Organisation : Lifeline Canberra
Location : Canberra (Murrumbateman)
Time required : 4 hours per week for 3 months training, then 3-4 hours per fortnight
Duration of project : Volunteer training is 3 months
Sector : Mental Health
About the role
Lifeline Canberra exists to support people in crisis and save the lives of those experiencing thoughts of suicide. As an integral part of the Canberra landscape, we continue to promote community and individual resilience.
Our telephone crisis support volunteers are essential in making a difference to the lives of Canberrans who use the Lifeline services. Each day our trained volunteers take almost 100 calls from people from all walks of life.
Becoming a volunteer will save lives and you’ll enrich your own life too.
Our Crisis Supporter Workplace Training is designed to equip students with the skills and knowledge they require to undertake the crisis supporter role. The training comprises three phases:
- Phase 1 – Blended learning (e-learning + face-to-face)
- Phase 2 – Student Placement
- Phase 3 – Probation Stage 1 + Stage 2
The duration of the training is a minimum of 170 hours to achieve Accreditation as a Lifeline Crisis Supporter and if successful, students will obtain a nationally recognised Statement of Attainment in:
- CHCCCS003 Increase the safety of individuals at risk of suicide
- CHCCCS019 Recognise and respond to crisis situations
- CHCCCS028 Provide client-centred support to people in crisis
About the organisation
How to apply
Applications not allowed for this volunteering opportunity.
Please quote in application: Telephone Crisis Supporter via Pro Bono Australia.