Position Overview:
The Sexual Assault Advocate at Crisis Line & Safe House of Central Georgia (CL&SH) ensures high-quality client-centered services are provided to victims of sexual assault and domestic violence.
Sexual Assault (SA) Advocate plays a crucial role in providing support, guidance, and resources to survivors of sexual assault. The SA Advocate is a compassionate and skilled individual who listens attentively and empowers survivors to navigate the system and make informed decisions. This role requires a deep understanding of sexual assault and its aftermath, as well as a commitment to promoting social justice and advocating for the rights and well-being of survivors.
All duties are performed in alignment with CL&SH's mission and philosophy.
Essential Job Functions as Victim Advocate:
Victim Support: the advocate will offer empathetic listening, compassion, and validation to survivors and their support of sexual assault in person or via our hotline
Advocacy: the advocate acts as a guide and advocate for survivors. The advocate is present throughout forensic medical exams at the Sexual Assault Center or hospitals and accompanies survivors to law enforcement interviews. Work closely and interact with medical personnel, detectives, deputies, patrol officers, supervisors, service providers, other advocates, governmental agencies, and the general public to ensure a victim’s rights and needs are addressed
Information and Resources: the advocate will assist survivors in understanding their rights and options, providing them with resources such as hotlines, counseling services, support groups, and educational materials
Crisis Intervention: the advocate will provide crisis intervention services, offering immediate support during highly emotional or traumatic situations. They assist survivors in promoting self-care and providing information about emergency hotlines and shelters
Community Education and Awareness: the advocate will participate in community education and awareness initiatives to raise awareness about sexual assault and the services available at Crisis Line & Safe House of Central Georgia
Case Management: Provide follow-up/case management services to clients seen in the Emergency Department or as walk-ins, and to victims that make contact through the crisis hotline
- Provide on-going support to increase retention of part-time staff and volunteers
- Provide back up for volunteer advocates that are on call for hospital response
- Follow each funders’ guidelines and stipulations as it relates to services and case management
Documentation: Ensures that necessary information regarding each client is properly documented either in the client file and/or through other data collection methods
- Perform all work duties and activities in accordance with Crisis Line & Safe House of Central Georgia policies and procedures
- Works as a team member with other staff and volunteers in order to achieve the mission of CL&SH
Requirements of Position Applicants:
- Experience in social work, psychology, criminal justice, community counseling, or equivalent work experience
- Possess a background in non-profit work
- Possess a knowledge of victim advocacy
- Possess an understanding of sexual assault dynamics
- Possess an understanding of domestic violence dynamics
- Able to work independently
- Able to utilize the resources available both in the community and in-house
- Pass a criminal background check
- Willing to submit to random drug screenings
- Willing to adhere to all agency policies and procedures
About Us
Crisis Line & Safe House is a nonprofit agency serving family violence, sexual assault, and stalking victims and their children in a seven-county area in Central Georgia, including Bibb, Crawford, Houston, Jones, Monroe, Peach, and Twiggs counties.
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