Telecare Distress Centre, a non-profit community based organization in the Region of Peel that provides free, anonymous, confidental listening and emotional support and community referrals to individuals experiencing isolation, depression, suicidal thoughts, abuse, addictions, grief, frustration or having difficulty coping in life. Services available in English 24/7 Hindi, Urdu, Punjabi, Spanish and Portuguese lines open Monday to Friday from 10am to 10pm Please call 905-459-7777. Visit us online at www.telecaredistresscentre.org 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