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SASP Advocate 2nd shift 4pm-12am The Blackstone Valley Advocacy Center is a non-profit organization providing comprehensive services to victims of domestic violence and sexual assault.

Job 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 specifically through hospital accompaniment; 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.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

Respond to hospital requests for a victim advocate.

• provide crisis intervention services and referral
• Accompany and advocate through medical, criminal justice, and social support systems, including medical facilities, police, and court proceedings
• Provide crisis intervention and comprehensive service coordination and supervision to assist sexual assault victims and family or household members
• Provide short-term individual and group support services
• Connect clients to other programming, including court advocacy, LEAs and housing opportunities
• Provide on-going follow-up and support through case management

Skills and Abilities Required:

• Bachelor's degree in social work or related field
• Understanding of sexual assault issues
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to deal effectively in stressful situations and to handle crisis as they arise
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred

Pay:

$48,000.00 per year

Benefits:

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

Work Location:

In person