What Do Volunteers Do?
Be active in “non-emergent” times preparing for potential emergencies. The work of volunteers may include but is not limited to: sharing information, fliers and education about EMDR to local communities; conducting workshops for agencies about EMDR early interventions; providing community mental health education to help those in need; or working with local agencies to conduct a needs assessment.
Provide up to 5 pro bono sessions (per calendar year) of EMDR treatment to individuals affected by community disaster, utilizing EMDR-based early interventions, as well as standard interventions endorsed by specialists in emergency care.
Collaborate and provide trauma recovery with first responders.
Educate community organizations about the psychological impact of trauma and the effectiveness of EMDR in disaster relief.
Provide referrals to other appropriate services (if needed) and be prepared to provide treatment within days or up to 3 months after a disaster or community emergency occurs.
What do I need to Become a Trauma Response Network (TRN) Volunteer?
- Licensed mental health practitioner (If you work at an agency, you will need an agency agreement authorizing treatment at your agency and coverage of malpractice insurance.)
- Completion of EMDR Therapy Basic Training (Part 1 and 2 plus 10 hours of consultation) by an EMDR approved program. We recommend that you be practicing EMDR therapy for a minimum of 3 years.
- If you received training prior to 2007, you must verify that you recently obtained or are willing to obtain additional training to update your know about EMDR Basic Training.
- Carry liability and malpractice insurance at the $1 million/$3 million level, to cover their independent practice.
- Review and accept the National TRN Mission and Functions, Statement of Principles and Basic Standards documents.
IF YOU ARE READY TO BECOME A VOLUNTEER, PLEASE COMPLETE THE BELOW FORM:
Thank you for your interest and we look forward to following up with you!