Sexual Assault Response Coordinator

Summary The primary purpose of this position is to serve as the designated program manager of sexual assault victim support services, oversees local implementation and execution of the SAPR Program, and ensures comprehensive victim services are provided through a coordinated community response
The incumbent will be employed with Fleet and Family Support Center on Naval Station Mayport, FL
Duties A
Program Management duties comprise 40% of incumbent's time and include but are not limited to:
* Implements the SAPR program in the assigned AOR and conducts ongoing assessment of its consistency and effectiveness.
* Communicates directly with the installation Commander to provide regular updates and assist the Commander with meeting SAPR Program requirements.
* Assist Installation and Fleet Commanders in their AOR, as assigned, in executing the goals of the SAPR Program, and may be required to provide Sexual Assault Response Coordinator (SARC) duties and responsibilities in a deployed environment.
* Identifies program needs, challenges and presents recommendations and assistance to influence policy compliance issues
Stays abreast of Department of Defense (DoD), Department of the Navy (DON), and CNIC policies, and interprets/articulates their meaning, priorities and intent.
* Assist with preparations for visits from inspecting authorities.
* Co-chairs the sexual assault Case Management Group and ensures all unrestricted reports of sexual assault are presented monthly until transfer/closure and assures that the needs and concerns of the victim are met and shared with the commanding authorities.
* Interfaces with military and civilian agencies to identify resources and services to promote availability of victim support systems
Liaises with cognizant departments/agencies (e.g., medical, base security, Naval Criminal Investigation Service, Victims' Legal Counsel and chaplains to facilitate a team approach in sexual assault cases.
* Ensures collection of data in compliance with policies and guidance.
* Provides consultation support for installation-specific arrangements (i.e., Memorandums of Agreement or Understanding to facilitate the timely exchange of information between installation victim support agencies and other commands/activities on cases involving sexual assault of service members and their adult dependents, civilians, and contractors, while ensuring compliance with Navy Confidentiality Policy.
* Facilitates the development and collaboration of installation SAPR public awareness campaigns to include planning of local events.
* Develops and maintains a current and comprehensive file of Navy and civilian resources for victims of sexual assault.
* Collaborates with local community crisis counseling centers to augment or enhance the installation SAPR Program.B
Training duties comprise 20% of incumbent's time and include but are not limited to:
* Trains commands, SAPR Victim Advocates (VAs), Unit SAPR VAs, and others as requested utilizing standardized curriculum provided by CNIC Headquarters SAPR.
* Ensures command SAPR personnel are properly trained to provide briefings to commands that include proper reporting procedures, maintaining victim confidentiality, and available victim support services.C
Case Management duties comprise 15% of incumbent's time and include but are not limited to:
* Documents and maintains current records in the Fleet and Family Support Management Information System (FFSMIS), as required.
* Tracks the status of the SAPR Program within their AOR to include, issues, trends, areas needing improvement, effectiveness of local case management, and installation climate.
* Maintains victim and incident case information, subject demographics and disposition, and training records through the Defense Sexual Assault Incident Database (DSAID) in accordance with regulatory and policy guidance as established by DoD and Navy.
* Retains all DD Forms 2910 in accordance with regulatory and policy guidance as established by DoD and Navy.D
Oversight duties comprise 25% of incumbent's time and include but are not limited to:
* Exercises oversight responsibility for UVAs when they are providing victim advocacy services.
* Maintains oversight of all aspects of victim advocacy services provided by SAPR VAs and tracks, at a minimum, what subordinate units require SAPR VAs, a roster of those SAPR VAs and, status of their training, and rotation dates.
* Ensures victim advocacy services include: the capacity to respond by telephone and in person 24 hours a day, providing support and assistance to victims of sexual assault, including response within 60 minutes of the referral, either telephonically or in person and procedures for contacting SAPR VAs, as well as specific protocols that govern the duties and responsibilities of the SAPR VA.
* Ensures SAPR personnel receive proper training to fulfill requirements of their positions.Incumbent must comply with DoD Sexual Assault Advocate Certification Program (D-SAACP) policy guidelines and complete all training requirements
Requirements Conditions of Employment
• Must meet Federal Employment suitability requirements and successful completion of background investigation
Background investigations are conducted using fingerprint identification and completion of background inquiry forms.
• Must successfully pass the E-verify employment verification check
Any discrepancies must be resolved as a condition of employment.
• You must go through a Personal Identity Verification (PIV) process that requires two forms of identification from the Form I-9.
• May be required to pass pre-employment examinations.
• Must provide proof of U.S
Citizenship or U.S
National.
• A valid State driver's license is required to operate motor vehicles.
• Must have your salary sent to a financial institution of your choice by Direct Deposit/Electronic Funds Transfer.
• Position requires employee to obtain/maintain eligibility for a Secret security clearance.
• An Access National Agency Check Investigation (ANACI) is required via SF86 Security Form.
• Must be currently employed with FFSC on NS Mayport and serving in a NAF position
Qualifications In order to qualify for this position, your resume must provide sufficient experience and/or education, knowledge, skills, and abilities, to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are being considered
Your resume is the key means we have for evaluating your skills, knowledge, and abilities, as they relate to this position
Therefore, we encourage you to be clear and specific when describing your experience
All non-government positions identified on your resume must include complete address and to and from dates
Government positions must include pay plan, series, grade, to and from dates and address of the agency/organization
Two years specialized experience directly related to the duties described above
Qualifying experience must have been equivalent to the next lower level in the normal line of progression
Specialized experience must demonstrate the following:
• Knowledge of the dynamics of sexual assault and local community resources for sexual assault victims.
* Knowledge of the DoD, and Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Program, along with local, state, and federal laws and military regulations pertaining to victims of sexual assault is preferred.
* Knowledge and skill in developing and adhering to program management plans.
* Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, DSAID and FFSMIS.
* Skill in the use of office software applications and required management data systems to enter data, prepare reports, and develop information.
* Skill in providing victim advocacy and working with victims of sexual assault.
* Ability and skillset to provide effective trainings and briefings.
* Ability to identify needs, trends, and performance measures to evaluate program effectiveness and provide recommendations for process improvements.
* Ability to use data management and reporting systems to collect and organize data drawn from databases.
* Ability to compose written reports and material clearly, concisely, and effectively.
* Ability to maintain accurate statistical framework for program data collection and reports.
* Ability to understand, be sensitive to, and have empathy for victims.
* Ability to develop trusting helping relationships and to work effectively with individuals and families from diverse racial, ethnic, religious, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
* Strong analytical ability to intervene in crisis situations, using sound professional judgment, ethical practice, and common sense.
* Ability to work cooperatively with military and civilian medical, social service, law enforcement, and legal personnel on behalf of victims.
* Ability to drive a government or personal vehicle in order to travel to training, coordinate tasks/actions with clients, command and military and civilian agencies within the local area of the installation.
* Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing with all levels of management, staff, and military personnel and their families.
You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer and part time experience
You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week
Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social)
Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment
As part of the application process, you must complete and submit an occupational questionnaire and your RESUME MUST SUPPORT AND VALIDATE YOUR ANSWERS or you may be removed from consideration
ONLY THE MOST HIGHLY QUALIFIED CANDIDATES WILL BE REFERRED
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