Sexual Trauma & Counseling Center
About Volunteering as a Victim Advocate:

STCC is offering training for volunteer advocates who wish to help those impacted by
sexual assault. During training, advocates will learn about topics concerning sexual
abuse and counseling including general facts about sexual abuse, sexual
harassment, the medical and legal processes, victim impact, healing from sexual
assault, crisis intervention skills, and general counseling skills.

Volunteer Advocates:

  1. Provide support, information, and referrals to the local hospital
  2. Carry a cell phone and must be able to respond within 30 minutes to the local
    hospital
  3. Take one shift each month to be on call. Shifts are M-Th 5PM - 8AM or Friday
    at 5PM - Monday at 8AM.

Volunteer opportunities are also available in other areas:

  1. Assisting with setting up and staffing information tables
  2. Assisting with planning of Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM) events
  3. Distributing posters and brochures
  4. Other things as needed


An advocate will:

  • Believe you
  • Support you
  • Assist you
  • Respect you and your choices
  • Not judge you, your actions, or your decisions

Benefits of Volunteering

  • Networking
  • Development of new skills
  • An enhanced resume
  • New work experience
  • Greater self-esteem and self-confidence
  • Meeting new people
  • Feeling valued in having made a difference in someone's life


Current & Prospective Volunteer Forms




Call Allison Parris, Volunteer Coordinator, for more information!
115 E. Alexander Ave. • Greenwood, SC 29646 • (864) 227-1623
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