Sexual Assault Advocate

Full Time

Plattsburgh, NY, US

Salary Range: $20.44 To $22.48 Hourly

A Spanish version of this position is available upon request

La version de esta posicion esta disponible en Español si es requerida

BHSN, one of the fastest-growing organizations providing whole-person care in the region, is in search of passionate individuals to join our rapidly expanding team!

The STOP Domestic & Sexual Violence Sexual Assault Advocate provides all aspects of STOP DSV Advocate I with proficiency in addition to higher level responsibilities including Sexual Assault Outreach and Engagement.

Work Schedule: Mon-Fri 8:30a-4:30p with some evenings/weekends/holidays and the ability to work hotline 24/7

What’s in it for you?

• Generous benefits, including personalized health coverage, paid time off, and holiday pay

• Working within our community, making a real impact, working alongside passionate colleagues

• Accessible leadership team, coaching for your growth, and ample training opportunities

• As a rapidly growing organization, there are endless opportunities to grow within the organization

• Community discounts, loan forgiveness & more

What your day might look like:

• Facilitates Support and/or Curriculum based Sexual Assault groups virtually and/or in person

• Provides proficient emergency response actions to hotline and/or walk in service requests to assess safety and identify needs including and not limited to: direct emergent support (including transportation, safety planning, safe housing, childcare), advocacy, intakes, and refer to immediate supports identified as domestic and/or sexually violent related barriers

• Accompaniment to court, law enforcement, and all medical appointments related to incident(s) of violence, including exams by Sexual Assault Nurse Examiners

• Collaboration among community programs and partners to strengthen professional relationships, community education and engagement, and to identify quality supports needed to combat domestic and sexual violence (Including and not limited to: medical services, law enforcement, legal system providers, attorneys, legal aid, etc)

• Completion of documentation as prescribed by agency standards including progress notes, assessments, and updating of various forms required

Your skills and qualifications:

• Associate degree in Human Services field preferred with 2+ years of personal and/or professional experience working in the human services sector providing direct services

• Valid NYS or other State Driver’s License

• Reliable transportation for travel required

BHSN is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and supports Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in its hiring and employment practices so that every team member can feel like they belong and be their authentic self to thrive in their personal and professional lives. In order to do that, all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race (including traits historically associated with race, including but not limited to, hair texture and protective hairstyles), creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, military status, sex, disability, genetic predisposition or carrier status, marital status, arrest record or status as a victim of domestic violence, familial status, gender/gender expression, reproductive health decisions, citizenship or immigration status or any other factor prohibited by law.