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01 Feb

Warm Line Volunteer

Join us for our Ithaca Warm Line volunteer training!

29 Jan

Calm (Counseling on Access to Lethal Means)

This course is about how to reduce access to the methods people use to kill…

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Your active support is a valuable gift to give. We are always seeking individuals interested in serving on a committee, hosting a fundraiser, or volunteering at events.

You can also participate by raising awareness via our social networking sites, or by attending one of our events.

Interested? Fill out the form on our contact page, and we will be in touch!

Volunteer

Volunteer with us on the Ithaca Warm Line. Have you ever wanted to be a support for those feeling lonely and needing social connection? We are always recruiting volunteers for the Ithaca Warm Line. Volunteers will talk with individuals just needing someone to connect with, not finding themselves in a crisis situation.

This line, established in March of 2023, has been an incredible value to our community (and surrounding areas) and allows us to prevent individuals from reaching points of crisis.

Volunteers are asked to work one 4-hour shift per week. The Ithaca Warm Line is operational 24/7 so scheduling can be made convenient for you.

If you are a good listener and want to support others, sign up for this life-changing experience as a volunteer on the Ithaca Warm Line.

We offer on-going comprehensive training for volunteers throughout the year. It is required to complete a 5.5 hour in-person training and then work shifts in our call center, located at an undisclosed location in Tompkins County.

Ithaca Warm Line Volunteers Gain

Active listening skills and knowledge which improve interactions with partners, children, colleagues, students, friends, etc.
Experience which strengthens resumes and applications. Students, people entering the work force, and those contemplating a career change find that SPCS volunteer work is esteemed by graduate schools and employers.
Connection with a diverse group of dedicated and dynamic people.
Purpose which builds confidence, competence, and joy in living.

Ideal Qualities of an Ithaca Warm Line Volunteer

Maturity (typically 20 years old minimum)
Ability to listen with compassion, open-mindedness and no judgement
Good communication skills
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Some knowledge of technology as multiple computer screens and software applications are used for this work
Ability to multi-task
Consistent reliability

If all of this sounds like you, we encourage you to apply to join our team by clicking the button below

The next Ithaca Warm Line Volunteer Training will be held on Saturday, January 18th from 10 am – 3:30 pm in downtown Ithaca. Location to be provided after application approval.

If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out via our Contact Us Form.

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