| Last updated on August 6, 2008 |
 PAR Volunteers provide comfort and support to adult and child victims of sexual assault that are seen at the Medical University of South Carolina for forensic exams; from Charleston, Dorchester and Berkeley Counties. Volunteers also answer calls from the 24 hour crisis hotline during the on-call shift.
As an advocate, you may be involved in:
- 24 Hour Crisis Hotline, providing support to victims in times of crisis
- Hospital Response
- Providing additional resources and referrals appropriate for clients
- Facilitating or Co-facilitation Support Groups
- Event and Fundraiser Planning
As advocates, volunteers have direct contact with sexual assault victims in times of crisis and have the opportunity to network with victim assistance agencies.
All Volunteers must successfully complete a mandatory 25 hours of Volunteer Training offered quarterly.
All Volunteers must pass a background check
This opportunity is sponsored by: People Against Rape
Volunteers will work with the following groups
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| Abused / Battered |
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Low-income / Poverty |
| Adolescents (13-17) |
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Men |
| Adults (26-54) |
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Military |
| Children (5-12) |
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Minorities |
| Disabled / Ill |
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Older Adults (55+) |
| Families / Parents |
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Students |
| Homeless |
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Women |
| Infants / Preschoolers (0-4) |
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Young Adults (18-25) |
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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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Men's |
| Children & Youth |
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Sexual Assault |
| Human Services |
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Women's |
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We are looking for volunteers with the following skills
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| Advocacy |
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Fundraising |
| Counseling / Information Support |
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Contact Person:
Tiffany Minaudo, Volunteer Coordinator, (phone), (email)
Address:
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2154 N. Center Street Suite 302
N. Charleston, SC 29406
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This opportunity can also be performed in these locations:
| Counties: |
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| Berkeley |
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Charleston |
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Dorchester |
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Web Site: http://www.peopleagainstrape.org
Miscellaneous Information
| Expected Outcome |
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To ensure each victim of sexual assault is offered support and encouragement during the initial medical exam.
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| What supplies are needed to complete this project |
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N/A
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| What supplies will volunteers be asked to provide |
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N/A
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