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170 people are interested
Train to become a Volunteer Crisis Line Responder with Suicide Prevention!
ORGANIZATION: Suicide Prevention Service of the Central Coast
Please visit the new page to apply.
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170 people are interested
Suicide Prevention Service (SPS) is looking for new suicide crisis line volunteers! Our hotline serves the tri-county area of Monterey, San Benito, and Santa Cruz. Join us for a rewarding experience while learning active listening skills, self-care, and suicide and crisis intervention techniques.
Training begins Tuesday, June 23rd, 2020!
For more information, please email us at sps24hr@fsa-cc.org or visit our website at www.suicidepreventionservice.org
No experience is necessary-only a willing and open heart. 18+
We look forward to hearing from you!
If you are suicidal, in crisis, or concerned for a loved one, please call our 24-hour suicide crisis hotline at 1-877-663-5433 (1-877-ONE-LIFE). You may also call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline to reach your local hotline at 1-800-273-8255 (1-800-273-TALK)
More opportunities with Suicide Prevention Service of the Central Coast
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About Suicide Prevention Service of the Central Coast
Location:
PO Box 1222, Santa Cruz, CA 95061, US
Mission Statement
To provide suicide and crisis intervention, community education and outreach, grief support and referrals to persons at risk of suicide and suicidal behavior in Santa Cruz, Monterey and San Benito Counties.
Description
Suicide Prevention Service has been providing services for the residents of Monterey, Santa Cruz, and San Benito Counties for over 45 years. We are dedicated to supporting the health and well being of our community, while also providing life-sustaining services for the most vulnerable and at-risk residents. Services include a nationally-accredited 24-hr multilingual suicide crisis line, community education for potentially at-risk individuals, families, teachers, first responders, and anyone else interested. Bereavement support services are also available for those who have lost a loved one to suicide.
24 HR SUICIDE CRISIS LINE:
1-877-663-5433 (ONE-LIFE)
Visit our website for more information:
www.suicidepreventionservice.org
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
This is a Virtual Opportunity with no fixed address.
DATE POSTED
May 6, 2020
SKILLS
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- One four-hour shift per week for one year (after training). Many volunteers also continue volunteering beyond the one-year commitment.
- Interview and formal acceptance to training