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8 people are interested
STAND UP against sexual violence
ORGANIZATION: Rockford Sexual Assault Counseling, Inc.
Please visit the new page to apply.
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8 people are interested
**NEW TRAINING CLASS STARTING APRIL 13th**
Rockford Sexual Assault Counseling, Inc. recruits volunteers to provide advocacy for victims of sexual assault or abuse and their families. Volunteers play an important role in helping victims feel they are not alone and not to blame for the assault or abuse.
Our agency provides a 40 hour training session for all volunteers. The topics discussed will include, but are not limited to: basic advocacy techniques, the Illinois Criminal Sexual Assault Law, medical care of the victim, crisis intervention, child sexual abuse, and community resources. Volunteers providing advocacy play a crucial role in providing crisis intervention services to victims of assault or abuse.
​Requirements for becoming an RSAC volunteer:
- At least 18 years old
- Background check
- Available for on call two weekday evenings a month or one weekend day a month
- Have reliable transportation with insurance
- Have a phone
​Fee for training class is $40 to cover materials. Scholarships are available.
More opportunities with Rockford Sexual Assault Counseling, Inc.
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About Rockford Sexual Assault Counseling, Inc.
Location:
4990 E. State Street, Rockford, IL 61108, US
Mission Statement
Rockford Sexual Assault Counseling, Inc. (RSAC) responds to the needs of victims of sexual assault/abuse and their families/significant others through emergency services, emotional support, counseling, referral, advocacy, and education - and promotes awareness and understanding of sexual assault. The focus of RSAC is to provide services to survivors of sexual assault/abuse and to educate the community to reduce the risk of sexual violence.
Description
Provides free counseling for any person who is a survivor of sexual assaultor abuse and their significant others. Adults and children, of past or recent sexual assaults. RSAC also operates information booths, provides self-defense classes to children and adults, and provides prevention programs in area schools.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
4990 E state streetrockford, IL 61108
DATE POSTED
March 26, 2019
SKILLS
- People Skills
- Problem Solving
- Crisis Counseling
- Advocacy
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Driver's License Needed
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training