Peer Advisory Committee (PAC) members are the youth leaders of Teen Link responsible for ensuring that the Teen Link program remains youth-driven and attentive to the issues facing young adults. PAC members are required to attend monthly meetings, an annual planning retreat, and special events. They also assist in the recruitment and retention of Teen Link volunteers. PAC members help to facilitate volunteer orientations and help Teen Link staff make decisions about our programs, such as the yearly cover of the Where to Turn for Teens resource guide. All potential members must complete at least six months of involvement at Teen Link to be eligible to join the Peer Advisory Committee. 

Youth Crisis Specialists are the voice of Teen Link. They answer calls, chats, and texts on the phone line from teens in Washington State. To qualify for this role, Youth Crisis Specialists must complete our 50-hour phone line training which covers crisis intervention and active listening skills. This training prepares volunteers to talk to callers about issues such as relationships, mental health, dating violence, youth homelessness and suicide. The goal of the training is to help volunteers incorporate the skills into their own communication style. Youth Crisis Specialists work two 4.5-hour shifts per month, providing emotional support, guidance, and referrals to community agencies that serve youth. Youth Crisis Specialists must also attend Monthly Volunteer Meetings, which are typically held on the second Sunday of each month.