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Crisis and Distress Lines Technical Committee

Posted

Deadline: Apply by

Commitment: Long-term

Connection method: Virtual

Open to National Region, Provincial Region

Posted

Accreditation Canada / Health Standards Organization is seeking individuals with experience in crisis intervention, mental health support services, and trauma informed care to join our Crisis and Distress Lines Technical Committee.

The Crisis and Distress Lines Technical Committee (TC037) develops standards for crisis line services, supporting the nationwide 9-8-8 suicide prevention and emotional distress helplines. The Technical Committee addresses all aspects of crisis line delivery from governance and training to intervention protocols and technology. The Technical Committee also focuses on equitable access, cultural safety, and continuous quality improvement to promote the support of all Canadians to immediately accessible crisis and distress supports.

HSO seeks applicants with expertise in crisis intervention, mental health support services, and trauma-informed care. Candidates that will stand out include those with a demonstrated understanding of the challenges and opportunities for quality improvement in national helpline implementation and the evolving crisis care landscape.

If you are interested in applying for this technical committee, please visit this link: TC037 Crisis and Distress Line Application Form

If you have any questions, concerns, or recommendations, please contact us directly at patientpartners@healthstandards.org

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Derek Koch

Spiritual Health Practitioner and Patient- and Family-Centred Care Lead — Kelowna General Hospital

Derek Koch

The bottom line is because we’re caring for patients. People who know best are those who are receiving the care so it makes logical sense that we would consult with them about their experiences. By connecting with PVN we have been able to educate our teams about the value of patient partners and how important their perspective is in our services.