Elizabeth Fry Society
Position / Placement: Court Volunteer
Volunteer Role Description:
Assisting accused through the Criminal Justice System, explaining charges, process and giving out legal resources, assisting the Duty Counsel inside and outside of the court room.
Qualifications/Skills Required:
- Eagerness to learn about Criminal Justice System
- Non Judgmental
- Comfortable with diversity
- Personable
- Committed to problem solving
- Must be willing to give a weekly commitment
Benefits to Volunteer:
- Experience with a not for profit
- Experience working with the Criminal Justice System
- Networking
- Resume Building
Responsibilities/Tasks:
- Explaining Charges and the Court process
- Organizing Duty Counsel List
- Giving out legal resources
- Supporting
Time Required:
. 4 hours per week
Training Requirements:
- Will be trained by supervisor
- Court Manual
- Hands on practical work
Contact Information
Organization: Elizabeth Fry Society
Contact Person: Lindsay Gibbons
Phone Number: 780-422-4775
Email Address: