Volunteers needed for Fox Valley crisis line

The Crisis Line of the Fox Valley, a program of the Association for Individual Development, is experiencing high call volumes.

In response to this increased need, we are actively searching for potential candidates to handle crisis calls.

A free, nine-week Crisis Line Training is being offered. Classes begin on Thursday, Sept. 11 and are scheduled from 6 to 9 p.m. Training will take place at our Behavioral Health site located at 1230 N. Highland Ave. in Aurora.

Students will be trained to handle a broad spectrum of concerns, ranging from callers that are isolated and lonely to emergencies requiring crisis intervention. Volunteers also assist callers in accessing community resources.

Topics covered during this training include: communication skills, crisis intervention, suicide, mental illness, domestic violence, sexual assault, mandated reporting, and community resources. For questions, or to register, call Cheryl at (630) 966-4304.

The Association for Individual Development is a nonprofit agency that serves persons with developmental disabilities and mental health needs. Its mission is to enrich the lives of persons with diverse disabilities by promoting individual achievement and inclusion in the community.