Volunteer Sexual Assault Counselor

Requirements

• Compassionate Communicators: Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills are essential for responding to crises and working effectively under pressure, both independently and as part of a team.
• Survivors of past violence must be emotionally ready to assist others and be at least one year past their own assault/abuse experience.
• Sobriety Commitment and Background Check: All Applicants must be substance-use-free and sober for at least one year before training and consent to a criminal background check (CORI).
• Ongoing Supervision: Monthly volunteer supervision meetings are mandatory to guarantee that all volunteers receive the necessary support, and that paperwork is submitted on time.
• Age and Training Requirements: Volunteers must be 18+
• Training and Commitment: The Sexual Assault Counselor Certification requires attendance at all 40 hours of pre-service training sessions, with a preferred one-year volunteering commitment.
• Flexible Hours: Enjoy flexible hours for helpline shifts.
• A dependable cellular device and vehicle are necessary to respond to the helpline and local hospitals within one hour of a request.