This is a good self analysis tool which will help you prepare yourself for the role of a Distress Line Volunteer.  It also helps us to evaluate your readiness to volunteer here.  This form is CONFIDENTIAL WHEN COMPLETED.  Thanks for completing this stage of your application.

1. What stimulated your interest in volunteering with Distress Centre Wellington/Dufferin?	*
2. How would you describe your relationships with those close to you?	*
3. What kinds of hobbies and interests do you have?	*
4. What qualities would you look for in a Distress Line Volunteer?	*
5. What qualities do you have that would make you a good volunteer here?	*
6. What would you like to improve about yourself?	*
7. What do you think you could gain personally from volunteering here?	*
8. Involvement with the Distress Centre necessitates a major time commitment. This commitment usually means four 4-hour shifts per month, with a minimum 1-year commitment after training has been completed. There will be an intensive training program and occasional in-service training. How will you fit these commitments into your life for the next year?	*
9. What do you think might be the best parts of being a Distress Line volunteer?	*
And the worst?	*
10. What are your future goals and how do you see the Distress Centre helping you to achieve them?	*
11. Is there any area which you think might be hard for you to be objective about? (abuse, abortion, homosexuality etc.)	*
12. If your callers picked an option that you disagreed with, what would you say, what would be your reaction?	*
13. Is there anything else that you would like to tell us about yourself which would help to give a clearer picture of who you are?	*
14. Please type your name	*
15. Please enter today's date	*