Join the PADV Team!

Become an advocate for domestic violence survivors and their children. PADV recognizes the contribution that volunteers make to the success of our agency. With the assistance of dedicated volunteers, we are able to continue our mission of ending the crime of intimate partner violence and empowering its survivors. PADV utilizes volunteers in a variety of positions and has created a program that not only meets the needs of our agency, but also is flexible enough to meet the needs of today’s volunteer. As we operate safe houses in both Fulton and Gwinnett counties, we are willing to work with each volunteer to find the placement location that is most convenient. Additionally, with evening and weekend opportunities available, we are flexible enough for the traditional work schedule.
All Volunteers must be 18 years or older.

Training and Involvement:

For all Volunteer Advocate positions, an orientation/general training is required. For certain positions, including Crisis Line Volunteer Advocates and Support Group Facilitators, additional job-specific training is required prior to placement.

We are seeking volunteers that are motivated by our mission and are interested in serving our agency in the long-term. We consider an active volunteers one that is scheduling shifts at least twice a month.

For volunteer advocate opportunities, click here.

Prior to volunteering at PADV, all three steps MUST BE COMPLETED.

How to Sign Up in 3 Easy Steps

Step 1
Contact Candy, Volunteer Director at candy@padv.org to request the Volunteer Initial Assessment Review to determine your eligibility for our Volunteer Program.

Step 2
Complete the paperwork provided directly after the Initial Assessment has been reviewed and accepted. The packet includes:

• Volunteer contract
• Volunteer application
• Two (2) reference forms
• Background release form
• Training RSVP form

Return the completed forms by either mail, fax or email:

Step 3
Attend PADV’s next Volunteer Advocate training. The Volunteer Director will inform you of the time, date and location of your training upon completion of all paperwork.

For additional information, please email Candy Sugarman, Volunteer Director at  candy@padv.org.