Distress Line Operator
(Telecare Distress Line of Greater Simcoe, Orillia)
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| Opportunity Details | ||||
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| Comments | Board member duties are various. One meeting per month. Flexible | |||
| Contact | Jude Bossert, Telecare of Greater Simcoe; Phone: 705-327-2383; Fax: 705-327-2383; Email: info@telecaredistressline.com | |||
| Duties | Telecare of Greater Simcoe is looking for caring and compassionate people to answer our 24 hour distress lines. The service is anonymous and confidential and referrals are provided as necessary. Training is provided. All that is required is a non judgmental attitude, an empathetic nature and a desire to help. | |||
| More Info Link | www.telecaredistressline.com | |||
| Benefits | This is an opportunity to enhance listening and responsive skills while supporting individuals who are experiencing life concerns. Comprehensive training in community services, effective listening skills. | |||
| Clients | Marginalized, lonely or isolated people often struggling with mental/emotional health, abuse, addictions, dementia, aging, financial or other issues. | |||
| Ages | 18 year(s) and up | |||
| Suitable for OSSD | No | |||
| Suitable For | Adults (18+) | |||
| Areas of Interest | Distress / Crisis / Bereavement Support ; Fundraising / Canvassing ; Marketing & Promotions | |||
| Skills/Experience | Communication & Interpersonal Skills ; Confidentiality ; Counseling & Support ; Listening Skills ; Caring & supportive, understanding and compassionate. Able to respond to the needs and concerns of all ages. One need only be able to protect the confidentiality of our callers and be able to respond in an empathetic and nonjudgmental manner in order to make a difference. | |||
| Commitment Length | Short Term (3 months or less) ; Medium Term (4 months to 1 year) ; Long Term (More than 1 year) ; 6 months to 1 year. various opportunities available | |||
| Interaction Level | One-on-one ; Small Group ; Distress operator- One on one. Board member- various interaction levels | |||
| Minimum Hours | 4 / Week | |||
| Dates and Times | 7 days per week 24 hours per day. Various times and dates | |||
| Seasons | Year Round ; Year Round | |||
| Accessibility | Fully Accessible ; Call Center is fully accessable and located in a secure 24 hour site with parking in Orillia | |||
| Location | 170 Colborne St W Orillia | |||
| Number of Positions | Orillia: 24 individual(s) 24 individual(s) needed in total. Volunteers needed in all communities of Simcoe County for general outreach, fundraising, marketing, needs assessments. The call center is located in Orillia | |||
| Training | Training is required ; Scheduled training ; Training on-going - self-directed ; Training classes held twice per year. Volunteer application available at www.telecaredistressline.com | |||
| Transportation | Near public transit ; Car required ; Own transportation is required | |||
| Cost | Police check free to volunteers within vulnerable sectors. Please contact you local police department for further information | |||
| Police Check | Required | |||
| Liability Insurance | Available | |||
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| Organization Name | Telecare Distress Line of Greater Simcoe, Orillia | |||
| Office Phone | Business office 705-327-2383 * AA information Line 705-725-8682 | |||
| telecaredistressline@gmail.com | ||||
| Website | www.telecaredistressline.com | |||
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