Crisis Prevention Intervention and Information Centre for Northern BC
Trained volunteer crisis workers provide confidential, anonymous emotional support by telephone to people in any kind of crisis or distress including those who are suicidal. We operate 24 hours per day.
Keywords:
Crisis Support
, Children and Youth
Crisis Prevention Intervention and Information Centre for Northern BC
1600 3rd Avenue, 5th floor, Prince George, BC V2L3G6
Volunteer Information for Crisis Prevention Intervention and Information Centre for Northern BC
What services does your organization provide?
24 Hour Crisis Line
Youth Support Line
On line chat for youth: www.northernyouthonline.ca
1-800-SUICIDE (as part of a provincial network)
Do you have any age requirements? 16 to 21 for the youth services.
Do you require language proficiency other than in English? No.
What time commitment(s) are you expecting from a volunteer? Training is 60 hours over 6 to 8 weeks. Ask for one shift per week (3-4 hours) and one overnight shift every two months for a one year commitment.
Are there any other requirements for being a volunteer? A one year commitment is requested.
Are there any specific skills and experience required? To be non-judgmental, empathetic.
What type of volunteer positions are typically available? Phone line Crisis worker Board Members
Is there any training provided for volunteers? 60 hours training including Crisis Intervention Theory, Communication Skills, Grief & Loss, Suicide, Policies & Procedures, Resource Workbook. Followed by role-playing sessions, then shadow shifts.
What are the typical volunteer activities occurring at your organization? Phone line Crisis prevention/intevention
How will a person benefit from volunteering with Crisis Prevention Intervention and Information Centre for Northern BC? This is excellent experience for anyone in Social Work, Psychology, Medicine. Or anyone wishing to acquire good communication skills. We have had many students who have gained entrance to their chosen program partially based on their volunteer work here.
Do you accept high school students? Yes. But they are still required to make a longer commitment than just their community service hours.
If you are a Canadian organization seeking volunteers and want to have a profile listed and/or updated with us, we invite you to fill out our volunteer questionnaire. If you have any questions or comments, we can be contacted at volunteer@canadian-universities.net.
250-564-5736
