What are the responsibilities and job description for the On-Call Sexual Assault Advocate position at Riverview Center?
The On-Call Sexual Assault Advocate is responsible for providing on-call in-person response within one hour of dispatch to hospitals, law enforcement centers, and other 24-hour facilities to provide crisis support, advocacy, and crisis intervention to adult and child survivors of sexual violence in accordance with state service standards.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Provides direct support to survivors of sexual violence including:
- Medical Advocacy: On-Call Crisis Response to any medical center in the service area
- Legal Advocacy: On-Call response to any law enforcement center in the service area
- Provide referrals for the agency’s services and other organizations to meet client’s immediate needs
- Provide trauma-informed advocacy in crisis situations to survivors of sexual assault and impacted others
General Requirements:
- Complete the 30-hour Iowa Victim Counselor Training, any additional required training, and shadow agency staff
- Document all direct and indirect services and report the information to the appropriate staff member
- Access to immediate, reliable, and insured transportation
- Maintain agency and client confidentiality
- Maintain availability to be on call Monday through Friday, 8 pm to 6 am or as otherwise understood
Knowledge and Skills:
- High Diploma required, continuing education in Psychology, Social Work, Sociology, Criminal Justice or related field preferred
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills including ability to maintain strict confidentiality
- A non-judgmental and inclusive approach during interactions with others
Riverview Center is an equal opportunity employer and service provider.
Job Type: Contract
Work Location: In person