Volunteer Opportunity Details:
| Last updated on October 22, 2009 |
Battered Women's Resources, SAFEPLAN Program provides In-Court Advocacy at 6 district courts in the Northwest Region. SAFEPLAN Advocates will have volunteer opportunities to:
Meet victims coming to court to file for M.G.L. c209A Restraining Orders
Identify yourself and explain your role as a SAFEPLAN Advocate
Explain to victims the process involved in obtaining and maintaining 209A Restraining Orders
Assist victims with filling out forms
Accompany victims before the Judge if the victim desires it
Safety planning and referrals
Provide emotional support and encouragement for victims of domestic violence as they go through the Civil Restraining Order process
Please Note: This is front line crisis work and volunteers will gain valuable skills
SAFEPLAN Advocates must meet the following requirements:
Interview with SAFEPLAN Senior Advocate
Must attend and complete Battered Women's Resources, Domestic Violence Training. Next training scheduled for November 9,10,16 & 17 2009
8:30 am -4:30pm.
Must attend and complete 24 hours of SAFEPLAN Training (Next training to be determined)
CORI Check
Must be available during courthouse hours (8:30a.m.-4:30 p.m.) and commit to at least four and one half (4 1/2) hours per week
Must complete 20 hours of shadowing at the courthouse with a certified SAFEPLAN Advocate before working with victims
Direct supervision by a Massachusetts certified SAFEPLAN Advocate
 This opportunity is sponsored by: Battered Women's Resources
Volunteers will work with the following groups
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| Abused / Battered |
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Older Adults (55+) |
| Adults (26-54) |
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Women |
| Men |
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Young Adults (18-25) |
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We need volunteers who are free at these times
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| Weekdays |
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Weekly |
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This volunteer opportunity is available to the following types of volunteers
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| Adults (26-54) |
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Unpaid Interns |
| Adults (55+) |
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Young Adults (18-25) |
| Individual |
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This volunteer opportunity addresses the following social interests
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| Advocacy & Human Rights |
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Human Services |
| Children & Youth |
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Rural |
| Domestic Violence |
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Sexual Assault |
| Elder Abuse |
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Women's |
| Family Violence |
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We are looking for volunteers with the following skills
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| Advocacy |
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Legal Services |
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Address:
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P.O. Box 1209
Leominster, MA 01453 |
Directions:
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Contact BWR for details
Nearest Bus Stop: Contact BWR |
Web Site: http://www.bwri.com
| Last updated on October 22, 2009 |
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