Victim Advocate

JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE: Victim Advocate DEPARTMENT: Meskwaki Family Services

CLASSIFICATION: Non-Exempt

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide direct services to victims of domestic violence and sexual assault.
• Recruit, train, and maintain a group of volunteers who work as advocates with victims of domestic violence and sexual assault.
• Provide victims information on legal services available for their protection, safety, and support.
• Refer victims to community agencies and other resources such as shelters, job training, and family counseling.
• Transport clients to and from necessary appointments including medical, legal, law enforcement, court, etc.
• Provide crisis intervention to victims of domestic violence and sexual assault addressing immediate and long-term needs.
• Coordinate and facilitate educational support groups for survivors.
• Assist clients through and provide information of the criminal justice system.
• Provide public education through public speaking and other means on safety and planning related to domestic violence, sexual assault, and related issues.
• Attend conferences and workshops related to domestic violence and sexual assault.
• Assist child welfare social workers in cases involving domestic violence and sexual assault.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual reports, as required for grant.
• Assist needs assessment and research necessary to further develop the domestic violence and sexual assault programs.
• Other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Associate's Degree in Criminal Justice, Counseling, Public Health, Social Work, Psychology or related field and some personal or professional experience with advocacy or case management, family violence intervention, counseling, and/or crisis intervention OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Preferred Bachelor's Degree
• Willingness to participate in certification trainings with Iowa Coalition Against Sexual Assault and Iowa Coalition Against Domestic Violence.
• Experience in grant writing and reporting is desirable.
• Must possess a valid driver's license.
• Willingness to learn and incorporate skills in the cultural context of the Meskwaki community.
• Must submit to and successfully complete a background investigation.
• Must have strong oral and written communication skills and positive interpersonal relationships skills.
• Must be willing to be on call some evenings and weekends with a rotating crisis line.
• Must be proficient in computer skills such as word processing, spreadsheet, internet, email, etc.
• Must be willing and able to travel.

SUPERVISION:

• Supervised by the RISE Manager

SALARY LEVEL:

• Annual Salary Range: $42,036-$59,030