Crisis Line Volunteer @ Distress Centre of Ottawa and Region


Crisis Line Volunteer

Are you a good listener? The Distress Centre of Ottawa and Region is looking for crisis line phone volunteers. As a volunteer, you can expect: a 59 hour training course, certification in the internationally recognized ASIST suicide intervention workshop, and most importantly, to make a difference in your community. In return, we expect: non-judgemental listening to those in emotional need, 16 hours a month and a minimum commitment of one year (24 shifts of 4 hours plus 12 overnight shifts).


Contact Name / Nom: Arianne Richeson
Phone Number / Numéro de téléphone: 613-238-1089 ext.230
Email / Courriel: aricheson@dcottawa.on.ca

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Distress Centre of Ottawa and Region /

We are the people who are here, day or night, 24/7, to answer the calls from those who are reaching out for help. Callers may have simple questions. Or they may be in crisis. Either way, with 188 volunteers answering nearly 38,000 calls a year, we provide an integral, important and vital service in the community.

Who counts on us? At any given time of day or night, people out there require our help. Whether theyâ

Address / Adresse: P.O. Box 3457, Station C
City / Ville: Ottawa
Postal code / Code Postal: K1Y 4J6
Phone Number / Numéro de téléphone: 613-238-1089
Website / Site Web: http://www.dcottawa.on.ca

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