Fall 2023 -60-Hour Domestic Violence Advocate & Confidential Sexual Assault Advocate Volunteer Training

At Safe+Sound Somerset, helping survivors find hope is at the core of our work. We exist so that survivors of domestic abuse or sexual violence never feel alone, and know that compassionate professional help is only a phone call or text away. Survivor advocates answer our call and text line 24 hours a day – 7 days a week – 365 days a year at 866-685-1122. Our helpline is the gateway to survivor-centered services that can provide safety, hope and healing from the trauma of abuse and violence.

Whether it’s a need for emergency safe housing, counseling, legal advocacy or education on healthy relationships, our services are available to everyone, regardless of income status, cultural or ethnic background, language spoken, gender identity or sexual orientation. All services are confidential and available at no cost. Adults and children who have experienced domestic or sexual assault and/or abuse have access to Safe+Sound Somerset’s high-quality, trauma-informed intervention services that have been available to survivors in Somerset County for more than 40 years. 

Safe+Sound Somerset’s services are CONFIDENTIAL and offered at NO CHARGE.

Website:http://www.safe-sound.orgPhone908-359-0003

Cost: Free

Requirements To Enroll:

18 years of age or older
Completed Volunteer Application
Consent to a background check (No Cost associated with Background Check)
Consent to two (2) reference checks
Initial 30-Minute Virtual Pre-Screen with Manager of Volunteer Services
Ability to attend both mandated in-person training sessions
Ability to commit one year of consistent volunteer service to Safe+Sound Somerset

Volunteer Opportunities for 60-Hour Trained Volunteers:

Confidentiality Sexual Assault Response Team Advocate
Domestic Violence Response Team Advocate
Hotline Advocate
Legal Advocate
Safe House Support Aide
Life Skills & Activities Specialist
And more!

Click Here - https://bit.ly/3PU5JIh for more info and to sign up!

Questions? Dbrennan@safe-sound.org

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