Peace Over Violence encourages caring and compassionate individuals from the diverse communities of LA County to become trauma informed Counselor Advocates working directly with survivors of sexual and domestic violence.
Upon completion of the training, you will be part of the Peace Over Violence Intervention Division’s Emergency Response Team, volunteering for either of the following programs: 24-Hour Hotline and Emergency Response Team or Domestic Abuse Response Team.
Training begins Wednesday, January 18, 2023
Graduation: March 11, 2023
Weekly on Wednesdays 6:30pm - 9:30pm (virtual, via Zoom) and Saturdays, 9am - 5pm (in-person at 1541 Wilshire Blvd. 3rd Fl, Los Angeles CA 90017)
(no training on February 18th- President’s Day Weekend)
Application Deadline: January 6, 2023
To apply and for information regarding the training, please contact: advocates@peaceoverviolence.org
Requirements
Commitment to one full year of service
Be 18 years of age or older
Reliable transportation, valid driver’s license and insurance
Must live in LA County. Prefer community members from Metro LA or West San Gabriel Valley
For the safety of yourself and others, proof of vaccination is required as there are days the training will take place in-person.
Benefits
Become a trauma informed Counselor Advocate
Provide direct services to survivors via our 24-hour hotline and respond in person
Help strengthen community partner relationships
Enhanced knowledge of sexual assault, domestic violence, child sexual abuse, intimate partner stalking, and other topics relating to violence
Become a representative of a nationally recognized organization
Give back to communities impacted by violence
* No previous experience is required. Please note: all counselor advocates will be subject to an LAPD or POV criminal background check. Due to the monolingual populations we serve, bilingual candidates fluent in Spanish and/or American Sign Language are encouraged to apply.