Become a Volunteer Advocate
You can be a lifeline. Right from your own home.
Are you a compassionate listener? Comfortable talking on the phone? Passionate about helping others?
If so, we have a meaningful opportunity for you.
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Family Violence Project is seeking volunteer advocates to support survivors of domestic abuse through our 24-hour helpline. From the comfort of your own home, you can make a real difference—providing safety, support, and a listening ear to those in crisis.
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No experience? No problem. Volunteers receive free training through our Core Advocacy, Intervention, Response, and Ethics Training (CAIRET), where you’ll learn:
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How to support survivors of domestic violence with empathy and care
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How to build safety plans with callers
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What services and resources are available through FVP
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How to stay supported yourself—FVP staff are always a phone call away while you’re on shift
Upcoming Training Schedule 45-Hour CAIRE Volunteer Training (via Zoom):
Tuesdays, 5:30–8:30 PM
• January 27, 2026
• January 29, 2026
• February 3, 2026
• February 5, 2026
• February 10, 2026
• February 12, 2026
• February 17, 2026
• February 19, 2026
• February 24, 2026
• February 26, 2026
• March 3, 2026
• March 5, 2026
• March 10, 2026
• March 12, 2026
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Volunteer Requirements
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Must be 18 years or older
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Must complete a volunteer interview and pass background checks
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Interviews must be completed by Friday, January 16, 2025 at 5:00 PM
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The training is free, but a $25 donation is encouraged to help cover background check costs. If that’s not financially possible, don’t worry—no one will be turned away due to inability to donate.
Ready to Get Started?
To learn more or schedule your interview, contact:
Jaime Mooney
📧 jmooney@familyviolenceproject.org
📞 207-623-8637 x302
Join us. Be the voice of hope on the other end of the line.