Sexual Assault Victim Advocate (Rathgeber Village)

SAFE Alliance seeks a Sexual Assault Victim Advocate for the Community Services Program in the Sexual Assault Services department. Advocates are dispatched to any medical facility in Travis County and must present to accompaniment site within one hour of dispatch. Provide strengths-based, trauma-informed follow-up advocacy in English and Spanish to survivors. Train and mentor new advocates in the course of completing a buddy accompaniment.

SAFE Alliance:

The SAFE Alliance exists to stop abuse for everyone by serving the survivors of child abuse, sexual assault and exploitation, and domestic violence. We are dedicated to ending violence through prevention, advocacy, and comprehensive services for individuals, families, and communities that have been affected by abuse.

Over the past two years, SAFE has served 11,397 clients across our programs. During that time, SAFE reached more than 50,000 community members through over 2,000 trainings, provided more than 150,000 nights and days of shelter and housing support, and delivered over 53,000 crisis intervention and advocacy services through our 24/7 hotline, walk-in advocacy, and direct support programs.

No matter what your role at SAFE Alliance you will make a difference, because together we can Stop Abuse For Everyone.

Position Details:

We are looking for one person to work on a full-time, non-exempt basis for an annual salary of $49,000 - $52,700 dependent upon experience and an additional annual language differential of $3,600 for those who are English/ASL bilingual. The work location will be based at our Rathgeber Village Campus in the Mueller area. SOME travel in the community or between campuses and will allow for SOME remote/hybrid work. Availability to work full-time (40 hours per week), including evening/night/weekend hours required. This position requires a flexible work schedule in order to meet the demands of the Sexual Assault Victim Advocacy program. Attendance is required once a month at an evening team meeting. This position requires participation in a 24/7 On Call rotation.

Perks and Benefits of Working at SAFE Alliance*:

• Employee Only: Health insurance, short-term disability, and life insurance are employer paid with an option to purchase additional dependent coverage.
• Eligibility for Paid time off accruals of up to 15 days a year prorated based on hire date and hours worked.
• 8 standard paid holidays throughout the year.
• Depending on your date of hire, up to 4 Personal Holidays are granted to use at your preference throughout the year.
• A comprehensive voluntary benefits plan that includes dental, vision, flexible spending, and various insurance programs including pet insurance.
• 403(b) retirement plan with an ability to contribute immediately. You can earn an employer match of 100% up to 1% of your pay and a discretionary contribution of 2% of your pay whether you contribute to the Plan, after one year of eligible service.
• SAFE Alliance benefit plans are effective the first day of the month following thirty days of continuous employment.

*Benefit plans and benefit start dates are prorated based on date of hire and hours worked. Eligibility in employer paid benefits, paid time off and holidays are dependent upon full-time employment status and/or hours worked and may be subject to change.

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum 1 year experience providing crisis stabilization support and advocacy or case management services to trauma/sexual assault survivors required.
• Bilingual in Spanish and English required.
• Knowledge of issues related to violence against women, sexual assault, domestic violence and human trafficking required.
• Work independently, exercise initiative, and accomplish tasks without continuous supervision.
• Knowledgeable about local medical, criminal justice and social service agencies preferred. Possess, or quickly learn about, current information in relation to services around health, basic needs, legal, crisis services, housing, and financial assistance.
• This position requires in-person service delivery, even during COVID19. Personal Protective Equipment is provided and required.
• Characterized as primarily non-sedentary work requiring exertion up to 30 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.
• Must be sighted and hearing, with reasonable accommodations, and able to stand in small spaces for 1 or more hours during accompaniments.
• Work positions, approximated: standing 20%, sitting 60%, walking 20%.
• Significant computer work is required. Use of an agency cellphone and laptop for all work is required.
• Regular travel between hospitals and community agencies. Must have and maintain reliable transportation, driver's license, and state-required vehicle insurance. Mileage reimbursement is provided for required travel.
• This position requires driving. You must have a valid, State of Texas Driver's License (If in possession of an out-of-state license, obtain a State of Texas Driver's License within 90 days of beginning employment.) AND at least three (3) consecutive years of driving experience OR one (1) year of driving experience if over 27 years of age AND an acceptable driving record that covers at least the last three years of driver history.
• This position requires completion of the 40-Hour Office of Attorney General Sexual Assault Advocacy Training Program in person within six (6) months of starting employment, along with participating in annual continuing education throughout your employment.
• Pass all required criminal history background checks (including an FBI fingerprint check if applicable), as well as a pre-employment drug screen and TB test, if applicable.
• All employees are required to comply with policies regarding COVID-19, which may be subject to change. COVID vaccines are still highly recommended, and we encourage employees to get vaccinated if they are able.

Application Information and Instructions:

• We do NOT accept applications or resumes via email, LinkedIn or any other social media messaging service.
• Applications will be accepted until positions are filled. You will be contacted via email regarding the status of your application whether you have been selected or not to move forward in the process.
• All new employees regardless of status will be required to start their employment on either the 1st or 16th of the month. If the 1^st or 16^th falls on a Saturday or Sunday, the start date will be moved to Friday or Monday, respectively.
• All employees will be required to attend a three-day new employee orientation that is held both in-person and virtually the first three business days of the month.
• If you or someone you know are in need of our services, please call 512.267.7233, text 737.888.7233 or chat at safeaustin.org/chat