Volunteer Program Training Details

After you have been selected for a volunteer position you will need to fulfill the following training requirements. Core training happens 3 times a year. Training will be held VIRTUALLY* for all CORE & Specialized Program training. *Tentatively based on COVID numbers. Please note: you must attend and/or watch ALL of the training components.

Video trainings: Once you’ve been selected you will receive a link to approximately 10 hours of video trainings. These can be watched on your own time but must be completed prior to the core training.

Core training: This training provides basic information about SafeHouse Center and working with survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault.

Mandatory CORE Training:

Thursday, September 14, 6-9pm

Friday, September 15, 6-9pm

Saturday, September 16, 9am-4pm

Sunday, September 17, 9am-4pm

Specialized program training: These training sessions are geared to the specific volunteer position you are assigned to.

Mandatory Program Training:

Response Team- Saturday, September 30, 8am-4pm, Sunday, October 1, 8am-4pm (Virtual)

Helpline- Saturday, September 30, 9am-3pm and Sunday October 1, 9am-4:30pm (Virtual)

Helpline in-office training: Week of 10/8 and 10/15, Volunteers will complete one 4 hour training session each week (In-Person)

Shelter – Saturday, September 30, 9am-3pm (Virtual)

Children’s- Sunday October 1, 9am-1:30pm (Virtual)

Support Group- Saturday, September 30, 9am-4pm, Sunday, October 1, 9am-4pm (Virtual)