Peace Over Violence encourages caring and compassionate individuals from the diverse communities of LA County to become trauma informed Counselor Advocates working directly with survivors of sexual and domestic violence.
Upon completion of the training, you will be part of the Peace Over Violence Intervention Division’s Emergency Response Team, volunteering for either of the following programs: 24-Hour Hotline and Emergency Response Team and Sexual Assault Response Team (SART).
Virtual Training begins Wednesday, May 21, 2025
Graduation: Saturday, July 12, 2025
Trainings will be weekly on Wednesdays from 6:30-9:30pm and on Saturdays from 9:00am -5:00pm. This training will be mostly virtual with only 1 training day in-person for Self Defense. No training on holidays: May 24 and July 5.
Application Deadline is May 14, 2025.
Requirements
Commitment to one full year of service
Be 18 years of age or older
Reliable transportation, valid driver’s license and insurance
Must live in LA County. Prefer community members from Metro LA or WSGV
Benefits
Become a trauma informed Counselor Advocate
Provide direct services to survivors via our 24-hour hotline and respond in person
Help strengthen community partner relationships
Enhanced knowledge of sexual assault, domestic violence, child sexual abuse, intimate partner stalking, and other topics relating to violence
Become a representative of a nationally recognized organization
Give back to communities impacted by violence
* No previous experience is required. Please note: all counselor advocates will be subject to an LAPD or POV criminal background check. Due to the monolingual populations we serve, bilingual candidates fluent in Spanish and/or American Sign Language are encouraged to apply.
Ready to apply?
If you’re ready to apply, click the link below to download the PDF. Please submit your completed application to advocates@peaceoverviolence.org. Thank you!