Telephone Helpline Volunteer

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These roles are for people who want to help those who are vulnerable at the times they are at their most vulnerable.

Volunteers would be helping our mission to reduce suicide by the means of Telephone, email and SMS contact with clients.

Volunteers need to be passionate about what they will be undertaking. This is not a short term volunteering role.

Please see the details below regarding the time commitment necessary for this role.

What skills do I need?

All training is done in house and Volunteers need no qualifications other than a desire to help vulnerable people locally and nationwide

Details

  • Accessibility
  • DBS check required
  • Equal opportunities policy
  • Expenses reimbursed
  • Health and Safety Policy
  • Ongoing support
  • Suitable for under 18s
  • Training provided
  • Volunteer induction
  • Volunteer policy
  • Volunteers covered by insurance
  • Written role description

When can I volunteer?

Start Date: 26/06/2018

End Date: 04/08/2024

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Availability Details

Volunteers are asked to do overnight (2.00am-6.00am) shifts every couple of months. Volunteers must be willing to commit 16 hours a month and Volunteers would be helping our mission to reduce suicide by the means of Telephone, email and SMS.

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Samaritans - Basildon & Thurrock

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Interests

  • Mental Health
  • No specific interest

Activities

  • Supporting People and Befriending

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