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Published 6/15/25 8:00PM

Crisis Hotline Volunteer Counselor

Kern Behavioral Health & Recovery Services
On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Bakersfield, CA
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    • Details

    Available Times:
    Weekdays (daytime, evenings), Weekends (daytime, evenings)
    Time Commitment:
    Flexible
    Commitment Details:
    . One year commitment and 8 hours a week of volunteering. Can volunteer one 8-hour shift or two 4-hour shifts per week.
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    35
    Cause Areas:
    Community Development, Health & Medicine, Mental Health
    Benefits:
    Training Provided
    Good For:
    Public Groups, Age 55+
    Participation Requirements:
    Background Check, Attend Orientation
    Age Requirement:
    18+
    Other Requirements:
    .Must pass a background check .Commit to a minimum of 8 hours per week. . Remain calm under pressure. . Show empathy and compassion for others. . Have strong computer skills. . Commit to a minimum of a one year commitment.
    Wheelchair Accessible

    Description

    The Kern Behavioral Health and Recovery Services (KernBHRS) Crisis Hotline provides telephone and text-based crisis counseling services, suicide intervention, and referrals for immediate crisis services. Information about community-based resources is also provided when applicable. there are no eligibility requirements to access the Crisis Hotline and services are provided to all individuals that contact the hotline.

    Kern BHRS is dedicated to assuring individuals receive the highest quality, most effective, and culturally appropriate combination of individualized treatment, education and support. All services are provided in a manner that is responsive to each individual's unique characteristics, needs, and abilities.

    Many shifts available. The Crisis Hotline operates 24/7, 365 days a year and so do the volunteer opportunities.

    Location

    On-site

    Kern Behavioral Health and Recovery Services

    3300 Truxtun Ave, Bakersfield, California, US
    3 rd Floor

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