Program offers individuals an opportunity to volunteer to assist staff members with advocacy, clerical, fundraising, and prevention program events. Volunteers must complete a 12-session training program which is offered in the fall and spring; certificates are awarded.

Volunteer Opportunities for Certified Sexual Assault Counselor with New York State Department of Health: free training provided by agency.

CVAC volunteers generally fill two vital roles; answering our 24/7 support line, and providing medical advocacy to the local area hospitals. To do so, volunteers must apply and be able to complete our 40-hour rape crisis counselor training. Upon completion, volunteers will become certified NYS Rape Crisis Counselors through the Department of Health. Trainings are generally offered in the fall and the spring, and occasionally in the summer. Below you will find the current training schedule, and some frequently asked questions about volunteering with our agency.

Offers and require special training for working on one of the hotlines or advocating for crime victims. Clerical and assisting with fund raising, marketing, and answering phones.

Volunteer Opportunities for Certified Sexual Assault Counselor with New York State Department of Health: free training provided by agency.

Provides crisis intervention and counseling services through SAAVE (Sexual Assault, Abuse and Victim’s Empowerment), a 24-hour support program. SAAVE offers comprehensive assistance for victims, and their significant others, who have been affected by sexual assault and misconduct. Through the program, advocacy and information are provided by SAAVE counselors to help victims navigate the legal system, as well as referrals to organizations that work with victims to support their needs. SAAVE crisis counselors also help victims who receive compensation through the New York State Office of Victim Services for costs related to lost wages, counseling, medical bills and loss of personal property. They also connect those in need with numerous SAAVE partners, including local shelters, public benefit programs and social service organizations. In addition, seeking volunteers to play a vital, supportive role in its SAAVE program. Volunteers are asked to participate in 30 hours of pre-service training, commit to a year of service of monthly shifts staffing Westchester Medical Center's 24-hour rape crisis hotline and assisting victims, as well as attending approximately 10 mandatory meetings/trainings throughout the year.