Domestic Violence Services (DVS)

DVS works with all survivors of domestic violence, regardless of identity. This program assists with crisis intervention, safety planning, housing, court advocacy, and more.

** Confidentiality is extremely important for this program. Volunteers may see clients that they know. **

Special Requirements:

• *Must pass background check*
• DVS requires all volunteers to complete a Criminal Background check if working directly with clients or filing documents
• DVS requires volunteers to commit to at least 10 hours

DVS will allow youth 12-17 years old to volunteer with parental consent

Duties

On-call movers:

• Arranging furniture donations.

Volunteers:

• Organizing storage unit and clothing closet;
• Organizing client-centered events, clothing donations, and food distributions;
• Posting flyers and distributing outreach materials within the community;
• Searching for grants and donations;
• Helping in community civic events;
• Cleaning and decorating DVS Center; and
• Looking after children during group therapy and support groups

Dates and times available:

Monday–Friday: 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. with flexible timing (schedule to be coordinated with Program Leader). Training would take 1–2 hours on location or virtually.

Group Therapy and Support Group:

Tuesdays: 5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Trauma and Domestic Violence training would take 2+ hours on location or virtually.