WE ARE CURRENTLY RECRUITING CRISIS RESPONSE VOLUNTEERS FOR OUR 2023 TRAINING PROGRAM.

Crisis Response Volunteers provide immediate practical and emotional telephone support to people who have been victimized by crime or tragic circumstances. Crisis Responders also provide on scene support alongside our staff at the request of Peel Regional Police.

*Victim Services of Peel is currently recruiting In-Office and On-Call Crisis Response Volunteers* 

- This volunteer role requires volunteers to commit to a minimum of 3 shifts per month. In-office shifts are to be completed out of our Mississauga office location, there will also be overnight shifts that can be completed from home.

- Training will commence Tuesday October 17th, 2023, and will go through to the end of January 2024. Training will involve live sessions via Zoom as well as independent learning sessions. Attendance at live sessions is mandatory. Please ensure you review the schedule and confirm you can attend all sessions before submitting your application. 

- Please note: the weekend session on the schedule will be a full day session and is mandatory for all trainees to attend. This will be the assessment date where candidates are assessed in a role play setting. Failure to attend this session will result in your application being deferred. 

- Candidates must possess the following attributes to be considered for the program: must live within the Region of Peel or in relatively close proximity, must be 18 years of age or older, must possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, must have an ability to handle high stress situations as well as exposure to traumatic situations and topics, and must also possess a valid driver's license and have access to a fully insured vehicle for scene attendance purposes. 

- Once applications have been received and reviewed, candidates that are selected to move forward must participate in a telephone interview as well as an in-person virtual interview to be considered for the program. Once accepted into the training program, candidates must be prepared to submit paperwork for a comprehensive background check to be conducted through Peel Regional Police. 

- Relevant experience is an asset but not necessary as all training is provided for this role. 

- After 1 year of active service with the agency, volunteers may request a reference or recommendation letter to assist in their long-term goals. 

Please reach out to ariel@vspeel.org for an application. 

 Please note: As there are a limited number of positions available for this training session, submission of an application does not guarantee your acceptance into the program. Additionally, the application will close when we have reached the desired number of applicants.