Get Involved with SAFE in Hunterdon

Want to make a difference
in the lives of individuals and
in our community? SAFE in
Hunterdon invites you to
become a volunteer and help
change the lives of
individuals and families in
our community. By
volunteering at SAFE in
Hunterdon, you can reach
out to those who are coping
with abuse and provide a
sense of comfort as they
recover from their traumatic
experiences.

The incidence of domestic
violence and sexual assault
in our community is an issue
we can no longer ignore. In
2008, SAFE in Hunterdon
received nearly 6,500 calls
to our toll-free hotline and
served over 1900 individuals
throughout our entire
program. The need for
volunteers is growing every
day and we hope that you
will join us in helping those
affected by violence.

What can I do as a volunteer?
Each of us has a skill that becomes valuable when we share it with
others. Whether your talent is cooking a tasty dish or being a good
listener, SAFE in Hunterdon has an opportunity for you! On the right
are a few of the ways you can volunteer with SAFE in Hunterdon.

What Do I Have To Do to Become A Volunteer?
Anyone wishing to work directly with clients of a SAFE in Hunterdon
must complete a comprehensive 60-hour training program, offered at
SAFE in Hunterdon, free of charge. These trainings are held three
times annually at the agency Outreach Office in Flemington, NJ.To find
out more about volunteer training, please call our Outreach Office at
(908) 788-7666.

I have a group that is looking to do a project for SAFE in
Hunterdon. What types of projects can we do?
SAFE in Hunterdon often has groups of people from various
companies and organizations looking to volunteer together doing a
single project. In the past, we have had groups organize donation
drives for new items that were needed at the agency. Some of these
items include children’s books, backpacks, school supplies, etc. There
is always a need for various items at SAFE in Hunterdon. Groups have
also done projects such as adopting a room in one of our residential
facilities and painting and decorating the space. If your group is
interested in an opportunity such as this, please call our Outreach
Office at (908) 788-7666 to see what projects and items are needed at
this time.

Still not sure how you can help?
We are always looking for new and creative ways to engage our
community in joining us in our mission If you are interested in getting
involved, please call our Coordinator of Community Mobilization (908)
788-7666 to discuss other options.

Want to help, but not sure you have the time?
Click the button below to donate to SAFE in Hunterdon quickly and
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Crisis Intervention Teams (CIT): Domestic Violence
Response Team (DVRT)/Sexual Assault Response Team
(SART)*
Volunteers work directly with survivors immediately after
incidents of domestic violence and sexual assault are
reported to authorities. This volunteer opportunity requires
working cooperatively with local police departments and
medical professionals to ensure immediate emotional
support, information, advocacy, and resource referrals to
victims.

Childcare*
Volunteers transport, tutor, play or organize activities with
children of various age groups, providing a comforting non-
threatening presence to them while their parents must be
away for court appearances, counseling sessions, etc. A
volunteer assisting with child care may work off-site at our
Children’s Program, Shelter or Transitional House.

Mentoring Program*
Volunteers are matched with clients in the Residential
Program and assist in areas such as computer skills/job
skills, apartment hunting, or researching educational
opportunities. They may also provide social support by going
out for coffee or to the movies with their match.

Hotline Coverage*
Volunteers work under the supervision of an agency advocate
answering the 24-hour hotline. Hotline workers must be
attentive, empathetic and calm in emergency situations.

Office Coverage
Volunteers may work during normal office hours to
supplement staff coverage, performing routine administrative
tasks.

Transportation*
On an on-call basis, volunteers may assist with the
transportation of clients to family court or to other scheduled
appointments.

Fundraising and Donation Drives
Volunteers may offer help during fundraising campaigns by
soliciting donations or by getting involved in the organization
and development of an event. They may also set up and
organize gift/donation drives within their own communities or
coordinate donations received at the Outreach Office.

Other Services
Volunteers who have specialized skills can present a
seminar to clients (e.g. Basic Home or Auto Maintenance and
Repairs, Debt Management/Budgeting, Job Counseling, etc.)
or provide other services according to their specific talents.

*Volunteers for these services must complete SAFE in
Hunterdon's mandatory 60-hour training program.

To find out more about volunteer training, please call our
Volunteer Coordinator at (908) 788-7666 or send an email
to agency@safeinhunterdon.org.