Sexual Assault Advocate

SAFE PLACE

Job Title: Sexual Assault Advocate

Location: Olympia, WA (On-site at SafePlace offices and local hospitals)
 Organization: SafePlace Olympia
 Employment Type: Full-Time, Non-Exempt
 Pay Range: $24.34 – $27.99 hourly (DOE) + full benefits

About SafePlace Olympia

SafePlace is a nonprofit organization providing crisis intervention, advocacy, and support services to survivors of domestic and sexual violence. We are committed to anti-oppression work, social justice, and trauma-informed care in all aspects of our services.

Position Summary

The Sexual Assault Advocate is responsible for providing confidential, survivor-centered support and advocacy to individuals who have experienced sexual violence. This includes crisis intervention, safety planning, emotional support, information and referrals, and accompaniment during medical exams, law enforcement interviews, or court proceedings. The advocate also works collaboratively with community partners to improve survivor access to resources and justice. Full job description is available by emailing [email protected]

Key Responsibilities

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  Provide trauma-informed, culturally responsive support to sexual assault survivors of all genders and backgrounds.


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  Staff the 24-hour sexual assault response line and participate in an on-call rotation for in-person advocacy (e.g., hospital accompaniments).


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  Conduct intakes and ongoing support sessions in person, by phone, or virtually.


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  Assist with safety planning, housing navigation, protection orders, and resource referrals.


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  Provide accompaniment and advocacy during Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE) exams, legal appointments, and law enforcement interviews.


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  Maintain accurate and confidential documentation in accordance with organizational policies and state/federal guidelines.


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  Collaborate with staff and community partners to improve trauma-informed response systems.


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  Participate in regular supervision, team meetings, and ongoing training.

Qualifications

Required:

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  Associate’s degree in social work, social services, criminal justice, or related field. One year’s experience working with survivors of trauma, sexual violence, or marginalized communities, or any equivalent combination of education and experience.


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  Commitment to social justice, anti-oppression, and survivor-centered practices.


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  Strong communication and emotional resilience skills.


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  Ability to maintain confidentiality and clear boundaries.


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  Available for on-call shifts, including evenings and weekends.


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  Completion of 30+ hours of sexual assault advocacy training (or willingness to complete upon hire).


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  Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

Preferred:

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  Fluency in a second language (especially Spanish, ASL, or other commonly spoken languages in Thurston County).


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  Familiarity with local resources and systems (legal, healthcare, housing).

Compensation & Benefits

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  Hourly: $24.34 – $27.99 hourly (depending on experience)


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  Full medical, dental, and vision insurance


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  Generous paid time off and holidays


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  Retirement plan with employer match


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  Professional development and training opportunities

How to Apply

Please submit a résumé and a brief cover letter outlining your interest and relevant experience to this job board site. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

SafePlace Olympia is an equal opportunity employer. We strongly encourage applications from people with lived experience, people of color, LGBTQIA+ individuals, people with disabilities, and others from historically marginalized communities.