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Lifeline Ballarat
Offer hope to those in crisis.
Become a Lifeline telephone Crisis Supporter and help us provide Australians experiencing emotional distress with access to 24-hour crisis support and suicide prevention services.
At Uniting, we are committed to ensuring a safe environment for all.
We’ll ensure you are supported throughout your training, and beyond. We recognise both the reward and challenge of this role and have practices in place to keep you safe. Debriefing with experienced crisis supporter workers is a constructive and essential part of the way we operate. Our caring and dynamic team will help you make the impact you seek.
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The Nationally recognised training is delivered on behalf of Lifeline Australia- Lifeline RTO #88036 Course code: CHC5500113 Crisis Support Skill Set.
Uniting is a child safe organisation and is committed in everyday practice to ensure the safety and wellbeing of all children, at all times. As a ‘child safe’ organisation, employment with Uniting is subject to a satisfactory national (and international where relevant) police check and relevant Working with Children Check in your State prior to commencement of any paid or unpaid work and/or participation in any service or undertaking.
Uniting is also committed to equal opportunity and ensuring the workplace is reflective of the community. We encourage people from different backgrounds to apply, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and people with a disability.
In the case of an emergency or if life is in danger, please call 000.
For crisis support, please call Lifeline on 13 11 14.
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Help save lives and volunteer as a Lifeline Ballarat Crisis Supporter.
Lifeline Ballarat - serving the people of Ballarat, the Grampians region and Australia.
Lifeline Ballarat is one of 40 centres across Australia, being part of a trusted national charity that has been saving lives and supporting Australians in need for more than 50 years.
Lifeline Ballarat delivers crisis support and suicide prevention services through the national 13 11 14 help line. The service provides confidential 24/7 telephone crisis support and referral services to Australians in need. Currently more than 3000 calls are answered each day, which is one call answered every 30 seconds.
We are seeking people who:
- Have a desire to make a difference to people in crisis.
- Understand empathy and have the ability to respond in a non-judgmental manner.
- Have excellent communication and active listening skills.
- Are willing to undertake a nationally recognised training program – Crisis Supporter Workplace Training. This training has a co-contribution fee
- Are over 18 years of age.
- Are flexible and willing to commit to the role for a minimum of two years.
We offer you:
- Nationally recognised comprehensive training.
- Continuous support from an experienced, passionate, committed team.
- Personal growth and professional development.
If you are considering applying for this course, please read the following pre-enrolment course information booklet carefully prior to submitting your application, as it will answer many questions regarding the training.
- Pre-Enrolment-Course-Information-Booklet (opens in a new window)
- Registered Training Organisation (RTO) Compliance Manual
Lifeline is a Registered Training Organisation. Upon completion of the Lifeline Crisis Supporter Workplace Training (CSWT) course you will obtain a nationally recognised Statement of Attainment in the following Units of Competence:
- CHCCCS003 Increase the safety of individuals at risk of suicide
- CHCCCS019 Recognise and respond to crisis situations
- CHCCCS028 Provide client-centred support to people in crisis.
All prospective volunteers are strongly encouraged to attend an online (Zoom) Information Session (new dates coming soon).
To make an application or for more information please get in touch
Phone: 0466 852 016 or 9051 7471
Email: lifeline.ballarat@vt.uniting.org
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Accredited CHCSS00113 - Crisis Support Skill Set Training which includes a nationally recognised Statement of Attainment of 3 Units of Competency.
The accredited crisis support training is delivered on behalf of Lifeline Australia RTO 88036 by the local Lifeline Centres
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In the case of an emergency or if life is in danger, please call 000.
For crisis support, please call Lifeline on 13 11 14.
If you are interested in volunteering at Lifeline Melbourne please click here.
Lifeline Melbourne
Offer hope to those in crisis.
Become a Lifeline telephone Crisis Supporter and help us provide Australians experiencing emotional distress with access to 24-hour crisis support and suicide prevention services.
At Uniting, we are committed to ensuring a safe environment for all.
We’ll ensure you are supported throughout your training, and beyond. We recognise both the reward and challenge of this role and have practices in place to keep you safe. Debriefing with experienced crisis supporter workers is a constructive and essential part of the way we operate. Our caring and dynamic team will help you make the impact you seek.
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Click here for |
Click Here for |
The Nationally recognised training is delivered on behalf of Lifeline Australia- Lifeline RTO #88036 Course code: CHC5500113 Crisis Support Skill Set.
Uniting is a child safe organisation and is committed in everyday practice to ensure the safety and wellbeing of all children, at all times. As a ‘child safe’ organisation, employment with Uniting is subject to a satisfactory national (and international where relevant) police check and relevant Working with Children Check in your State prior to commencement of any paid or unpaid work and/or participation in any service or undertaking.
Uniting is also committed to equal opportunity and ensuring the workplace is reflective of the community. We encourage people from different backgrounds to apply, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and people with a disability.
Become a crisis supporter today
Lifeline Melbourne
What does a Lifeline Crisis Supporter look like?
- Compassionate and empathetic
- With excellent communication and active listening skills
- Able to respond without judgement
- Aged 18 years or older
- Committed to a 12-month training program
- Passed a Criminal Record Check
- Holds a Working with Children/Working with Vulnerable People Check
- Has a desire to make a difference to people in crisis
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"For ordinary people, they might have this assumption you need extraordinary skills to be able to be a volunteer. Uniting Lifeline Crisis Supporter Volunteer |
How do I become a Lifeline Crisis Supporter?
Helping people in crisis and suicide prevention is an important and challenging job.
We are dedicated to keeping both our Crisis Supporters, and our callers, safe and supported. Our comprehensive training prepares our volunteers to navigate the calls successfully and empathetically whilst making the role valuable and rewarding.
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Information session We encourage you to attend an info session to explore the detail and the commitment Download the Pre-Enrolment Booklet. |
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Application and interview Once you decide you are ready to join our team of crisis supporters, you'll need to complete Complete your application by clicking the fill in an application button at the right of the page. |
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Start your training Over a twelve-week period you’ll attend a mix of E-learning modules and group sessions., Download the RTO Compliance Information |
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Practical placement 16 hours of practical experience, completed across 8 weeks. Through a combination of observation and supervised shifts on the phone, you’ll continue to learn. We’ll provide ongoing constructive feedback and you’ll have the opportunity to share experiences and challenges with other students in a group setting. |
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Internship 56 hours of logged calls completed across the remainder of your first 12 months with us. You’ll have continued supervision with ongoing support whilst you put your learnings into practice and build your experience. |
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Accreditation and volunteering
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Accredited Crisis Supporter Training
Accredited Crisis Support Skill Set Training (CHCSS00113) is delivered on behalf of Lifeline Australia RTO 88036, by Uniting Vic.Tas.
Upon completion of the Lifeline Crisis Supporter Workplace Training (CSWT) course, you will obtain a nationally recognised Statement of Attainment in the following Units of Competence:
- CHCCCS003 Increase the safety of individuals at risk of suicide
- CHCCCS019 Recognise and respond to crisis situations
- CHCCCS028 Provide client-centred support to people in crisis.
If you are interested in volunteering at Lifeline Ballarat please click here.
Uniting is a child safe organisation and is committed in everyday practice to ensure the safety and wellbeing of all children, at all times. As a ‘child safe’ organisation, employment with Uniting is subject to a satisfactory national (and international where relevant) police check and relevant Working with Children Check in your State prior to commencement of any paid or unpaid work and/or participation in any service or undertaking.
Uniting is also committed to equal opportunity and ensuring the workplace is reflective of the community. We encourage people from different backgrounds to apply, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and people with a disability.
