Crisis Response Volunteer
(Victim Services of Simcoe County, Barrie, Victim Crisis Assistance Ontario)
Position ID: V-MID0048
Last Modified: 01 Nov 2024
Last Full Update: 01 Nov 2024
Opportunity Details: Crisis Response Volunteer
| Contact | Marie McCallum, Executive Director, Victim Services of Simcoe County; Phone: 705-725-7025 ext 2120 * 705-436-2141 ext 2022; Email: mmccallumbps110@outlook.com |
| Duties | Community volunteers are trained to work as part of a team to assist victims of crime or tragedy by providing emotional support, practical assistance and community referrals. Support can be on-site or by phone. Referrals are from police and community agencies. |
| More Info Link | www.victimservicessimcoe.ca |
| Ages | 21 year(s) and up |
| Suitable for Highschool Credit Hours | No |
| Areas of Interest | Distress / Crisis / Bereavement Support |
| Skills/Experience | Communication & Interpersonal Skills ; Confidentiality ; Counseling & Support ; Dependability & Trustworthiness ; Friendly & Outgoing ; Leadership ; Listening Skills ; Patience ; Positive / Cheerful Demeanor ; Team Work ; Translation & Languages ; Writing & Editing ; Great listening skills and a willingness to support others through a crisis. (Violent or otherwise) |
| Commitment Length | Long Term (More than 1 year) - One year commitment or longer ; 2-4 twelve hour, on call, shifts per month, or 4-8 six hour on call shifts per month |
| Interaction Level | One-on-one - Work in teams of 2 ; Virtual Volunteering - may provide telephone support as required |
| Minimum Hours | 24 / Month |
| Accessibility | Unknown ; Team of two volunteers will meet with clients on-site or at an alternate safe location |
| Location | 110 Fairview Road, Barrie, Ontario L4N 8X8 |
| Number of Positions | Barrie: 16 individual(s) ; Christian Island: 4 individual(s) ; Midland: 4 individual(s) ; Penetanguishene: 4 individual(s) ; Springwater: 4 individual(s) ; Tay: 4 individual(s) ; Tiny: 4 individual(s) 40 individual(s) needed in total. 40 + Volunteers are needed throughout Simcoe County. All volunteers are welcome to apply. An initial interview is held prior to acceptance to training. |
| Training | Orientation ; Training is provided ; Scheduled training ; Training on the job ; Training on-going ; Successful applicants must complete a mandatory online and in-class training program. Training will prepare volunteers with the skills necessary to work in partnership with police as together they endeavour to support victims of crime and tragic circumstance. |
| Transportation | Driver License required ; Car required ; Must have a valid driver's license and liability insurance on the vehicle being used while on agency business. Must have a cell phone. |
| Police Check | Required |
| Additional Requirements | Must have reliable transportation. Criminal record check will include requirements for working with vulnerable persons. Volunteer will require a cell phone while on duty. |
Agency Details: Victim Services of Simcoe County, Barrie, Victim Crisis Assistance Ontario
| Office Phone | 705-725-7025 Ext 2120 |
| info@VictimServicesSimcoe.ca | |
| Website | victimservicesofsimcoecounty.ca/ |
| Address & Map | Barrie Emergency Services Campus 110 Fairview Rd Barrie, ON Canada L4N 8X8 |
| Mailing Address | cVictim Services of Simcoe County; 132 Commerce Park Dr, Unit K, Suite 122 Barrie, ON Canada L4N 0Z7 |