The Women's Centre of Halton

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Activities involved
Peer Support Reception Telephone Counselling
Requirements:
Also required for this position: Qualifications: • Self-identified female, 18 years or older. • Empathetic & Excellent listener • Strong interpersonal and communication skills. • Sensitive and with a genuine interest as the needs of women. • A willingness to work within the philosophy of the Women’s Centre of Halton. • Ability to work both independently and as a team member. Basic computer skills Not suitable for current or former clients ( last 5 years)
Languages Needed:

Strong written and verbal communication skills in English

  • Flexible in schedule

Peer Support Volunteer / Receptionist - Women's Centre of Halton

1515 Rebecca Street, Suite 229, Oakville, ON, L6L 5G8 [map]
5 hours / monthly
Ongoing 
To provide a safe, non-judgmental community where women can access support and learn about resources.

-To help provide a safe, caring, supportive environment for all women
-Provide peer support for clients in person or on the telephone
-To be empathetic and non-judgmental, 
-Help women explore options available to them.
-Answering phones and answering general questions about the centre 


Peer Support Shifts are in person in Oakville, Monday - Friday   
Shifts are: 10 am-12:30 pm, 12:30 to 3 pm, 3-5:30 pm, 5:30-8 pm 
Reliability is a must.
A minimum of 2 shifts per month and a one-year commitment is required.
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Additional Details & Skills Required
Training is done remotely at your convenience
Shift sign-up happens in the middle of the months before ( ie. March 15th ish for April Shifts) 
There is only one volunteer on at a time so reliability and dependability are a must.
Certification or Education Required
Clean Criminal Record check
Why should you volunteer for this opportunity?
One on on experience providing emotional support and resources to at risk women right in the community.
Activities involved
Peer Support Reception Telephone Counselling
Requirements:
Also required for this position: Qualifications: • Self-identified female, 18 years or older. • Empathetic & Excellent listener • Strong interpersonal and communication skills. • Sensitive and with a genuine interest as the needs of women. • A willingness to work within the philosophy of the Women’s Centre of Halton. • Ability to work both independently and as a team member. Basic computer skills Not suitable for current or former clients ( last 5 years)
Languages Needed:

Strong written and verbal communication skills in English

  • Flexible in schedule