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Thank you for interest in volunteering to be a Griefline phone counsellor. Please complete the attached form to express your interest. 

Volunteers are the lifeblood of our organisation. GriefLine values its volunteers and considers the recruiting, interviewing, selection and supervision of each participant to be of great importance.

What are the benefits of becoming a GriefLine volunteer?
- Personal and professional growth.
- Giving back to the community.
- Opportunity to support Australians in managing their grief, loss and associated trauma.
- Ongoing support through supervision and debriefing.
- Meeting other passionate volunteers.

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* 1. Your contact details

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* 2. Where did you hear about GriefLine?

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* 3. Residency Status

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* 4. Do you speak any other language other than English?  If yes, please list the language(s) below along with an indication of your fluency.

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* 5. I am interested in volunteering at GriefLine because...

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* 6. I have the following relevant qualifications and work experience:

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* 7. These skills will assist me in counselling callers through grief, loss and trauma:

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* 8. I commit to volunteering for one 3-hour shift per week over a minimum of 12 months.

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* 9. I will be able to complete my shift without interruption and from a quiet, private location so as to protect the confidentiality of callers.

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* 10. I have access to a good quality internet connection and a reliable device such as a computer or smart phone, which I will use to take calls.

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* 11. I acknowledge that GriefLine's specialised training includes self-directed online learning (roughly 3 full days equivalent) and attendance at two days of practical counselling exercises. (Currently conducted via Zoom).

I would like to attend the following Zoom session:

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* 12. I understand that the full cost of Griefline's Grief and Loss training for volunteers is $600 with a $100 rebate at the completion of 12 months of continuous service on the Helpline.  To secure my place I will need to pay a $100 non-refundable deposit.

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* 13. I will commit to fortnightly debriefing and monthly supervision sessions (currently offered via phone call or Zoom).

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* 14. I am available to attend at least 8 of the 10 Professional Development training sessions GriefLine offers per year. (Currently operating via Zoom)

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* 15. Provided that it is COVID-safe to do so, I would like to work from our counselling hub in Moorabbin, Victoria. (Available during business hours only)

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* 16. In support of your application please forward the following to admin@griefline.org.au

Thank you for your expression of interest we look forward to speaking to you soon.
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