Child Advocate

What does a Volunteer Child Advocate do?

Child Advocates go out on calls with our Victim Advocates when children are invovled.  These advocates play and safety plan with children while their parent is talking to the victim.

What does a Volunteer Child Advocate need?

• Training is offered biannually and is a 42 hour program that covers all aspects of being an advocate. Call to reserve a space for our next training session.
• Must possess open, non-judgmental attitude toward survivors of crime
• Must be 21 years of age or older
• Must be willing to complete a background check
• Must be a victim advocate for one year prior
• Must be willing to make a one year commitment