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4 people are interested
Removing Language Barriers
ORGANIZATION: FRIENDS, INC
Please visit the new page to apply.
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4 people are interested
Victims of domestic and sexual violence find safety and security at FRIENDS. While staying in our shelter or meeting with an advocate for 1:1 sessions, we want to make sure all of our clients receive the best care possible. Language barriers between staff and clients can make a scary or traumatizing time even scarier for the client.
If you can help by signing on to be an interpreter with us, the difference you make will be immeasurable!
DUTIES:
- Attend client/staff sessions in-person at FRIENDS
- Interpret conversations between FRIENDS staff and clients
- Maintain confidentiality of clients and staff
- Translate documents as able
Qualifications:
- Motivated to help others
- Preferred: knowledge of Domestic and Sexual Violence Trauma, but will train as necessary
- Qualified or certified interpreters - our biggest current need is for Spanish speaking interpreters, but we are hoping to expand our pool of volunteers to be as inclusive as possible.
- ATA Certified
Contact Holland Dvorak at:
262-334-5598 ext. 110
TLPAdvocate@friendswi.org
More opportunities with FRIENDS, INC
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About FRIENDS, INC
Location:
PO BOX 117, WEST BEND, WI 53095, US
Mission Statement
FRIENDS, Inc. empowers and provides safety to those affected by domestic or sexual violence through support services and prevention education in Washington County.
Description
FRIENDS is the sole provider of domestic and sexual violence services in Washington County. All services are offered free of charge and confidentially. Services can be accessed as a community member or as a resident of the shelter.
Emergency Shelter and 24 Hour Crisis Line
Domestic and Sexual Violence Individual Advocacy
Weekly Support Groups
Case Management
Legal Assistance, Advocacy and Representation
Medical Advocacy
Children’s Counseling and Support Group
Art Therapy for all ages in Group and Individual Settings
Teen Counseling and Support Group
Prevention Education Programs for Youth and Adult Audiences
Resource Lending Library
Transitional Living Program
FRIENDS' trained and experienced staff is dedicated to providing aid and support to those affected by vio lence in their homes or relationships. Services are available to children, adolescents, and adult victims of domestic and sexual violence and non-offending significant others of victims.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
P.O. Box 117West Bend, WI 53095
DATE POSTED
June 18, 2018
SKILLS
- American Sign Language
- Bilingual
- Translation
- English as a Secondary Language (ESL)
- Spanish
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- Minimum 6 months