Volunteer Crisis Responder
I'm Interested| Volunteer Position Name / Role: | Volunteer Crisis Responder |
| Date Posted: | Friday, September 15, 2023 |
| Organization Name: | Caledon\Dufferin Victim Services |
| Organization Contact: |
Gail Smith 519-942-1452 gs@cdvs.ca |
| Why you might want to consider taking this opportunity: |
You will be trained to: * Help victims cope with the impact of crime, tragedy, abuse and crisis * Provide short term emotional support, community information and referrals in person or over the phone * Attend on scene with police to support victims of crime and tragedy Please visit our website where you will find a full volunteer description and application form. |
| Type of Organization: | Public Service |
| More Info Link: | http://www.cdvs.ca |
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| Duties / Roles / Activities: | Your work will empower those affected by crime and tragedy to participate in the healing process of their choice. You will receive specialized training in such areas as: crisis intervention, domestic violence, sexual assault, elder abuse, grief, bereavement and effective communication skills.You will be offered opportunities for free ongoing training and support. Upon successful completion of our training, you will join a team of trained Crisis Responders and choose your availability from a flexible schedule. |
| Sample Tasks: | Become involved in experiences that will change your life, while you make a difference in someone else's. |
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| Seasonal: | All Year |
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| Wheelchair Accessibility: | Yes |
| Can be used toward '40 Hours' for Highschool Graduation (OSSD): | No |
| Does this opportunity relate to COVID-19: | No |
| Commitment Length / Duration: | Long Term (more than 1 year) |
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| Transportation: | Own Transportation Required |
| Expires: | Monday, September 30, 2024 |
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Must live in the Caledon or Dufferin areas. Must have access to their own vehicle and provide: * Current License * Current Vehicle Insurance * Current Vulnerable Sector check |