Volunteer

Qualifications

Ability to maintain strict confidentiality of all issues surrounding calls for service to victims, information shared in volunteer training and information about the organization

Must be 19 years or older

Good written and verbal communication skills

Ability to deal effectively with crisis situations

Ability to commit to one year’s service

Willing to submit personal references, provide a criminal record check and attend an interview

Suitability to provide sensitive, emotionally safe and effective service to victims on behalf of Victim Services of Huron County

Valid driver’s license and own transportation

Willing to complete minimum standards training and evaluation, attend ongoing meetings and educational development opportunities

Ability to work as part of a crisis team

Cell Phone

Please note: Acceptance into volunteer training does not guarantee  an applicant will be involved in direct service provision to victims. All staff, volunteers and board members will be subjected to a criminal record and Children’s Aid Society check. References will be checked as part of the screening process.