There are two Units operating under the
New Westminster Police Service Victim Assistance Unit:
1. MOBILE CRISIS INTERVENTION UNIT
The New Westminster Police
Service Victim Assistance Unit
trains its volunteer victim support workers to provide emotional
support,
information, practical assistance and referrals to community resources
for
all victims of crime and their families. The Unit is available 24-hours
a
day, seven days per week. Referrals come from police and community
agencies.
Individuals requesting assistance can contact
the service directly.
2. EMERGENCY SOCIAL
SERVICES UNIT
These volunteers are
trained specifically in disaster response.
They are trained to plan and provide care for evacuees and emergency
response workers who are involved in a community disaster such as a
flood, toxic spill,
fire or earthquake.
Community
volunteers are needed for both these
services. Please contact the Victim
Assistance Unit at 604-529-2525 or Click
here to download a complete information and application
package.
Please note that all volunteers must meet the following criteria:
- Canadian citizen or landed immigrant
- Ability to obtain and maintain departmental security
clearance
- Possess a valid B.C. driver's license with a safe
driving record
- Must be 20 years or older
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