09/14/2021
Summary of the Position:
The sexual assault advocate is responsible for working with victims of sexual assault including providing giving support throughout the court process; accompany them to tribal, state and federal court.
Accountability:
Reports directly to the Director of The Fearlessness Foundation.
Qualifications:
-Must be at least 21 years old.
-Must possess excellent written and oral communication skills.
-Must be proficient with Microsoft Outlook and Microsoft Office Suite.
-Must pass child abuse and neglect central registry screening and criminal background check.
-Must have a valid driver’s license and telephone.
-Must possess skills to be empathetic, nonjudgmental, supportive, respecful and empowering in working
sexual assault victims.
-Must complete a 40 hour online advocacy training class (within 30 days of becoming volunteer) and obtain certificate as Nationally Certified Victims Advocate (within 30 days of course completion).
-Must be capable of working collaboratively with others and other agencies.
Primary Responsibilities:
-Respond to crisis calls involving sexual assault within 30 minutes of dispatching (when on call) and within 60 minutes (when not on call).
-Work directly with victims of sexual assault in providing support, the full realm of advocacy, referrals and work with first responders to sexual assault (emergency room, police, etc.) in ensuring that victims receive respectful and appropriate services and information.
-Act as liaison for victims of sexual assault with other agencies and with tribal, state, and federal criminal justice agencies and keep victims updated on the status of their cases and any criminal proceedings.
-Prepare protection/restraining orders and other paperwork including victim assistance compensation.
-Networking with and making referrals to other agencies that could assist the victims.
Schedule:
The Fearlessness Foundation requests availability for 2 - 4 12 hour shifts a month to be on call for potential clients.