Join us in supporting survivors of sexual assault and human trafficking as a 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 needhe 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.

Training Details: Our next training starts on January 7th, 2025 and concludes on January 23rd, 2025.

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 6-12 hours/week on-call, including weekend and overnight shifts.

Requirements:

• Minimum six-month commitment/6-12 hours per week
• Completion of a 40-hour training for state certification.
• Current residence in Sonoma County, within 30 minutes drive of Sutter Hospital where forensic examinations and in-person accompaniments occur.
• Ability to pass a background check.

Contact [email protected] or use our online application. 

Note: For prevention work interest, email [email protected].