On Line Crisis Cousellors
(Women's Support Network of York Region)

Position ID: 2261 Last Modified: 11 Oct 2012 Last Full Update: 11 Oct 2012
Opportunity Details
ContactJudy Konaka, Volunteer Coordinator, Women's Support Network; Phone: 905-895-3646 x101; Fax: 905-895-6542; Email: jkonaka@womenssupportnetwork.ca
DutiesAnswering crisis line
ClientsWork with women and families who have experienced sexual abuse.
Dates and Times4 - 5 hour shifts - 24/7 minimum 4 shifts per month
SeasonsYear Round - Minimum one year commitment necessary
Locationfrom home on a pager system
Number of PositionsNot Limited: 30 individual(s)
Ages18 year(s) and up
Suitable for OSSDNo
Minimum Hours16 / Month
Commitment LengthLong Term - Will not be considered for a period less than one year
TrainingTraining is required - 44 hr training program at agency run twice per year ; Training on-going
TransportationOn Bus Route - Main Office on bus route but car would be preferred.
Interaction LevelOne-on-one
Police CheckRequired
Volunteer CategoriesAbuse Counselling ; Crisis Counselling ; Emotional Support ; General Help (Administration) ; General Help (Counselling & Guidance) ; General Help (Work From Home) ; Interviewer ; Life Skills Counselling ; Organization ; Phone calls ; Public Relations/Marketing
Skills/ExperienceMust be a woman looking to make a difference in other women's lives.
Additional RequirementsFeminist, anti racist, anti oppression, understanding
Agency Details
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Organization NameWomen's Support Network of York Region
Address & Map
1110 Stellar Dr, Unit 109
Newmarket, On L3Y 7B7
 
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Office Phone905-895-3646
Fax905-895-6542
E-Mailgeneralinfo@womenssupportnetwork.ca
Websitewww.womenssupportnetwork.ca