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Title: Volunteer
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"A life catastrophe almost four years ago forced me to totally re-evaluate my priorities. So very grateful to have survived. I was told by many that I had something more to do on this earth. I firmly believe that every day is a precious gift and that each of us has the capacity to help others – in a myriad of ways."
    - VSC Volunteer

Become a volunteer for VSC!

VSC depends on the community for gifts of time so that crime victims' needs can be met 24 hours a day. After successfully completing VSC's 65 hour training, volunteers answer the crisis hotline from their homes and provide support, information, and appropriate referrals to individuals who have been affected by violent crimes in our community and accompaniment to local hospitals and police stations at the victim's request.

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Volunteer Requirements

Qualifications:
Volunteers must be 18 years of age and have a car. Following the initial screening and interview process, the volunteer must successfully complete the state mandated 40 hour Sexual Assault Counselor and 25-hour Victim Advocate trainings. During training, criminal background and child abuse history checks will be submitted to the state. After completion of training the volunteer is responsible for at least 24 hours (approx. four 4 hour shifts) of hotline coverage per month with a minimum commitment of 1 year to the agency. Additionally, volunteers must commit to attending a minimum of 10 hours of trainings and/or in-services per year. Volunteers are required to adhere to the vision, mission, and policies of the agency.

Skills needed:
Empathy, ability to listen actively and supportively, ability to be non-judgmental, ability to accept and give constructive criticism, mastery of skills and concepts featured in Sexual Assault Counselor/Victim Advocate training, ability to use referral guide and other resources effectively, ability to adhere to agency procedures and policies, punctuality and willingness to be a team player.

To volunteer your time, fill out the Volunteer Application Form below or call: (610) 277-0932 ext. 235.

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Volunteer Application Form

Please complete application and submit form. Required fields are in gold.

Basic Information  
Your Name:
Company:
 
Address Line 1:
Address Line 2:
City:
State/Providence:
Zip/Postal Code:
 
Email Address:
Phone number where you can be reached:
 
Please indicate if phone number is:
Work   Home   Other
 
May we identify as VSC when we call?
  Yes   No

How did you hear about volunteer opportunities at VSC?
 

How much time per month, on average, could you spend volunteering?
 

I am interested in the following areas of volunteerism at VSC:
  Hotline Counselor*
  Administrative Support
  Fundraising
 Public Relations
Board of Directors
Internship
 Special Events
Community Outreach
Support Group Facilitator
*Hotline Counselor: hotline coverage, emergency accompaniments

Hotline Shift Availability
  Weekday Shift
  Evening Shift
  Overnight Shift 		Weekend Shift
Flexible Shift

VSC considers applicants for volunteer positions without regard to age, race, disability, national origin, religion, gender or sexual orientation. EOE

The Volunteer Coordinator will review your application and contact you for additional information or to set up an interview.

 


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