Volunteer with Verity
Make a difference in Sonoma County
Join us in supporting survivors of sexual assault and human trafficking as a California State Certified Crisis Line Counselor! This rewarding opportunity involves providing crisis counseling, support, and advocacy to survivors and their families and loved ones.
When you volunteer with Verity, you receive:
CA State Certification as a Sexual Assault Counselor, Penal Code 1035.2
Transferable career experience for students and professionals in a wide arena of fields.
Applicable skills in active listening, trauma-informed care, and advocacy that will serve you beyond your service on the crisis line.
Internship hours and letters of recommendations, if needed.
The state certification includes:
Practical experience in crisis intervention and victim advocacy.
Training in hospital, law enforcement, and legal accompaniments.
Training in making referrals to community resources and partners.
Trauma-informed care skills and in-depth information about intersectional identities.
Networking opportunities with service providers & professionals in & beyond Sonoma County.
A sense of community and the reward of making a difference in the lives of survivors.
As a Crisis Line Counselor, you will:
Offer crisis intervention, support, and referrals via phone.
Attend in-person accompaniment services for medical exams, law enforcement interviews, and court appearances.
Follow-up with survivors based on their needs.
Serve 4-6 shifts per month on-call, including weekend and overnight shifts.
Requirements:
Minimum six-month commitment/4-6 shifts per month, based on your schedule and availability
Completion of a 40-hour training for state certification.
Current residence in Sonoma County, within 30 minutes drive of Sutter Hospital in Santa Rosa where forensic examinations and in-person accompaniments occur.
Ability to pass a background check.
Upcoming Training Dates
Tuesday, April 29th - Thursday, May 22nd
Sessions are Tuesday through Thursday, 5:30-9pm each week, and are a combination of in-person and virtual (Zoom).
The 40-hour training will provide you with:
CA State Certification as a Sexual Assault Crisis Counselor
Transferable preofessional development and resume-building experience
Applicable skills in active listening, trauma-informed care, and advocacy
Networking opportunities with service providers & professionals
A sense of community and the reward of making a meaningful difference in the lives of survivors.
The training features:
Expert speakers, trainers, and professionals.
Practical experience in crisis intervention and victim advocacy.
Training in hospital, law enforcement, and legal accompaniments.