by The San Diego Police Department is looking for volunteers for its crisis intervention program, which offers those who have gone through horrific experiences both practical and emotional support.
According to the agency, crisis intervention volunteers assist San Diego people who have been affected by homicides, deadly overdoses, suicides, or other horrific, life-altering occurrences.
Volunteers are dispatched to crime scenes to assist victims who require assistance during some of the most trying times in their lives, and the program is open twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week.
In addition to committing to a year with the program, volunteers are expected to be on call for 20 hours each month.
A thorough training program is offered.
The agency states that while multilingual applicants are welcomed, no prior experience is required for individuals wishing to volunteer.
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A series of informational seminars will be held at Police Plaza, 4020 Murphy Canyon Road, to provide more details about the program.
At this time, informational meetings are planned for:
- Aug. 14 at 6 p.m.
- Aug. 16 at 10 a.m.
- Oct. 9 at 6 p.m.
- Oct. 11 at 10 a.m.
Additionally, anyone with inquiries can reach Officer Iversen at 619-446-1017.
This article was provided to by City News Service.
