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The On-Call Sexual Assault Advocate is responsible for providing on-call in-person response within one hour of dispatch to hospitals, law enforcement centers, and other 24-hour facilities to provide crisis support, advocacy, and crisis intervention to adult and child survivors of sexual violence in accordance with state service standards.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Provides direct support to survivors of sexual violence including:

Medical Advocacy:

On-Call Crisis Response to any medical center in the service area

Legal Advocacy:

On-Call response to any law enforcement center in the service area Provide referrals for the agency's services and other organizations to meet client's immediate needs Provide trauma-informed advocacy in crisis situations to survivors of sexual assault and impacted others

General Requirements:

Complete the 30-hour Iowa Victim Counselor Training, any additional required training, and shadow agency staff Document all direct and indirect services and report the information to the appropriate staff member Access to immediate, reliable, and insured transportation Maintain agency and client confidentiality Maintain availability to be on call Monday through Friday, 8 pm to 6 am or as otherwise understood

Knowledge and Skills:

High Diploma required, continuing education in Psychology, Social Work, Sociology, Criminal Justice or related field preferred Excellent interpersonal and communication skills including ability to maintain strict confidentiality A non-judgmental and inclusive approach during interactions with others Riverview Center is an equal opportunity employer and service provider.

Job Type:

Contract Work Location:

In person