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Crisis Intervention Program Seeks Carlsbad Volunteers

Trauma Intervention Programs (TIP) of San Diego County, Inc., is a non-profit organization that partners with the Carlsbad Fire and other surrounding Fire Departments, as well as the Sheriff’s Department to assist citizens in crisis following a tragic event.  

TIP is currently seeking committed citizens as crisis intervention program volunteers in the Carlsbad region.  Volunteers will be trained to help fellow citizens who are in distress as a result of a traumatic event, such as an unexpected family death, victims of fire, crime, flood, suicide, homicide, or other traumatic incidents.  Volunteers will respond to 911 calls in the Carlsbad area.  

The first few hours after a traumatic event has occurred are very confusing for everyone involved and the TIP volunteers are trained to provide the necessary emotional first aid and other temporary support until the persons involved in the crisis are able to depend on family, friends, and others.  This allows the emergency responders to return to service more quickly and feel confident that the victim will receive the assistance needed. 

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TIP is holding a volunteer training academy beginning September 12-September 22nd.  The academy costs $45 per person and is a 50-hour training on weeknights and weekends.  No prior experience is necessary.  Interested citizens must be at least 16 years of age and have automobile transportation, insurance, and a cell phone.  We are looking for adults and teens that are available for either day or night shifts.  For a complete schedule of training times and further information regarding volunteer requirements call the TIP office at 855-TIPSD-HELP, or see: www.tipsandiego.org

–TIP San Diego Press Release

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