LPS Unit recruiting crisis support volunteers
Heidi Echavarria- 0
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The Lethbridge Police Service’s Victim/Witness Unit is seeking individuals to join to the Crisis Support Worker team, which is responsible for providing vital care and guidance to victims and witnesses during the most difficult moments of their lives.
According to Catherine Pooley, Program Manager with the LPS Services Unit, Last year, the team supported around 2 -thousand 145 people and responded to 255 callouts.
The manager says how important it is to be present during the critical moments following a traumatic event.
The unit is seeking individuals who: 18 years of age or older, have a clear Criminal Record Check, hold a valid Class 5 Drivers Licence, and willing to be on-call 2 shifts per month. Applications are being accepted online until October 15.
