RIFS Domestic Violence/Sexual Assault (DV/SA) Advocate 1

IRCO • Beaverton, OR

13h • Hybrid

About The Position

The Refugee & Immigrant Family Strengthening (RIFS) Domestic Violence/Sexual Assault (DV/SA) Advocate assists individuals and families experiencing domestic violence, sexual assault, and/or stalking. The Advocate uses a survivor-centered, strengths-based, trauma-informed empowerment model to build trust and provide advocacy, direct services, support, and case management that helps clients pursue their own goals and achieve safety and stability.

The role includes crisis response and ongoing case management, safety planning, housing assistance, legal and immigration-related advocacy, referrals, interpretation and translation coordination, and help navigating community and public services. The Advocate may participate in Unified Response, a collaboration of six organizations that provides confidential support to survivors during sexual assault nurse exams and strangulation exams at hospital and mental health sites in Multnomah, Washington, and Clackamas counties. This support includes emotional support, trauma-informed options for next steps, and coordination with relevant systems.

The position is based at IRCO’s Greater Middle East Center in Beaverton, Oregon, on a hybrid schedule of three days in the office and two days working from home. Travel to hospital and mental health sites is required. The role is regular, full-time, and non-exempt, with a starting wage of $49,572 depending on experience. A high school diploma, advocacy and/or nonprofit experience, English and Spanish fluency, and a 40-hour Domestic Violence Advocate Certification within 10 working days of hire are required.

Requirements

• High school diploma.
• Experience in advocacy and/or at a nonprofit.
• Fluency in English and Spanish.
• Complete a 40-hour Domestic Violence Advocate Certification within 10 working days of hire.
• Pass a background check.
• Valid driver's license and proof of current auto insurance; full use of an automobile during work hours.
• Computer experience with Microsoft 365, Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to maintain strict client confidentiality in accordance with applicable policies and VAWA standards.
• Ability to travel to hospital and mental health sites.
• Submit an IRCO application, resume, and cover letter addressing qualifications.

Nice To Haves

• Some college coursework preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support the program manager in meeting IRCO Program Management Standards and participate in continuous program improvement.
• Follow program, agency, and federal legal policies regarding client confidentiality.
• Use a survivor-centered, strengths-based, trauma-informed empowerment model to support clients’ healing, stability, priorities, and goals.
• Collaborate with internal and external service providers to identify survivors and cases affected by domestic violence.
• Assess potential participants for eligibility, conduct intake and evaluations, and screen for other services.
• Conduct risk assessments with survivors and develop immediate and ongoing safety plans.
• Develop case management plans and provide short-term crisis intervention, including assistance with emergency shelter or motel stays, long-term housing stability, restraining and stalking orders, peer support, mental health services, employment, and other referrals.
• Help participants navigate and access appropriate services and follow through on referrals.
• Coordinate and advocate with service providers, attorneys, law enforcement, the legal system, other advocates, and management on behalf of clients.
• Access family legal services and obtain protective orders for participants when necessary.
• Refer participants to legal immigration services; help gather documents and evidence, write requested support letters, and obtain law enforcement clearance.
• Provide or arrange interpretation, translation, and accessibility services.
• Maintain confidential participant files, including intake records, case management plans, contacts, and referrals, in accordance with VAWA confidentiality standards.
• Complete data entry, case notes, file updates, reports, and other program and agency administrative tasks within required timelines.
• Travel to hospital and mental health sites to support sexual assault and strangulation survivors.
• Explain confidentiality, medical exams, community resources, and next steps to survivors; liaise with medical staff when needed while respecting survivor choices.
• Conduct outreach and educational activities in immigrant and refugee communities and with local service providers.
• Participate in relevant network meetings, internal IRCO meetings, community engagement events, and presentations.
• Complete assigned duties and participate in required professional development and training.

Benefits

• Flexible working arrangements and schedules.
• Three to six weeks of paid time off per year.
• 401(k) match of over 100% on the first 5%, with immediate vesting.
• 3% match for student loans or college savings.
• 12 paid holidays and one floating holiday.
• Medical and dental insurance options with 85% coverage for employees and families, with no deductibles.
• Employer-paid life insurance and short- and long-term disability insurance.
• Flexible spending account.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED