VOLUNTEER
Make a difference.
Thank you for your interest in volunteering with Crime Victim Services! Our network of committed volunteers serves thousands of people in West Central Ohio each year. Please see below for our current volunteer opportunities.
Elder Victim Advocacy Are You OK?
Are You OK? program volunteers check on the well-being of adults enrolled in the program. These volunteers provide a sense of belonging to people seeking healing and connection, by providing empathy, trauma-informed care and compassion. Participants in the program are offered friendship, safety planning, encouragement, and referrals to social service agencies.
Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA)
CASA volunteers advocate for abused and neglected children in the child welfare system. A CASA volunteer provides the court with non-biased, fact-based recommendations so the judge can make informed decisions for every child. CASA seeks to ensure every abused and neglected child is able to thrive in a safe and secure home.
Victim Offender Dialogue
VOD volunteers are trained to provide impartial facilitation between a victim and an offender who has committed a crime against them, their family, or their property. Volunteers ensure all parties are heard; they guide discussions regarding the harm done, the impact of that harm, and opportunities for repairing the harm.
All volunteers with Crime Victim Services must meet the following requirements:
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Be 21 years of age or older
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Complete a background check
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Possess a valid driver’s license
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Complete an application process that includes an interview, reference check, and program-specific training.
Volunteers are accepted according to program need.