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 and in the community

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 and have access to transportation and a phone
 

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, calm and compassionate demeanor

Basic knowledge of sexual violence 

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

Please see application for detailed requirements.

Supporting Survivors of Sexualized Violence Training

Scenario and role-play training

Additional training opportunities, as needed (SafeTalk, ASIST, etc)

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: 7.5 - Supporting Survivors of Sexualized Violence Training + approx. 2.5 hours scenario training. All training sessions must be attended.

Assist with delivering child safety and abuse prevention education to elementary school students Grades K - 5.

We are so proud of our Kids on the Block program and are looking for people who are committed to child safety to help us deliver these presentations in schools.  If you've ever wanted your inner actor to shine, here is a chance to use your skills and create some positive change.  Volunteers who are interested are provided with education about child safety and training to be a puppeteer.  You will be well supported by our staff Education and Outreach person and will receive a small honorarium for each presentation you assist with.  We will schedule you for presentations according to your availability, so this is ideal for university students, people who are retired and those with flexible work schedules!  Contact us to learn more!

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 verbal communication skills 

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

Experience working with children would be an asset *

Supporting Survivors of Sexualized Violence training

Kids on the Block Training to develop puppeteering skills

Application: Fill out an application and submit it to rsac@sasktel.net  Please note on your application that you are interested in Kids on the Block.

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 approximately 14 hours and volunteers must complete this before helping with presentations.