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USAJOBS · 2 months ago

Sexual Assault Prevention Response Victim Advocate

Washington Navy Yard, District of Columbia, USA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$85K/yr - $96K/yr

2+ years exp

USAJOBS is seeking a Sexual Assault Prevention Response Victim Advocate to provide critical support for victims of sexual assault. The role involves serving as the primary contact for victims, coordinating services, and ensuring they receive appropriate medical, legal, and mental health support.

ConsultingGovernmentHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologyInternetStaffing Agency

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Serves on the SAPR watchbill as a primary, initial point of contact for victims of sexual assault and as an advocate for the expressed interests of victims

Assists the SARC in coordinating the services that victims receive from various agencies including medical, legal, mental health, and investigative services

Facilitates care and provide referrals and non-clinical support to the adult victims of a sexual assault

Ensures that the victim understands that speaking with the VA is voluntary

As appropriate, thoroughly explains to the victim each of the reporting options available to him or her, including the exceptions and/or limitations on use applicable to each

Provides information and facilitates referrals for services tailored to the client's needs and safety that may include: providing crisis intervention, imparting information about the SAPR Program and the reporting options offered to victims of sexual assault under the program, ensuring victims are informed of their rights and of the available military and civilian resources

Facilitates victim's contact with military and civilian resources, as requested by the victim

Refers victims, who do not wish to disclose their identity, to civilian resources

Attends Sexual Assault Case Management Group (SACMG) meetings when a case is presented involving a victim with whom the SAPR VA has had contact in order to advocate the victim and to ensure the victim's needs are met

Maintains follow-up contact with the victim as requested by the victim

Supports the victim in decision-making by providing relevant information and discussing available options

Assist the victim with prioritizing actions and establishing short- and long-term goals related to recovery from sexual assault

Supports the victim in advocating on his or her own behalf

Assists the victim in contacting appropriate military and civilian legal offices for personal legal advice and assistance specific to the victim's circumstances or case, including the filing for civilian or military protective orders

The VA shall not provide legal advice, but may provide general information on the civil or criminal legal process

Advises the victim of the impact of sexual assault on family members and offer referral information for family members

Accompanies the victim to appointments and civilian and military court proceedings, as appropriate and when requested by the victim

Consults regularly with the SARC on ongoing assistance provided

Is directly accountable to the SARC for all SAPR cases

Reports all victim's support services and response information to the SARC and consults with the SARC on an ongoing basis to ensure comprehensive care for victims throughout the care process

Assists the installation SARC with interfacing with military and civilian agencies to identify relevant resources and means of accessing appropriate services to promote availability of victim advocacy services and support systems

Assists the SARC with the development and coordination of installation SAPR prevention and public awareness campaigns and local events

Conducts trainings on sexual assault prevention and response, as required

Assist SARC in incident data collection and reporting requirement

Is required to capture service delivery outputs in FFSMIS

Performs other related duties as assigned

Qualification

Behavioral health degreeSexual assault knowledgeCrisis interventionOralInterpersonal skillsWritten communicationEmpathyTraining skillsTeam collaboration

Required

Completion of a four year degree in behavioral health, social science, or criminal justice and two years of experience that demonstrates acquired knowledge of one or more of the behavioral health or social sciences equivalent to a major in the field

Must have the analytical ability and skill in interpersonal relationships

The incumbent must have knowledge of the dynamics of sexual assault and victim advocacy and care

The incumbent must have the ability to understand, be sensitive to, and have empathy for victims

Ability to develop trusting helping relationships and to work effectively with individuals and families from diverse racial, ethnic, religious, and socioeconomic backgrounds

The incumbent must have the ability to intervene in crisis situations, using sound professional judgment, ethical practice, and common sense

The incumbent must have the ability to work cooperatively with military and civilian medical, social service, law enforcement, and legal personnel on behalf of victims

The incumbent must be skilled in oral and written communication

The incumbent must have the demonstrated ability to provide effective trainings and briefings

Must be at least 18 years of age with a high school diploma or equivalent

Must have a valid state Driver's License as occasional travel is required in the course of normal duties of the position

Must successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check

Must be a US Citizen

Preferred

Knowledge of the military, Department of Defense (DoD), Department of Navy (DoN), and Sexual Assault Prevention and Response (SAPR) program is preferred

Benefits

A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.