Volunteers are the lifeblood of our work.
Join a group of dedicated, enthusiastic people, committed to aiding the recovery of victim-survivors of sexual assault, and working for an end to the problem. Whether staffing our 24-hour helpline, helping out in our offices and with special projects, or sharing your skills and talents, we offer a variety of rewarding volunteer opportunities.
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Please contact us to learn more:
Androscoggin County 207-784-5272
Franklin County 207-778-9522
Oxford County 207-743-9777

Thank you so much for your inquiry into our Volunteer Helpline Advocate Position.

At Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Services (SAPARS), we have a 24-hour helpline designed to provide immediate support and information to survivors of sexual violence and those concerned about survivors. We provide that support through phone calls, and through medical and legal accompaniment.

Prior to joining the team as a helpline volunteer advocate, individuals must attend a 40- hour training.  After successful completion of the training, volunteers choose which Helpline shifts they would like to take on our monthly Helpline schedule.  Our Helpline shifts are from 6a to 6p and 6p to 6a each day of the week.  

Some requirements for advocates are:
-Must be 18+
-Must be able to pass a criminal background check, DHHS background check, fingerprinting
-Reliable access to a vehicle or other safe mode of transportation
-Caring and compassionate
-Focus on empowering individuals, providing empathy and support, and providing information
-Ability to attend advocate meetings every 6 to 8 weeks
-Access to an e-mail account
-Successful completion of the advocate training
-Ability to maintain confidentiality

For more information contact Jamie at jamie.demers@sapars.org