours) to your Little Buddy may have about their group support role such as monthly quotas, de-escalation techniques, and active listening in group support rooms

• Provide guidance in a warm, friendly, supportive manner

• Discuss confidentiality rules and be mindful of the confidential nature of your role as a Big Buddy

• Be non-judgemental

• Offer encouraging feedback and suggestions

• As your schedule allows, you are encouraged to be present as your Little Buddy is hosting sessions

• Check-in with your Little Buddy at least once a week

Expectations of the Little Buddy:

As a Little Buddy, you will be paired up with either an experienced Community Leader who has consistently provided and hosted quality group support roles for some time. Your Big Buddy, along with members of the sub community you represent, are here to support you on your journey. Take time to ask any questions you may have, learn about growth opportunities available at 7 Cups, and read over any helpful links they provide. Your Big Buddy is here to help you succeed and gain confidence as a Community Leader. You can expect your Big Buddy to:

• Check-in with you at least once a week and respond to your questions within 48 hours

• Provide information you may need to become comfortable and confident in your role

• Address any questions or concerns you may have about your role in Group Support

• Remain non-judgemental

• Maintain confidentiality

• Offer constructive feedback

• Attend or even cohost during one of your sessions, as their schedule permits

Click HERE to fill out the Group Support Buddy Interest Form

This program is also available to room supporters. Click HERE for more information.

If you have any questions, please reach out to me 1-1 or comment below.

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