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9 people are interested
A Call Worth Taking...
ORGANIZATION: NAMI Gulf Coast
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9 people are interested
You know how mental illness impacts people, you've seen it first hand or in the lives of others. You've often been complimented on your ability to connect with others, which you don't think is a big deal because it seems to come naturally to you. You've got good phone skills, and enjoy empathically listening to others. To you, helping others is rewarding and being able to point people towards needed resources is invigorating.
If that explains you, then do we have a great opportunity for you! We're looking for individuals to staff our volunteer run helpline. The helpline, not to be confused with a crisis hotline, is where individuals, families and professionals can call NAMI GC to get encouragement, information and resources for themselves or a loved one with a mental health concern or diagnosis.
Our helpline operates between the hours of 9am - 4pm Monday - Friday. Shifts are flexible and training is provided!
More opportunities with NAMI Gulf Coast
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About NAMI Gulf Coast
Location:
PO Box 4096, Alvin, TX 77512, US
Mission Statement
It is the mission of NAMI Gulf Coast to provide support, education, and service advocacy for families and individuals affected by mental illness. Eliminating the stigma of mental illness is our primary goal, and our hope is that one day mental illness will be treated with the same compassion and understanding as any other illness.
Description
In 1988, Carolyn Karbowski founded NAMI Gulf Coast. This was a result of a two-year journey after her son was diagnosed with schizophrenia and she discovered there were few services, no educational programs and no support for families struggling with mental illness. Determined to make a much-needed change, Carolyn began to organize services that would benefit those affected by mental illness. NAMI Gulf Coast has evolved from a volunteer-run, grass roots organization to a vibrant education and support agency that is known throughout the state of Texas as one of its leading NAMI affiliates.
Today, we continue to offer our local communities with mental health education programs. The programs we currently offer are Ending the Silence, Partnerships (PTR), Family & Friends (F&F), and AS+K? About Suicide. You can learn more about each of these programs on our website. We also provide support for families and individuals affected by mental illness through our monthly support groups, newsletter, HelpLine, and community events. Lastly, we provide advocacy at the local, state, and national level to work for legislation and funding to ensure quality care for people living with mental illness.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
2206 N. Gordon StreetAlvin, TX 77511
DATE POSTED
June 24, 2016
SKILLS
- Customer Service
- Mental Health
- People Skills
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Driver's License Needed
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- 3 hours or more