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Published 10/20/25 1:35PM

Franklin County Helpline Volunteer Advocate

SEXUAL ASSAULT PREVENTION AND RESPONSE SERVICES
Hybrid, Volunteer must be in or near Farmington, ME
I Want to Help

    • Details

    Available Times:
    Weekdays (daytime, evenings), Weekends (daytime, evenings)
    Time Commitment:
    Flexible
    Commitment Details:
    A 40 hour initial training is required. After training has been successfully completed, volunteers choose their own Helpline shifts (6a to 6p or 6p-6a)
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    5
    Cause Areas:
    Crime & Safety, Human Rights & Civil Liberties, Mental Health
    Benefits:
    Stipend Provided, Training Provided, Language / Cultural Support Available
    Good For:
    Public Groups, Age 55+
    Participation Requirements:
    Driver’s License, Background Check, Attend Orientation
    Age Requirement:
    18+
    Other Requirements:
    Reliable transportation with the ability to respond to requests for medical accompaniment and emergency legal accompaniment.

    Description

    Are you a good listener? Want to support others?

    Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Services (SAPARS) is looking for volunteer advocates to respond to its 24-hour helpline and make a difference in the lives of people affected by sexual assault.

    Volunteer advocates receive extensive training and support to prepare them to effectively respond to callers.

    Volunteer advocates are notified of calls through their cell phones from the answering service, allowing them to be on call from their homes or another location where they have a private space to talk.

    Volunteer advocates must be over the age of 18, empathetic and dependable, with access to reliable transportation. All potential volunteers must complete a 40 hour training and screening process which includes criminal and DHHS background checks. No prior experience is necessary.

    Call SAPARS at 784-5272, or visit www.sapars.org to learn more!

    Location

    Hybrid
    Volunteer must be in or near Farmington, ME
    Associated Location
    Fairbanks Rd, Farmington, ME 04938, USA

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