Description = We are a non profit community based organization in the Region of Peel that provides 24 hour crisis support to individuals experiencing loneliness, depression, suicidal thoughts, abuse, addictions, grief or just having difficulty coping in life.

Title = Volunteer for the crisis lines in Spanish and/or Portuguese

Job description = To provide listening and emotional support to individuals experiencing loneliness, depression, suicidal thought, abuse, addictions, grief, etc. and providing referrals.

Skills =
-  At least 21 years old
-  Fluent in Spanish and/or Portuguese
-  Able to commit a minimum of 12 hours per month for one year after completing the 50 hour training course
-  Caring and non-judgmental listener

Skills to learn =
- To provide Active listening support
- On-going training sessions
- Opportunities to meet and socialize with social services agencies, health and community based organizations.
- Excellent interpersonal skills that are of benefit in personal and professional relationships

Time = 12 hours per month for a minimum of one year

Location = Brampton

Contact person = Claudia Redican - diversity@telecaredistresscentre.org at Tel. 905 459 8439 Ext.4