Volunteer and Intern Advocate Opportunities
The Victim Assistance Program allows you to apply for volunteer and intern positions working with the specific victim population you are interested in:
- General Advocacy: working with victims of all types of crime (except domestic violence, child abuse, and sexual assault)
- Domestic Violence Advocacy: working with survivors of domestic violence
- Child Abuse Advocacy: working with child victims of physical and sexual abuse
- Learn more about both of the roles here
Volunteer and Internship Application Process
Volunteers and interns must be at least 18 years of age and:
- Complete Background Check
- Submit Application
- Interview
- Complete mandatory 40-hour training
- Sign volunteer contract
Completion of training does not guarantee formal acceptance into the volunteer or internship program.
Submit your application packet by one of the following:
Mail:
Washington County
District Attorney's Office
Attn: Volunteer Coordinator
150 N. First Avenue
Suite 300, MS 40
Hillsboro, OR 97124-3002
Fax:
Attn: Volunteer Coordinator
(503) 846-3407
E-mail:
davictim@washingtoncountyor.gov
Note:
Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of applications. Incomplete application packets cannot be considered.
Contact Information
If you have questions about volunteering with the Washington County District Attorney's Victim Assistance Program, contact the Volunteer and Intern Coordinator at (503) 846-8671 or e-mail davictim@washingtoncountyor.gov.
