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Register of Appropriate Support Persons (RASP) - Alice Springs

Australian Red Cross
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  • Ongoing position
  • Twelve hour shifts
  • Join the World’s largest humanitarian network

The Program

To provide support for young people who are required to be interviewed by police. The objective is to support these young people at times when another responsible adult (parent/career/lawyer/case manager) is unavailable. Your role will give these young people confidence that their rights will be upheld and that they will be treated fairly during the interview and/or charging process.

The opportunity

This role suits someone over the age of 18 who is a good listener and is able to remain neutral and impartial within a Police Station. As a RASP volunteer you will support vulnerable young people facing a stressful and foreign situation.

The impact

This program aims to assist young people to make informed decisions, ensure their rights are upheld, and reduce the time young people spend in custody. Red Cross will ensure you have training, ongoing support and access to other opportunities within the World’s largest humanitarian network.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.

Please note: You will be required to provide details for two references to submit this application.

This role cannot contribute to academic credits, including required placement hours.

You can not apply for this role as it is no longer available.