Volunteer Requirements
Peer Counselors staff our crisis hotline from 3:00 PM to 9:00 PM every day of the year. Volunteers receive a minimum of 72 hours of training before they begin taking calls. This training begins with Phase I of our Life Skills Development Program, a two-day weekend workshop. Volunteers must:
Be at least 15 years old
Live in Maricopa County or Pima County
Have reliable transportation to and from Central Phoenix or Tucson
Be able to make a 4-month commitment to volunteer a minimum of 15 (2-3 shifts) hours per month
Apply to our teen peer counseling program:
Fill out the form below to apply to our teen peer counseling program—make sure to click the button for the region you live in (Maricopa County or Pima County/Tucson Area).
Learn Valuable Skills
Teen volunteers go through our Life Skills Development Training. This intensive, 72-hour program happens in three phases and gives volunteers the skills they need to take calls and texts on the hotline. Volunteers learn skills such as identifying feelings, active listening, problem-solving, and decision-making.
Life as a Peer Counselor
Our hotline is not only a safe place for our callers, but for our volunteers too. When they’re not taking calls, Peer Counselors spend time hanging out and playing games with other volunteers and supervisors. They also train and mentor new volunteers, give tours, and engage in outreach activities.
Want to become a teen peer counselor? Apply today!
To apply to be a teen volunteer, click the button below to fill out our application form. Once your application is submitted, you will receive an email from Teen Lifeline when the next training session is scheduled. Email volunteer@teenlifeline.org with any questions about teen volunteer opportunities.