Sexual Assault Victim Advocate

POSITION TITLE: Sexual Assault Victim Advocate

(Full-Time, hourly, non-exempt position)

40 Hours/Week ; On-Call Rotation

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under the direction and supervision of the Program Coordinator, the Victim Advocate provides comprehensive advocacy, crisis intervention, and support services to survivors of sexual assault and human trafficking through Fair Haven, Lake County’s Rape Crisis Center.

This position is responsible for responding to survivors at partnering hospitals, law enforcement agencies, and other designated locations across Lake, Porter, and LaPorte Counties. The Advocate also assists in managing Fair Haven’s 24/7 crisis hotline, ensuring compassionate, timely, and trauma-informed support to callers in crisis.

The Advocate conducts individualized needs assessments, coordinates referrals, and collaborates with community partners to connect survivors with appropriate services and resources. Additional responsibilities include supporting the daily operations of the advocacy program and ensuring accurate, confidential maintenance of client records and program data.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide Primary Medical Advocacy on an on-call schedule.
• Up to 160 hours a month.
• This includes weekdays, weekends, and holidays.
• Provide Back-up Medical Advocacy on an on-call schedule.
• Up to 160 hours a month.
• This includes weekdays, weekends, and holidays.
• Manage Crisis line
• Holiday shifts will be chosen, at minimum, one month in advance.

Responsible for all the tasks needed for running a smooth agency. Some of these tasks might include:

• Timecard management
• Shared calendar
• Additional tasks may be assigned by the Direct Services Coordinators or other members of Leadership.
• Please note that this job description is not exhaustive, and additional duties may be assigned as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Applicant must consent to and successfully complete a full background investigation pursuant to NRS 179.180 et seq., which includes a criminal history check and finger printing.
• Bilingual in Spanish is preferred.
• One-year experience providing crisis intervention, victim advocacy, and office assistance preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively in both written and verbal form required.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision required.
• A valid driver’s license and a working, insured vehicle required at the time of appointment.

Knowledge of:

• Operations, services, and activities of a victim advocacy program.
• Effective interviewing, listening, and crisis intervention skills.
• Community resources and the availability of those resources.
• Case management principles and practices.
• Principals and procedures for grant related record keeping.
• Methods of research, case analysis, and management.
• Principals and characteristics of victims of crime.
• Terms and acronyms commonly used in assigned functions.
• Modern office procedures, methods, and technological equipment.
• Pertinent Federal, State, and local laws pertaining to area of assignment.

Job Type: Full-time

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday - in office
• On call
• Weekends as needed

Ability to Relocate:

• Highland, IN 46322: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $17.87 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Mileage reimbursement
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Ability to Commute:

• Highland, IN 46322 (Required)

Work Location: In person