FORENSIC INTERVIEW
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MEDICAL EXAMINATION DEPARTMENT
THERAPY
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- 541-734-KIDS (5437)
- Report Abuse
At Children’s Advocacy Center, we offer two primary avenues for volunteering, each tailored to different skill sets and interests. One involves providing direct services to children, while the other focuses on administrative and/or development tasks.
For Volunteers Working Directly with Children:
Complete an Application and Consent to a Background Check: Ensuring the safety and well-being of the children we serve is paramount, hence a background check is required.
Participate in an Interview with our Outreach & Communications Manager: This interview helps us understand your motivations and ensures a good fit for both you and the organization.
Attend the Stewards of Children/Darkness to Light Training: This training, offered monthly at no cost, equips volunteers with essential knowledge and skills to recognize and respond to child sexual abuse.
Watch Specific Videos Covering Important Topics: Volunteers will be required to watch videos covering topics such as sexual abuse, sexual offenders, and shaken baby syndrome, further enhancing their understanding of the issues.
Optional: Attend “Responding to Allegations of Child Maltreatment” Training: Offered twice annually by our Multidisciplinary Task Force (MDT), this two-day training is recommended for those seeking a deeper understanding of responding to child maltreatment allegations.
Complete Additional On-Site Training: Depending on the specific position or project, volunteers may undergo additional training relevant to their role.
For Volunteers Involved in Administrative and/or Development Activities:
Fill out an Application and Consent to a Background Check: Similar to direct service volunteers, administrative and development volunteers are required to undergo a background check.
Have an Initial Interview with our Outreach & Communications Manager: This interview serves to align your skills and interests with available opportunities within the organization.
Attend the Stewards of Children/Darkness to Light Training: Regardless of the role, all volunteers participate in this training to ensure a shared understanding of our mission and values.
Meet with the Community Engagement Team: This meeting is an opportunity to explore specific administrative or development opportunities and possibilities that align with your skills and interests.
Participate in Quarterly Training Sessions: These two-hour sessions, held quarterly, provide ongoing training and support for volunteers engaged in administrative and development activities.
Volunteer with our Intake/Advocacy Department and be an advocate for families seeking support at the Children’s Advocacy Center. Opportunities include serving as a Child Advocate, providing ongoing support to families, and assisting with childcare during parent group sessions. Make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and families in need.
Volunteer with us in the Medical Examinations department and be a crucial part of our team. Help transport FedEx packages, organize exam rooms, and assist with scheduling appointments. Your efforts directly contribute to providing seamless care for children and families in need.
Join our Therapy Department as a Volunteer and make a meaningful impact in supporting our clients on their healing journey. Your role is crucial in ensuring smooth operations and optimal care. Responsibilities include organizing therapy rooms, assisting therapists, and upholding organizational values.
Join our Outreach and Community Engagement team and make a significant impact in educating the community on child abuse and the Children’s Advocacy Center. Duties may include contacting local businesses/organizations, gathering marketing/advertising resources, attending job fairs/events, promoting/coordinating CAC events/fundraisers, researching relevant news, and other assigned tasks.
Our volunteer opportunities within the Prevention Program offer a chance to make a real difference. Through engaging workshops, seminars, and educational initiatives, volunteers play a vital role in equipping individuals, organizations, and communities with the knowledge and skills needed to recognize, respond to, and prevent child abuse and neglect.
Join our Administration team as a Volunteer and play a vital role in supporting the crucial work of the CACJC. By contributing to digital record keeping and organization, you’ll help ensure the smooth operation of our administrative processes. Duties may include data entry, updating resource lists, organizing data files/email, transcription, entering survey results, and other assigned tasks.
