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13 people are interested
Advocate: Crisis Line
ORGANIZATION: Rape and Abuse Crisis Center
Please visit the new page to apply.
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13 people are interested
Advocates answer crisis calls evenings and weekends from their own home (some daytime, onsite opportunities are available as well.) Provide crisis and short-term emotional support to those calling. Refer clients to appropriate community resources. Agency can provide cell phone if needed. Training is provided.
Fall Training will begin September 17, 2016. Dates and times can be found here: https://www.raccfm.com/news/view/3096
Advocates are asked to make a one year commitment and a two shift a month commitment. Evening Advocates work from home and are not required to stay awake the entire shift, as long as they can wake up to and answer their phone right away. Some daytime, on-location shifts are also available for those interested.
Shifts:
During Business Hours: Varies
After Hours: 8am-5pm weekends and holidays and 5pm-8am Monday - Friday.
More opportunities with Rape and Abuse Crisis Center
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About Rape and Abuse Crisis Center
Location:
PO Box 2984, Fargo, ND 58108, US
Mission Statement
Our mission is to provide crisis intervention, advocacy, and counseling services free of charge to all persons who have been victims of domestic violence or sexaul abuse, and to provide education and prevention programs to end personal violence in society.
Description
We assist those who have been affected by domestic violence and sexaul assault. We also provide education about these issues. All of our services are free and confidential.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
317 North 8th StreetFargo, ND 58102
DATE POSTED
January 24, 2018
SKILLS
- Advocacy
- People Skills
- Problem Solving
- Verbal / Written Communication
- Critical Thinking
- Customer Service
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- 50 hours of training/ two on-call shifts monthly
- Excellent communication skills; Ability to demonstrate empathy and stay calm in crisis situations