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At Agora, we welcome anyone who is interested in becoming a volunteer. You must be at least 18 years old, though. If you would like to volunteer, please read the "Volunteer Committment Agreement " below before filling out an application .
If you agree to the Volunteer Committment Agreement, then fill out the online application and click "submit". Once we receive your application, someone will email and/or call you to set up an interview. Please be aware that all applications are subject to the approval of our Professional Director and Staff, and that we can only accept a limited number of applications per training. Summer Training will be held on Saturday, June 6th 10:00 am- 6:00 pm), followed by the next seven Monday evenings, from 6:00 - 9:30. Individual training sessions can be arranged by appointment with the Director. This training schedule entails 10 four-hour weekly sessions to include tutoring, exercises and training shifts in the crisis center. For more information, email us at agora@unm.edu. 2009 Fall Training will be held September 19, September 26, October 3, and October 10. Attendance at all four sessions is mandatory. |
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Volunteer Committment Agreement
Training:
- I will attend four (4) consecutive Saturday trainings and three (3) consecutive training shifts (one during each week following the Saturday trainings)
- I will attend additional training and role-play sessions as required by the Agora staff
- I will attend supplementary training programs and/or view recommended videotapes as long as I am an active volunteer.
Regular Participation:
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After completing training, I will maintain a weekly, four (4)-hour shift for at least 220 hours
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I will participate in an Agora support activity as a committee member, board member or other mutually agreed activity
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When I leave Agora, I will formally notify staff or the professional director in writing
Confidentiality:
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I will keep all caller information, treatment, sessions and any other private information regarding callers confidential
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I will not disclose any of this information to anyone outside of Agora and will only discuss pertinent information as required with Agora staff