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26 people are interested
On Call Victim Advocate
ORGANIZATION: Pickens County Advocacy Center
Please visit the new page to apply.
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26 people are interested
Pickens County Advocacy Center is a Sexual Assault Advocacy Center. This unpaid volunteer position is a direct services opportunity.
This position includes...
- Choosing 2-3 days per month to be on call for the agency
- Answering crisis calls for our 24 hour confidential hotline
- Attending Baptist Easley or Cannon Memorial if a survivor is in the emergency department
- Completing proper documentation during a hospital accompaniment
- Providing Compassion and Encouragement to survivors of sexual assault
- Training from the agency on how to properly respond to the crisis hotline and hospital calls
This opportunity will help volunteers gain helpful and insightful experience in the Victim Services Field. This position can be used as an internship if needed.
More opportunities with Pickens County Advocacy Center
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About Pickens County Advocacy Center
Location:
5190 Calhoun Memorial Hwy, Suite A, Easley, SC 29640, US
Mission Statement
Pickens County Advocacy Center provides immediate 24-hour response to sexual assault victims and their families through medical, court, and law enforcement escort, educational programs, information and referral, legal advocacy, and support services. PCAC also provides training for medical personnel, social service agencies, and law enforcement on the dynamics of sexual assault. As a continued service to community all services of the Pickens County Advocacy Center are complimentary and confidential.
Description
The purpose of the Pickens County Advocacy Center is to provide immediate 24-hour response to sexual assault victims and their families through medical, court, and law enforcement escort, educational programs, information and referral, legal advocacy, and support services. PCAC also provides training for medical personnel, social service agencies, and law enforcement on the dynamics of sexual assault. As a continued service to community all services of the Pickens County Advocacy Center are complimentary and confidential.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
Multiple locations Easley, SC 29640
DATE POSTED
April 15, 2024
SKILLS
- Advocacy
- Counseling / Mental Health
- Crisis Counseling
- People Skills
- Relationship Building
- Social Work
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Driver's License Needed
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- • 2+ days/month • Ability to be On Call during the following times • Monday-Friday 5:00PM-8:30AM (the following day) • Saturday & Sunday: 8:30AM to 8:30AM (the following day)
- • 25 Hours of Training Will Be Provided • Ability to get to Our Partner Hospitals in 45 Minutes • Confidentiality Agreement • Compassion