Crisis Center for South Suburbia to offer 40-Hour Domestic Violence Training

Tinley Park, IL -- The Crisis Center for South Suburbia (CCSS) will offer its biannual 40-Hour Domestic Violence Training this September! Some of the topics covered during the training: the definitions of domestic violence, myths and realities, the Cycle of Violence, types of abuse, direct service issues, safety planning, abuser profile, teen dating, issues in working with battered women and legal issues. CCSS highly skilled and licensed professionals will give participants an inside look how to address a victim or abuser and how to face issues within the workplace. This is a course open to any individual interested in being educated on what domestic violence is and learning about the dynamics of domestic violence. *Some topics within the course may be sensitive to previous victims of domestic violence.*

It is encouraged that individuals who are interested in volunteering at the Crisis Center, as well as to other volunteers and professionals serving domestic abuse victims. By completing the 40-Hour DV Training, participants will be allowed to do ‘client-based’ volunteering (working hotline, childcare, or court advocacy). Participants will also be eligible for CEU’s and ICDVP certifications.

The program will begin on Tuesday, September 22, 2015 in Tinley Park (specific location will be announced at a later date). Sessions take place from 6:00-9:00 pm, Monday through Thursday, for a three week period. Participants must attend all sessions to earn the 40-hour training certificate. The cost for the program is $150; the cost for students is $75 with proof of enrollment as a full- or part-time student.

To enroll in the program or to obtain additional information, please contact Camille Howard, Volunteer Coordinator, (708) 429-7255, ext. 124, or choward@crisisctr.org

Enrollment is limited and participants are accepted on a first come, first served basis.

The Crisis Center for South Suburbia’s mission is to provide emergency shelter and other essential services for individuals and families victimized by domestic violence and address the societal issues that contribute to domestic violence.

Visit www.crisisctr.org for more information on the Crisis Center for South Suburbia, ways to support its mission, and the services it provides.