1st Medical Battalion

 

Command Sexual Assault and Response Coordinator (SARC)
HM1(FMF/SW/AW) C. E. Ruff
1st Medical Battalion
Building 22164
Camp Pendleton, CA 92055
Office Phone: (760) 725-8479
Cell Phone: (760) 486-6660

MARINE CORPS SEXUAL ASSAULT 24/7 HELPLINE
(760) 500-1707

As the command Sexual Assault and Response Coordinator for 1st Medical Battalion, it is my responsibility to provide confidential support and services to victims of sexual assault. These responsibilities were set forth in policies established by the Sexual Assault Prevention and Response (SAPR) Program at HQMC.

Sexual assault is a crime. It is defined as intentional sexual contact, characterized by use of force, physical threat, or abuse of authority or when the victim does not or cannot consent. Sexual assault can occur without regard to gender, spousal relationship, or age of the victim. In the event of a sexual assault, a victim has the option of a Restricted Report, which means they can receive services and medical care anonymously. Military personnel are mandatory reporters of sexual assault, except where policy has made certain members exempt through confidentiality. Members with confidentiality are Uniformed Victim Advocates (UVA), Sexual Assault Response Coordinators (SARC), Marine & Family Services (M&FS) personnel, and Healthcare providers.

If you are a victim of sexual assault, contact me or one of the civilian Victim Advocates (VA) immediately. We will ensure you receive prompt medical attention and will advise you of your options in reporting the assault. We assist victims in dealing with command, law enforcement, and medical personnel; if desired, we can be present during medical exams and court proceedings. VAs are civilian members of the M&FS program, who are available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year to provide crisis intervention and support for victims of sexual assault.PLEASE BE SURE TO SPEAK TO A UNIFORMED VICTIM ADVOCATE OR VICTIM ADVOCATE BEFORE YOU CONTACT LAW ENFORCEMENT OR YOUR COMMAND. Once you inform law enforcement officials or a representative from your command, a restricted report is no longer an option.

PLEASE BE SURE TO SPEAK TO A UNIFORMED VICTIM ADVOCATE OR VICTIM ADVOCATE BEFORE YOU CONTACT LAW ENFORCEMENT OR YOUR COMMAND. Once you inform law enforcement officials or a representative from your command, a restricted report is no longer an option.

It is vital that sexual assaults be reported. This is not only for your own health and safety, but for the health and safety of others who may become victims. Although you may understandably feel frightened or embarrassed, please do not allow those feelings to influence your decision to report the crime. Remember, this is a crime against you, and you are not to blame-the perpetrator is.
WORK: 760- 725-8479
CELL: 760-486-6660

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Our mission is to provide and protect your religious needs. We are constantly working to make our program better and facilitating the best care for our Marines and Sailors. In doing so, the Religious Ministry Team provides counseling's, Marriage classes, and field services with many other facilitating needs. We are also here for you and your transitions through anything. For example, getting married or anything that is important to you. For any assistance that you need the Religious Ministry Team is here for your needs. To contact us please read the information below.

 

NEED TO SPEAK TO CHAPS?

 

DURING BUSINESS HOURS, PLEASE CONTACT THE 7th ENGINEER SUPPORT BATTALION (7TH ESB) RELIGIOUS MINSITRY TEAM TO SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT

CHAPLAIN LCDR JEREMY COLLIN SELITTO: (760) 725-6704

jeremy.selitto@usmc.mil

 

RP3 ROBERT D GARDNER: (760) 725-6704

robert.d.gardner@usmc.mil 

 

RP2 DUSTIN B EVAN: (760) 725-6704

dustin.b.evans@usmc.mil 

 

THE CHAPLAIN OFFICE IS CURRENTLY LOCATED IN 7th ESB BLDG 140126 SECOND FLOOR

 

IF YOU NEED EMERENCY CHAPLAIN CARE AFTER BUSINESS HOURS. PLEASE CALL THE MCB-CAMP PENDLETON CDO AT (760) 725-5061 WHO WILL ENSURE YOU WILL BE CONNECTED TO A CHAPLAIN.

 
 
   

 

 

 

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