What is so important for our volunteers is the ability to listen without making judgements and to encourage the caller to engage in other support services and education programs that FDS offers.

We do not counsel people We do not give advice We are not Alcohol and Other Drug experts

We listen We empathise We give people time

Some benefits of volunteering for FDS: • Learn and apply practical skills • Enhanced self-awareness • Opportunity to give back to your community • Ongoing support and education in your work with FDS • Telephone shifts from your own home

Upcoming Training:

When: Sat 25th & Sunday 26th May 2019 Where: SACOSS - 47 King William Rd, Unley Time: 9.00am-5.00pm (both days)

Day one - A basic introduction into Alcohol and Other Drugs Day two - Stages of change for the family, basic counselling skills i.e. listening skills, types of calls and management of difficult callers.

Additional education days will be held over the year and volunteers will need to attend this ongoing training.

FDS is looking for a commitment of one shift every two-three weeks for a minimum period of 12 months. If you are selected to attend the training it is very important that you are able to fulfill this commitment. FDS has full accreditation with the Australian Council on Healthcare Standards. Training is free however you will need to join as a member so that you are covered under our insurance that cost is $30.00. A manual is required to do the training and that cost is $30.00.

If you are interested you are required to complete an Expression of Interest application form which can be found on our website.

Once your application is received we will conduct a telephone interview with you.