Spokane, WA

As a Crisis Response Advocate you will provide phone assistance and accompany victims of sexual assault and other crimes during exams at Spokane area hospitals. You will provide crisis intervention, support, referrals and information to survivors of sexual assault and other crimes, their families and loved ones.

*This is a volunteer position*

Please apply at forms.gle/UpCjir4ZEWb1Mivz5

High Impact:

In 2018, our local sexual assault and crime victim crisis line received 2672 calls. These calls are often made by people at some of the hardest moments of their lives. Advocates provide a crucial lifeline, information people wouldn't otherwise know about health care, legal, and support options following victimization. Crime victims who work with community based victim advocates (like us) are more likely to seek medical care and follow through with the justice process, making our whole community a safer healthier place too.

Our clients say: " When I was assaulted I had no idea where to turn. My friend gave me the number for the hotline. The advocate gave me resources and walked me through my options. She knew her resources and she stayed by my side. I'm so glad I reached out."

High Reward:
Volunteering as a Crisis Response Advocate (CRA) you will have hands-on experience with survivors and a dynamic team. It's a great addition to your resume, but more importantly you'll have a deeply meaningful experience with each shift as you interact directly with callers. You'll learn a ton of new skills that translate to every workplace and relationship you engage in. You'll also be a part of a fun and compassionate volunteer and staff team.

Our advocates say: "Being with someone during such a scary time, and helping them feel like there's hope, like they are supported and not alone... I really feel like I've made a difference at the end of every shift. It's changed my life."

High Flexibility:
Training and meetings are typically held at our office, but shifts are worked at home with response to area hospitals when needed. We ask for a one year commitment with at least 4 shifts per month. Shift sign up is on a first come, first served basis so be the first at our monthly meetings to get your desired shift.
Our advocates say: "Doing most of my work at home makes it so much easier! I can still get my homework done, without having to sacrifice what's important to me."

Highly Supported
*Our trainer and supervisor will be with you every step of the way.
*You'll have 24/7 access to a supervisor to talk through tough situations, problem-solve, or debrief.
*You'll be a part of dynamic monthly meetings that allow you to connect with other fun-loving volunteers who are making a difference.
*You'll have access to comfort from our facility dog Walker to prevent vicarious trauma.

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7 days ago