Womanspace Seeks Volunteers In Mercer County

LAWRENCE TOWNSHIP, NJ - Womanspace is looking for volunteers. The nonprofit agency that provides services to people impacted by domestic and sexual violence is currently accepting volunteer applications for the Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Victim Response teams, through Jan. 18, 2019. Spring training begins in March.

“We are very excited to be taking another volunteer class this spring,” Domestic Violence Victim Response Team Coordinator Heidi Mueller said. This program is truly amazing and extensive; not only do these volunteers go on to give crucial information, they also give emotional support to victims.”

The 80-hour program will include specialized training on such topics as the law, sensitivity to the needs of victims and their children, and how to provide swift, safe and appropriate responses at a very critical time for families.

Womanspace will be accepting applications from prospective volunteers who meet the following minimum requirements:

• 18 years of age
• Possess a valid Driver’s license & available transportation in order to respond to Mercer County Police Departments and hospital emergency rooms
• No Criminal Record History (Applicants must submit information for a background check & interview)
• Attend mandatory training and attend monthly meetings
• Ability to communicate well with others and be sensitive to victims’ feelings
• Bilingual individuals and persons fluent in American Sign Language are encouraged to participate

For more information, contact Mueller at 609-394-0136 or dvvrt@womanspace.org, or Sexual Assault Support Services Coordinator Alison Daks at sass@womanspace.org.

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