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Advocate for Those Surviving Domestic Violence (age 18+) Referral
Home Free, our domestic violence prevention program provides survivor centered support designed to prevent people from having to return to abusive homes. Services include a crisis line, housing, intensive case management, restraining order advocacy, support groups, and systems navigation, along with ongoing support. Our volunteers answer the hotline or help survivors with restraining orders. Both positions provide resources and safety planning.
Volunteering with Home Free Is very rewarding and requires a large commitment. You must attend 50 hours of training, most of which can be done online. The training contains information on the cycle of domestic violence, safety planning, advocacy, community resources and restraining order instructions. Due to the investment in up-front training, we request a 12-month commitment to volunteering once per week for 3-4 hours.
Currently Hotline volunteers are working remotely. Hours are Monday through Friday 9:00-5:00. Though hotline work can be done remotely, You will need to live in the area to use one of our computers and complete your training. The Restraining Order Room Advocates volunteers are located at the Multnomah County Courthouse on Weekday mornings or working remotely weekday mornings, 8:30-12:30.
Qualifications:
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Awareness of issues of domestic violence, homelessness, and diversity a plus
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Bilingual volunteers desired in ANY language!
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Commitment of 1 year, 3-4 hours per week
At Volunteers of America, our mission is to change lives by promoting self-determination, building strong communities and standing for social justice. We are passionate about finding innovative solutions to our community's most intractable social problems. From at-risk youth to victims of domestic violence, recovering addicts and the frail elderly, Volunteers of America provides a range of supportive and empowering services to our area's most vulnerable populations - and works with them to rebuild their lives and reach their full potential.
Opportunity Requirements:
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Volunteers must be 18 years of age or older to participate in this opportunity.
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**This is a Referral Opportunity, which means it is run directly by one of our nonprofit partners. Once you express interest, someone from the partner organization should follow up with you shortly to discuss confirming you as a volunteer for this opportunity.
**Please note, your hours may not be recorded in your Hands On Greater Portland account since this is a partner-managed opportunity.
Family Services, Justice & Legal Services
People with Health-based Concerns, Other
Counseling,Hotline/Information Center Support
Age Minimum (with Adult): 18+, Minimum Age:18+
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