Womanspace Seeks Volunteers For Domestic, Sex Abuse Response

Womanspace, Inc., a 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, county officials announced.

Applications will be accepted through Aug. 1. Fall training will be held in September. The 80-hour program will feature 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.

“We are very excited to be taking another volunteer class this fall,” 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.”

• They must be 18 years old;
• They must have a valid Driver’s license and available transportation;
• No criminal record history. There will be a background check and interview;
• They must attend mandatory training and attend monthly meetings;
• They must be able to communicate well with others and be sensitive to victims’ feelings; and
• Bilingual individuals and persons fluent in American Sign Language are encouraged to participate.

For more information, contact Domestic Violence Victim Response Team Coordinator Heidi Mueller at 609-392-0316 /dvvrt@womanspace.org or Sexual Assault Support Services Coordinator Alison Daks at sass@womanspace.org.

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