Victims Assistance program seeks volunteers for 2013
If one of your new year’s resolutions is to get involved in the community or to help others, consider joining the Castle Rock Victims Assistance Volunteer Team.
Volunteers are needed to offer emotional support and crisis intervention to people who are victims of crime or other tragic events. The volunteers provide victims with information on the criminal justice system and other resources to meet their needs. At least one victim advocate is on call each day of the weekend and for evening hours during the week.
“These dedicated volunteers help hundreds of victims of crime and those affected by other tragic events each year,” said Victim Assistance Coordinator Carole Malezija. “They are a critical member of the Town’s emergency response team.”
A 40-hour training will be held throughout April, starting April 4. Applications are now available by calling 303-663-6110 or emailing VictimsAssistance@CRgov.com. Because the application includes an interview and a criminal background check, applications will only be accepted until March 8, 2013.
Volunteers must be at least 21 years old, be able to work on-call, have an open and non-judgmental attitude and be able to communicate effectively.
All volunteers are required to complete the April training and a four-hour ride-a-long with a Castle Rock police officer.
Questions? Contact Victims Assistance Coordinator Carole Malezija,303-663-6110 or cmalezija@CRgov.com.
Caroline Kipp - Community Relations Specialist
Town of Castle Rock | 100 N. Wilcox St. | Castle Rock, CO 80104
303.660.1380 | ckipp@crgov.com
Source: Press Release
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