About The Samaritans Cape Cod and the Islands

The mission of The Samaritans is suicide prevention. A nonprofit organization with decades in volunteer public service and proven expertise in the field, The Samaritans provides support to people who are either contemplating suicide or who have been personally affected by suicide. Our focus is not solely on those people who are at imminent risk for suicide. Our goal is to provide pathways to healing for our whole community. We do this by providing caring, sincere, and attentive listeners who rekindle people’s lost sense of hope, de-escalate situations from a crisis level, and provide the connections that make day to-day living manageable through compassionate interaction in a safe, comfortable, and anonymous environment. We promote an inclusive environment where differences are acknowledged and celebrated, communication is open, conflicts are addressed early and resolved, and where there is a shared mindset of supporting our communities, we serve.  

Job Description:

The Samaritans of Cape Cod and the Islands is seeking compassionate individuals to join our LOSS (Local Outreach to Suicide Survivors) Team as Grief Support Volunteers.

LOSS Team volunteers provide immediate, in-person support to individuals and families bereaved by suicide in the hours and days following a loss. Volunteers offer a calm, compassionate presence and connect individuals with community resources during a time of acute grief and trauma.

Through this work, volunteers help normalize grief, provide emotional support, and foster a sense of hope during one of the most difficult moments a person can experience.

This opportunity is ideal for individuals who are passionate about mental health, grief support, and community-based care. Volunteers may be loss survivors who have processed their own grief journey or individuals with experience in supportive roles who feel called to this work.

Requirements:

• Must be 21 years of age or older
• Valid driver’s license required
• Must complete a CORI background check
• Must be located within reasonable proximity to the Cape Cod service area

Training & Support:

No prior crisis response experience is required. The Samaritans will provide all necessary training, guidance, and ongoing supervision to ensure volunteers feel prepared and supported in their role.

How to Learn More:

For additional information about our Grief Services programs or volunteer opportunities, please contact:
griefservices@capesamaritans.org