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USAJOBS · 2 days ago

SEXUAL ASSAULT RESPONSE COORDINATOR (SARC) (Title 5)

East Granby, Connecticut, USA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$101K/yr - $131K/yr

1+ years exp

USAJOBS is seeking a Sexual Assault Response Coordinator (SARC) to serve as the primary contact for coordinating response activities related to sexual assault within the Connecticut National Guard. The role involves managing victim assistance and advocacy activities, ensuring compliance with policies, and providing support to victims in a trauma-informed manner.

ConsultingGovernmentHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologyInternetStaffing Agency

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Serve as the single point of contact to coordinate response activities and oversee both military and civilian SAPR VAs in providing a non-clinical response to adult victims of sexual assault that is trauma-informed, gender-responsive, culturally competent, and recovery-oriented within their AOR

Manage SAPR cases and referrals, to include data entry of official reports of sexual assault and SAPR Related Inquires into the Defense Sexual Assault Incident Database within the applicable timeframes, ensuring compliance with DoD and Service policies, legal requirements, and guidelines ensuring a high level of data quality

Assist in program evaluation and improvement initiatives by providing feedback and suggestions to the Supervisory Principal SARC and Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Advisory Committee (SAPRAC), as applicable

Ensure that the organization's strategic plan, mission, vision, and values are communicated to the SAPR VAs and integrated into the team's strategies, goals, objectives, work plans, work products, and services

Apply basic strategies for skilled communication, including developing rapport and actively listening, to perform essential victim advocacy and support duties for adult cases of sexual assault as outlined in Department of Defense (DoD) and Service policy, to include conducting risk screenings and non-clinical safety assessments, coordinating with relevant on-base and off-base resources, accepting official reports of sexual assault, and preparing the "Victim Advocate Recommendations to the Commander" in the absence of a SAPR VA or as requested by the victim in accordance with policy

Qualification

Sexual Assault AdvocacyCrisis InterventionData ManagementBehavioral Science KnowledgeProgram EvaluationCultural CompetenceReport PreparationCommunication SkillsTeam Leadership

Required

No substitution of education for specialized experience

FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying

You must provide transcripts or other documentation to support your educational claims

Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service

Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation

Direct Deposit is mandatory

Must possess a National Agency Check (NAC) prior to appointment in the position; Must be able to obtain and maintain a secret security clearance

Federal employees currently serving in the competitive service must acknowledge they will voluntarily leave the competitive service by accepting an offer of employment for this NG Title 5 excepted service position

U.S. Citizenship required

Must possess a valid state driver's license

This position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program

Federal employees currently serving in the excepted service (Title 32) must acknowledge they will voluntarily leave the Title 32 excepted service by accepting an offer of employment for this NG Title 5 excepted service position

Within six (6) months of appointment, must graduate from required SAPR training courses and be awarded the DoD Sexual Assault Advocate Certificate. An active D-SAACP certification must be maintained for this position

Must maintain active D-SAACP certification in accordance with Section 584 of Public Law 112-81 and DoD Instruction (DoDI) 6495.03. Failure to maintain certification may result in disciplinary and/or adverse action up to removal from federal service

Must be able to work other than normal duty hours, to include evenings, weekends, and holidays, on an on-call or rotational basis; SAPR VA work hours could vary, to include a requirement to be available 24/7, to respond to calls

This position may require temporary duty (TDY) business travel up to 25% of the time

This position is covered by the Domestic Violence Misdemeanor Amendment (30 Sep 96) of the Gun Control Act (Lautenberg Amendment) of 1968. An individual convicted of a qualifying crime of domestic violence may not perform the duties of this position

This is an Essential Personnel position and may be subject to a maximum of 14 days of duty per year in preparation for, or in response to, a state emergency or disaster declaration

Incumbent is required to serve a 2-year trial/probationary period

GENERAL EXPERIENCE: A degree in behavioral or social science; or related disciplines appropriate to the position -OR- a combination of education and experience that provided the applicant with knowledge of one or more of the behavioral or social sciences equivalent to a major in the field -OR- four years of appropriate experience that demonstrated that the applicant has acquired knowledge of one or more of the behavioral or social sciences equivalent to a major in the field

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Your resume and any other supporting documentation you wish to provide must clearly substantiate you currently possess 1 year of specialized experience in the following: Experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level (GS-11). Experience, education or training analyzing problems, identifying significant factors, gathering pertinent data and recognizing solutions; preparing reports, plans, policies and various correspondence; evaluating objectives and develop plans to facilitate the availability and effective utilization of various social science resources. Experience demonstrating knowledge of the organization and its mission and utilized the organizational staff procedures. Experience applying analytical and evaluative techniques to issues or studies concerning the efficiency and effectiveness of social science program operations carried out by administrative or professional personnel, or substantive administrative support functions. Experience that equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSA's) to perform successfully the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the position

Knowledge of DoD and Service specific programs and structure, along with local, state, federal, and military laws; regulations; policies; and executive orders pertaining to sexual assault victim advocacy sufficient to plan, organize, implement, and carry out the components of a SAPR program

Knowledge of accepted practices and procedures associated with victim advocacy, social services delivery systems, principles, and behavioral theories relating to victim advocacy, sexual assault, and other acts of interpersonal violence

Ability to reach independent and authoritative conclusions as to appropriate actions needed to provide crisis intervention support and assess victims' needs, safety, and levels of risk in serious and complicated cases

Knowledge of essential support and advocacy services, liaison resources, community networks, and best practices for aiding victims of sexual assault, adhering to established procedures

Knowledge of training and education techniques to implement and deliver sexual assault training and brief installation leadership, SAPR VAs, first responders, and other stakeholders on the policies, practices, procedures, issues, and concerns associated with sexual assault and victim advocacy

Ability to be proficient in data entry, organization, report preparation, and information development to ensure effective handling and utilization of information related to victim advocacy

Ability to use data management and reporting systems to collect and organize data drawn from databases

Knowledge of victim services records format and other forms required to document cases

Ability to apply varied methods typical of sexual assault victim advocate programs, including crisis intervention, situational assessment, and needs analysis to provide tailored support and assistance and evaluate safety and levels of risk

Knowledge of and skill in developing and implementing program plans and leading teams

Skill in assessing installation program needs to accomplish goals and objectives, evaluating program results and effectiveness, and recommending and/or implementing solutions for improvements

Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing with all levels of management, staff, and military personnel and their families

Knowledge of complex organizational dynamics, impact of management styles, organizational cultures, and ethics sufficient to identify and propose changes that resolve systemic problems

Skill in applying knowledge to accomplish a variety of difficult and complex work assignments in carrying out the SAPR program

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

Skill in providing culturally informed services that empower marginalized individuals and adapt support strategies to align with the cultural, social, and personal contexts of each victim

Knowledge of the available military and civilian resources on-installation and off-installation, what each resource can provide for a victim, and limitations and/or exceptions to confidentiality that may apply for to each resource