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Medical Advocate

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ORGANIZATION: Zacharias Sexual Abuse Center

  • 37 people are interested
Medical Advocacy

Volunteer in Lake County and Support Survivors of Sexual Assault!
ZCenter is looking for Medical Advocates to support survivors of sexual assault in the emergency room (we serve all hospitals in Lake County).

Medical Advocates offer emotional support and resources on-site to the survivor and her/his loved ones.

Medical Advocates are present with the survivor throughout their time in the hospital. You will be a support before and after the medical exam and will provide resources for survivors, allowing them to be aware of all their options as they make informed decisions.

Our 40-hour Sexual Assault Crisis Intervention Training will equip you with the tools and resources you need for this opportunity. We offer four trainings throughout the year. Our training covers:

  • History of the Rape Crisis Movement
  • Cultural Competency
  • Components of Sexual Assault and Abuse
  • Crisis Intervention
  • Medical, Legal, and Support Line Advocacy
  • Prevention Education & Community Outreach
Our training is interactive and includes role plays and various presentations from professionals within the agency and in the community. You will also interact with current volunteers through our panel, where they share their volunteer experience and answer questions you may have.

ZCenter Medical Advocates respond to hospitals throughout Lake County and the schedule is flexible based upon your availability. Please contact Emily Cadwell at ecadwell@zcenter.org or 847-244-1187 x.115 to learn more.

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About Zacharias Sexual Abuse Center

Location:

4275 Old Grand Ave, Gurnee, IL 60031, US

Mission Statement

Our Mission: To provide a place where survivors of sexual assault and abuse can heal and mobilize the community toward action to end sexual violence. Our Vision: To create a community free from sexual violence.

Description

Zacharias Sexual Abuse Center seeks to provide quality, comprehensive, client-centered services to survivors of sexual assault and abuse. These services are provided in partnership with the survivor in the spirit of equality, free from judgment or oppression.

We believe that the women, men, and children we serve are entitled to respect, accessible services, privacy, empowerment, and advocacy.

ZCenter’s services are free and are available to all survivors regardless of race, gender, language, ability, sexual orientation, or religion.

ZCenter seeks to be an active presence in the community to speak up in support of and in partnership with all survivors of sexual violence. ZCenter provides services to the community at large and to other professionals and service providers to enhance the understanding of the impact of sexual violence on everyone.

CAUSE AREAS

Advocacy & Human Rights
Crisis Support
Advocacy & Human Rights, Crisis Support

WHEN

Tue Dec 17, 2024 - Sun Mar 16, 2025

WHERE

Multiple locations Gurnee, IL 60031

(42.36526,-87.92368)
 

DATE POSTED

December 17, 2024

SKILLS

  • Problem Solving
  • Critical Thinking
  • People Skills
  • Youth Services
  • Crisis Intervention
  • Relationship Building

GOOD FOR

N/A

REQUIREMENTS

  • Driver's License Needed
  • Background Check
  • Must be at least 18
  • Orientation or Training
  • At least 24 hours per month

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