One of the most critical roles at the Family Crisis Center is the role of an advocate. Our advocates are the first contact many victims make with our center. FCC advocates respond to law enforcement requests for assistance 24/7 and work as a team with multiple agencies in the mutual interest of putting the victim first and offering advocacy services, support, and other resources.

 

This year, our 8-week volunteer advocate training starting date for Spring 2025 is Monday, March 21st. Trainings are approximately 3.5 hours per night. 

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Topics covered include:

• Advocacy

• Domestic Violence

• Effects of Domestic Violence on Children

• Sexual Assault

• General Victim Services

• Use of Local Resources

• Idaho Law

• Stalking

• Civil Protection Orders

 

Interested applicants must:

• Have a valid driver’s license

• Own a reliable vehicle

• Be able to pass an Idaho background check

• Not be in a current abusive relationship

• Attend all classes, totaling 40 hours of training

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At the completion of the training, you should have an extensive knowledge of domestic violence, sexual assault, etc., and be able to respond to and effectively assist families experiencing abuse.

To sign up for the training, please download the Volunteer Advocate Application and email the completed application to adrig@familycrisiscenter.info. The application deadline is March 17th. 

Once approved, you will receive email confirmation about your application and additional information leading up to the training.
For more information, please contact us at (208) 356-0065 or email adrig@familycrisiscenter.info.