24-Hour Crisis Response Team
Provide crisis intervention and advocacy to domestic violence survivors on location at police stations in Union County or remotely by phone at the time of a DV incident. Requirements: Valid NJ driver’s license and access to a vehicle, 40 Hour DV Training, criminal background check, and 1 year commitment. Bilingual (English/Spanish) is preferred but not required. Availability needed: on-call flexible scheduling – choose your shifts monthly (primarily evenings, weekends, overnight).
Confidential Sexual Violence Advocate
Survivors of sexual violence deserve to be heard, believed, and supported. As a Confidential Sexual Violence Advocate, you’ll provide compassionate, trauma‑informed support to individuals during some of their most vulnerable moments. Volunteers receive comprehensive training and ongoing support, and all advocacy is strictly confidential. If you’re a good listener, value privacy, and want to make a meaningful impact in your community, we invite you to join us.
24-Hour Domestic Violence Hotline
Provide resources, referrals, advocacy, support and intervention to callers. Requirements: 40 Hour DV Training, criminal background check, and 1 year commitment. Bilingual (English/Spanish) is required. Availability needed: weekdays, weekends, holidays, overnight.
Court Advocacy
Provide emotional support and legal options to domestic violence survivors applying for a Final Restraining Order at the Union County Courthouse. Requirements: 40 Hour DV Training, criminal background check, and 1 year commitment. Bilingual (English/Spanish) is required. Availability needed: weekdays, 8:30am.
Board of Directors and Board Committees
We are always looking for dedicated community leaders to join our Board of Directors and serve on Board Committees, including Finance, Development, and Governance. Please contact Kathryn Lynch if you have expertise in these areas and would be interested in serving.
