Learn more about the Center for Child Protection's mission to help child abuse and how you can get involved to help. An orientation will help give you an idea of what volunteer roles are available and you'll find out more about what it is like to volunteer at the Center. After your orientation, you can set up an interview with Volunteer Coordinator Sarah Richards to determine a volunteer role and schedule that is perfect for you. Thereafter, the Center offers an extensive training for those interested in working directly with children and families so our volunteers have the knowledge and skills when working with individuals who have experienced trauma and crisis. Thank you so much for considering a volunteer position at the Center for Child Protection. We look forward to meeting you!
Volunteer Orientation
A one-hour orientation will be held the first Monday of each month at 6 p.m. Anyone wishing to volunteer at the Center for Child Protection is invited to attend an orientation. Attendees must register by contacting Volunteer Coordinator Sarah Richards at srichards@centerforchildprotection.org or 512/472-1164.
Upcoming Orientation Dates
- June 9, 2008
- July 7, 2008
- August 4, 2008
- September 8, 2008
- October 6, 2008
Volunteer Training
Volunteers who want to work directly with clients and children must complete our Volunteer Training. This interactive 7 hour training features speakers from the Austin Police Department, Travis County District Attorney's Office, Child Protective Servies, and the Center's staff therapist. It gives volunteers and extensive overview of child abuse and trauma issues. This training is usually offered four times a year. Before attending training, you must have attended a Volunteer Orientation and had an interview with Volunteer Coordinator Sarah Richards.
Upcoming Volunteer Training Dates
- Summer Training: Tuesday, July 15, 2008 from 9 a.m.-5 p.m
- Fall Training: September, 2008 TBA
