Victim Advocate
Job Title : Victim Advocate
Reports to : Crisis Program Coordinator
Salary Range: Varies
Position Overview: Julie Valentine Center is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Victim Advocate to provide support, crisis intervention, and advocacy for survivors of sexual violence. The ideal candidate will demonstrate trauma-informed care, cultural competence, compassion, and advocacy for clients and their loved ones during times of crisis and provide support and empowerment to survivors.
Job Description: The Victim Advocate is responsible for serving victims of sexual assault and their families through crisis intervention, advocacy, and case management. This position is full-time and is eligible for benefits.
Compensation and Benefits
· This is a full-time salaried position
· Julie Valentine Center provides a comprehensive agency-paid insurance package for each employee, which includes health and dental coverage.
· Julie Valentine Center values work-life balance and offers generous paid time off as well as extended paid holidays to support rest and renewal.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
The following is not an exhaustive list of responsibilities. This list of essential duties and responsibilities is intended to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed. Incumbent may be required to perform other job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this job description.
Direct Service/ Crisis Intervention
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Provide direct support to victims in the emergency room as well as on the hotline during the day and after hours (on a rotating basis).
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Provide follow-up to victims seen in the ER
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Provide on-call coverage on a rotating basis as part of the staff backup.
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Work collaboratively with Crisis Coordinator and other agency staff to provide the highest quality services to clients.
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Accompany victims to court and investigative meetings as requested.
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Must have reliable transportation and cell phone service to respond to sexual assault victims in the ER and on the hotline.
Programmatic Support
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Maintain monthly log of volunteer service hours
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Create monthly grant report for Volunteer Advocates and Interns
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Maintain needed supplies in the ER
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Assist on-boarding and provide direct supervision of Crisis Program interns under the supervision of the Crisis Program Coordinator.
Building Community Relationships/ Advocacy/ Networking
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Work with community partners to help maintain and strengthen community partnerships (Local Hospitals, Law Enforcement, Solicitor’s Office, DSS, etc)
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Participate in the Greenville County Sexual Assault Response Team (SART)
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Promote agency services and a positive image of the agency to the community.
Administrative
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Maintain Victim Service Provider (VSP) credential by completing annual training requirements
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Enhance professional growth and development through activities such as professional affiliations, conferences, workshops, etc.
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Participate as a member of the JVC Team, participate in weekly Crisis Program team meetings, and attend agency staff meetings and supervision meetings.
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Participate as a member of the JVC Team and attend fundraisers and other activities as assigned.
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Perform other duties as assigned and/or requested.
Job Requirements:
Minimum Education: Bachelor’s Degree (Human Services-related field preferred)
Minimum Experience: 1 year preferred
Job Specific Knowledge, Skills, and Experience: Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills; experience and skill in providing crisis intervention and case management to victims of interpersonal violence; knowledge of criminal justice system and victim services; reliable cellular phone access to respond to the hotline; must have reliable transportation and live within 30 miles of the Greenville Health System
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