Crisis Counseling Intern

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Organization: Ampersand Sexual Violence Resource Center of the Bluegrass

Position: Crisis Counseling Intern

Vision Statement: Freedom from sexual violence.

Mission Statement: Support Individuals & Engage Communities

Contact: Alexandria Sehon, Volunteer Coordinator

Essential Duties
Provide crisis counseling and medical and legal advocacy within Ampersand’s 17 county service region.

1. Provide telephone support on our 24/7 support line
2. Listen to, believe, and support individuals impacted by sexual violence using crisis intervention skills and grounding techniques
3. Provide accurate information to callers about crime victims’ rights, the police reporting process, medical assistance, community resources, and Ampersand programs
4. Complete the initial intake paperwork with new clients via telephone
5. Provide in-person advocacy at hospital emergency rooms and police departments
6. Respond to area hospitals to provide in-person support and advocacy for individuals impacted by sexual violence
7. Provide support and information to survivors and family/friends of survivors during medical and forensic processes
8. Collaborate with medical and criminal justice staff to ensure coordinated services to survivors seeking care
9. Complete all Ampersand documentation of direct services on time and in compliance with HIPAA and Ampersand policy

Benefits of Internships:

--> Receive hands on training in crisis counseling and victims advocacy
--> Work with counseling and advocacy professionals in our Lexington Office
--> Provide crucial support to individuals impacted by sexual violence
--> Opportunities for professional networking and continuing education and training
--> Highly motivated interns can receive a letter of recommendation from the Volunteer Coordinator

Qualifications

• Must be 20 years of age or older
• Be able to pass a background and reference check
• Have access to reliable transportation, valid driver’s license, and appropriate level of insurance
• Be willing to drive up to 1 hour as part of daily duties
• Complete the 40-hour volunteer training
• Commit to at least 20 service hours a month
• Willing to take an intersectional, anti-oppression approach to work
• Basic understanding of interpersonal violence