Volunteers are an integral part of our organization. Opportunities include assisting with school- and community-based programs, office assistance, follow-up on hotline calls and much more. Please download our Volunteer Application.
Office Volunteers
Volunteer your time from as few as 4 hours to as many as 20 hours a week between the hours of 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. You can help with various tasks, including answering phones, assisting with mailings, marketing, fundraisers, data collection and mental health education/outreach activities.
Mental Health Screenings/Distributing Mental Health Information
We are partnering with the Methodist Wellmobile to offer mental health screenings as part of their screening program; this would involve being onsite at the Wellmobile stop, assisting with screening completion, providing information about mental health and community resources as needed.
Curriculum/Community Presentation Development
Assist in the development of power point presentations on a variety of mental health topics to be presented in the community; this would not involve direct client contact; options would be available to be involved with community.
Stories of Recovery Speakers
Individuals living in recovery willing to speak in the community to share their story of hope for mental health recovery.
Our Volunteers Say:
“Being a college student can get pretty stressful, but volunteering for the hotline keeps me mindful that my problems could be much worse. This is why I spend 4 hours a week answering calls: to help a person whose struggles may be much more serious than mine are. We’ve all felt panicked at times, which is one of my favorite things about working the hotline – you’re able to BE THERE for someone who is panicking (even if they’re a stranger to you). Each call can mean so much to the person on the other side of the line and the sole importance of just being there for that person is what keeps me volunteering.”
“I love getting a phone call from someone I don’t know and have never talked to before. Hearing someone who just needs to tell their story provides me with energy to help them deal with the feelings they are facing at that time. Each person that calls has a different story. Some I have heard from in past weeks and they are calling to update me on their situation and some never thought they would need to reach out for a helping hand. When the phone line goes dead at the end of the call it’s a heart warming feeling to know that the person on the other end needed you at that time.”
“Suicide prevention and mental health awareness are close to my heart. I love being able to help out in any way whether it’s answering phones, making copies, or helping at an event. This is a great way for me to give back!”
