Volunteer on our crisis line

Promptly answer the sexual assault crisis line when a call comes through, and respond accordingly

Provide immediate emotional support to survivors of sexual assault, domestic violence, and historical abuse, as well as any secondary victims who may call the line

Facilitate accompaniment to the hospital and police station as requested by the caller

Provide information regarding medical and forensic procedures, and options for reporting to police

Provide survivors the opportunity to make informed choices

Provide information on counselling and other services offered through Regina Sexual Assault Centre

Provide support and information to family and other support people who are present with the survivor at the hospital and police station

Represent the Regina Sexual Assault Centre in a professional manner and advocate on behalf of the survivor when necessary

18+ years of age

Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Sector Check (Must be within 6 months of applying for volunteer position)

Reside in the Regina area
 

Excellent written and verbal communication skills 

Experience providing support to survivors of trauma would be an asset * 

First Responder to Sexual Assault and Abuse Training

Scenario and role-play training

Application: Fill out an application and submit it to rsac@sasktel.net

Interview: After completion and review of the application, selected applicants will be scheduled for an interview with the coordinator. This gives us a chance to learn more about you as well as an opportunity for you to learn more about the program.

Acceptance: After an interview and reference check, all volunteers will be informed by the coordinator if they have been accepted into training.

Training: Training is three days, and volunteers are required to attend every session.