-
91 people are interested
Crisis Line Volunteer
ORGANIZATION: Suicide Prevention Center, Inc.
Please visit the new page to apply.
-
91 people are interested
Suicide Prevention Center, Inc. (SPC) is looking for volunteers to answer its crisis hotline. Volunteers must be at least 18 years old, reliable, empathetic, non-judgmental and have transportation. A minimum number of hours of intensive training and a six (6) month apprenticeship is required before a volunteer is fully accepted as a crisis interventionist. Volunteers must put in a minimum of 16 to 20 hours per month for at least 2 years. SPC provides on-going monthly training sessions.
More opportunities with Suicide Prevention Center, Inc.
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About Suicide Prevention Center, Inc.
Location:
P.O. Box 1393, Dayton, OH 45401, US
Mission Statement
Mission Statement To save lives threatened by suicide by offering a 24-hour crisis hotline and support groups; to foster prevention of suicide by offering specialized training programs and programs for school children; and to encourage community involvement in suicide prevention efforts to affect change.
Description
Services Provided
We provide the following help in the area of suicide prevention:
24-hour crisis hotline manned by trained volunteers.
24-hour pet loss support line for those grieving the loss of their pet or the
impending loss of a pet.
Three local support groups:
Survivors of Suicide for those grieving a suicide death.
Other Passages for those who are depressed or suicidal.
Other Passages for adolescents for those ages 13-17 who are depressed or suicidal.
This program is for all schools, both public and private, and for students in grades K through 12.
Speakers Bureau
For groups and organizations desiring to learn more about suicide and its
prevention.
International Clearinghouse
Resource materials and information on all aspects of suicide and its prevention are available.
Training
Available for police/fire/EMS, medical personnel, school personnel, business
personnel, religious and all faith-based personnel, prison personnel, hostage negotiators and others.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
P.O. Box 1393Dayton, OH 45401
DATE POSTED
September 1, 2017
SKILLS
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- 16 to 20 hours per month