Nonprofit
Published 10/21/25 12:56PM

Help Support Survivors - Volunteer Advocates Needed!

Hybrid, Volunteer must be in or near Kansas City, MO
I Want to Help


  • Details

    Available Times:
    Weekdays (daytime, evenings), Weekends (daytime, evenings)
    Time Commitment:
    Flexible
    Commitment Details:
    - Be able to commit to at least one year of Volunteer service.
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    50
    Cause Areas:
    Human Rights & Civil Liberties, Mental Health, Women
    Benefits:
    Training Provided
    Good For:
    Age 55+
    Participation Requirements:
    Driver’s License, Background Check, Attend Orientation
    Age Requirement:
    18+
    Other Requirements:
    - Pass a Criminal Background Check & Fingerprint registry (requires a Social Security number)

    Description

    Help Support Survivors - Volunteer Advocates Needed!

    MOCSA exists to improve the lives of those impacted by sexual abuse and assault and to prevent sexual violence in our community. Volunteers are vital to this mission, and we offer a variety of ways for you to get involved:

    • Hospital Advocate: Hospital Advocates provide emotional support, information and resources for survivors during the forensic exam process. As a Hospital Advocate, your presence can make a significant impact on the journey to healing. Volunteers set their own schedules and have staff support during every shift.
    • Crisis Line: Help survivors and their loved ones on our 24-Hour Crisis Line. Crisis Line Volunteers navigate questions and concerns while offering resources and support. This is not a call center position - volunteer from the comfort of your couch!
    • Project Aware (Education): Help raise awareness of sexual violence in schools through MOCSA's Project Aware curriculum. This easy to learn program teaches K-5 students about body safety, identifying safe adults, and understanding consent. If you enjoy working with kids and have daytime availability, this role is for you!

    Why Volunteer With MOCSA?

    As a 24-Hour organization, we always need help. Our volunteer roles offer flexible, on-call scheduling to fit your availability. No previous experience is necessary - we provide comprehensive training and ongoing support to ensure you feel confident and prepared in your role. All you need is a compassionate heart, a willingness to learn and a commitment to making a difference.

    Volunteer Requirements:

    • Complete a 40 hour training course (combination of online work and an in-person session offered quarterly)
    • Background Check for Kansas and Missouri
    • Fingerprint Registration

    Interested? Click "I want to help" visit us at our website or email us at volunteer@mocsa.org with any questions.

    At MOCSA we are committed to Inclusion, Diversity, Equity & Accessibility (IDEA) and invite you to be part of our dedicated and passionate team. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer who embraces and encourages differences in age, color, ethnicity, family or marital status, gender identity or expression, language, national origin, physical and mental ability, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, veteran status, and other characteristics that make us unique. Individuals who have been personally impacted by sexual violence are encouraged to apply. We believe that each employee is key to our success, and inclusion is everyone's responsibility.

    Location

    Hybrid
    Volunteer must be in or near Kansas City, MO
    Associated Location
    Kansas City, MO, USA

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