Volunteer Advocate for Sexual Assault Response

2 weeks ago

Olympia, Washington, United States SafePlace Full time
Position Overview

Salary:
SafePlace, a leading agency for sexual and domestic violence support in Thurston County, is seeking a dedicated Sexual Assault Response Program Volunteer. Since 1981, we have been committed to providing essential services to survivors of sexual and domestic violence.

As an accredited and nationally recognized feminist organization, we prioritize anti-oppression efforts as the cornerstone of our management and services. We are in search of volunteers who resonate with our mission, vision, and core values.

OUR MISSION

Our goal is to eliminate sexual and domestic violence while advocating for personal and societal transformation through crisis intervention and education.

CORE VALUES

  • Excellence: We are committed to delivering effective programs supported by the best facilities and staff, fostering a positive environment for social change.
  • Respect: We build relationships with survivors and community members based on integrity, honesty, and respect for individual rights.
  • Self-Care: We emphasize the importance of self-care for survivors, volunteers, and employees.
  • Diversity: We strive to serve the diverse cultures within our community and reflect that diversity in our volunteers and staff.
  • Confidentiality: We maintain the highest level of confidentiality regarding survivor and personnel information, fostering a culture of trust.

At SafePlace, we celebrate our diverse team dedicated to preventing domestic violence and sexual assault while providing vital services to survivors and their families. Our environment is inclusive and supportive, ensuring every individual feels valued and empowered to perform at their best.

SafePlace volunteers work within a nurturing team where members are friendly, accepting, and genuinely care about the well-being of others. Team members actively share resources to benefit clients and support each other's successes in a collaborative atmosphere that encourages new ideas.

Equal Opportunity Employer: SafePlace is committed to creating a workplace that respects and includes individuals of all cultural, racial, ethnic, sexual orientation, and gender identity backgrounds. We strongly encourage applications from women, racial and ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities.

If you are passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of sexual and domestic violence survivors and your community, we invite you to consider this opportunity.

Position Summary

The role involves providing advocacy for sexual assault survivors through a trauma-informed and culturally responsive social justice lens.

Key Responsibilities
  • Collaborate with the Sexual Assault Program Coordinator to ensure the effective operation of SafePlace's 24/7 Sexual Assault Response Program (SARP).
  • Ensure calendar coverage for SARP on a 24/7 basis.
  • Fill open SARP shifts as necessary.
  • Offer in-person and telephone advocacy for sexual assault survivors.
  • Deliver crisis intervention and advocacy services.
  • Provide medical advocacy and follow-up support for survivors.
  • Assist with legal advocacy for Sexual Assault Protection and Anti-harassment orders.
  • Attend all required direct service and staff meetings.
  • Work closely with the Sexual Assault Program Coordinator to maintain high-quality services.
  • Implement self-care plans to manage compassion fatigue and trauma.
Qualifications

To be successful in this role, candidates must meet the following qualifications:

  • High School diploma or GED.
  • Experience working with diverse communities.
  • Basic administrative skills.
  • Ability to practice self-care in a potentially traumatic work environment.
  • Commitment to addressing issues of oppression.
  • Positive attitude in crisis intervention settings.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with individuals from various socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds.
  • Access to a telephone and transportation.
  • Commitment to confidentiality and SafePlace's philosophy.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Bilingual in English and Spanish.
  • Experience in team-oriented environments.
  • Background in non-profit organizations with 24-hour programming.
  • Familiarity with civil and criminal legal systems.
  • Higher education or training in gender, cultural, or therapeutic studies.
  • Completion of SafePlace ACT training.
Training Requirements

Volunteers must complete initial SafePlace ACT Training and on-the-job crisis line training, along with 20 hours of ongoing direct service training annually, which includes advocacy and sexual assault training.

Physical Demands

The physical requirements for this position include regular communication, sitting, using hands, standing, walking, and occasionally lifting up to 30 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

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