Volunteer

We value the role of our community as we support survivors of intimate partner violence and sexual violence. Volunteers provide survivors with a healing connection to the community. In addition, they offer the Grayson Crisis Center staff with critical support which fosters an environment focused on assisting and empowering clients to embark on a journey of healing and hope for tomorrow.

The Volunteer Program with the Crisis Center enhances the services offered by our programs. In order to support this, we offer the opportunity to serve with various Volunteer Teams.

CHILDCARE TEAM:

The Childcare Team provides parents with the opportunity to attend programming and services independently. This team also helps to provide an organized and sanitary environment in our play areas.

MOTIVATION TEAM:

The Motivation Team works to create an encouraging atmosphere for Clients and Staff. Tasks may include writing motivational notes, designing encouraging bulletin boards, and other morale boosting items.

TRANSPORTATION TEAM:

The Transportation Team provides transportation for clients, using a Center-owned vehicle.

COUNSELING TEAM:

The Counseling Team is made up of licensed counselors, or graduate students pursuing licensure with a supervising licensed counselor. Services are offered to clients at the Crisis Center or through online platforms.

ADVOCACY TEAM:

The Advocacy Team supports our Staff Advocates through administrative tasks, including but not limited to Resource research and management, processing paperwork for assessment and intake processes, and answering Hotline calls.

DONATION & SUPPLY TEAM:

The Donation & Supply Team works to sort donations, organize supply closets, take inventory of supplies, and communicate with our Community Donors.

COURT ACCOMPANIMENT TEAM:

The Court Accompaniment Team provides visibility in the courtroom to promote support for victims and is also available to provide emotional support for clients attending hearings.

PROGRAM TEAM:

The Program Team includes volunteers providing specialized services for our clients. These services may include Sexual Assault Advocates, Legal Services Advocates, and other Advocacy services requiring more extensive or specialized training.

TRANSLATION TEAM:

The Translation Team invites individuals with proficiency in more than one language to share their skill by providing in-person interpretation and/or document translation.

ON-CALL TEAM:

The On-Call Team is made up of individuals wishing to support special projects or occasional needs.

ALL volunteers must attend orientation. This is a one-hour, in-person orientation, where the volunteer will review policies and procedures in the Volunteer Handbook, have a tour of the facility and meet staff. Literature and Video training is provided for volunteers to have a basic understanding of family violence, sexual assault, and the role of our services in the community.

Each Team will have on-the-job training, specific to the duties performed by that Team.