2nd shift – Sexual Assault Victim Support Advocate Position Available In Providence, Rhode Island

2nd shift

• Sexual Assault Victim Support Advocate Blackstone Valley Advocacy Center Providence, RI Job Details Full-time $48,000 a year 1 day ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Employee assistance program Vision insurance 401(k) matching Life insurance Retirement plan Qualifications Crisis intervention Bilingual Spanish Crisis management Social work Driver’s License Bachelor’s degree Case management Social Work Communication skills Entry level Full Job Description Join our team as a Sexual Assault Victim Support Advocate•2nd shift (4pm•midnight) The Blackstone Valley Advocacy Center is a non-profit organization providing comprehensive services to victims of domestic violence and sexual assault.

SUMMARY The SASP Advocate will be responsible for providing comprehensive services to victims/survivors of sexual assault. Using a trauma informed approach, the SASP advocate will provide a continuum of services including crisis intervention; hospital accompaniment; law enforcement support and advocacy through criminal justice process. The SASP advocate will be responsible to help address gaps in services while providing case management for those affected by sexual assault.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Provide crisis intervention services and referrals through the existing 24-hour hotline. Respond to immediate needs and provide emotional support to victims of sexual assault. Accompany and advocate for victims through medical, criminal justice, and social support systems, including medical facilities, law enforcement, and court proceedings. Assist clients with navigating medical examinations, police investigations, and court hearings. Offer short-term individual and group support services to victims and their family members or household members. Coordinate services to address the needs of survivors, ensuring they are connected to appropriate resources, including law enforcement victim advocates, housing opportunities, and court advocacy. Actively coordinate comprehensive services for clients, including facilitating connections to additional support systems and services as necessary.

Due to hospital setting:

proof to vaccination status is required.

Skills and Abilities Required:

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in social work or a related field.

Experience & Knowledge:

Understanding of sexual assault issues, including the impacts on victims and their families. Experience in crisis intervention and service coordination is highly beneficial.

Communication Skills:

Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to interact with victims, professionals, and other stakeholders.

Crisis Management:

Ability to effectively manage stressful and crisis situations with compassion and professionalism.

Language Skills:

Bilingual in Spanish is preferred. The Blackstone Valley Advocacy Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, age, or country of ancestral origin.

To Apply:

Please submit your resume and cover letter to

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$48,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance

Schedule:

8 hour shift Evening shift

Work Location:

In person