SART and Outreach Advocate

SARSSM•Portland, ME

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

Sexual Assault Response Services of Southern Maine (SARSSM) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing free, confidential supportive services to individuals impacted by sexual violence, child sexual abuse, sexual harassment, and trafficking. SARSSM's Advocacy work focuses on Intervention, Prevention, and Engagement programs. The organization offers a supportive, collaborative work environment that emphasizes employee growth and development. This role is a union position within an open union shop. SARSSM is committed to accurate, ethical, and equitable policies and practices, with a focus on continuous growth and improvement.

Requirements

Successfully complete a 40-hour sexual assault advocate training and additional required training within specified assigned timeframes.
Access to reliable transportation with applicable insurance.
Current, valid driver’s license or State ID.
Excellent written & verbal communication skills with fluency in English.
Knowledge of other languages is an advantage.
Technical competency in Google Suites, Zoom, Microsoft office, Canva, Client Management Systems.
Frequent local travel, with regular on-call evening & weekend shifts as necessary in order to accomplish job responsibilities.
Employment is conditional upon successful clearance of background screening including Child Abuse Registry, Maine Criminal and Federal Fingerprinting, and SARSSM probationary period.

Nice To Haves

Degree in human services, social work, psychology, or other related fields, with one (1) year of work experience in these fields preferred.
Knowledge of the fundamentals of working with victims of crime, sexual assault and/or human trafficking preferred.
A willingness to develop understanding and proficiency in delivering trauma informed services.
Multilingual preferred, must be proficient in English and with one of the following: Arabic, French, Kinyarwanda/Kirundi/Kinyamulenge, Lingala, Portuguese, Somali. Spanish, Ukrainian, or Russian.
Ability to assess crisis situations and respond appropriately while maintaining strong boundaries.
Be a strong communicator who pays close attention to detail; demonstrates initiative, follow through, and possession of solid self-assessment skills.
Must be adaptable & able to quickly and effectively learn new skills and problem solve.
Possess the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
Must be comfortable performing the community engagement and outreach activities of this role, including meeting new people and developing relationships.

Responsibilities

Provide confidential, trauma-informed crisis intervention, safety planning, support, medical and police accompaniment, court advocacy (both civil and criminal), and resources and referrals.
Develop and maintain collaborative working relationships with community partners and members of our multi-disciplinary teams.
Plan, organize, and facilitate a quarterly Inclusion Community Response Meeting, convening local support and investigative organizations to monitor the needs and service gaps among these communities.
Assist with coordination for the MDT/SART team(s) composed of internal & external stakeholders.
Provide programmatic support to the VIP grant Survivor Advisory Group.
Develop & implement OVW approved training, resource sharing, consultation and meeting engagement in compliance with VIP grant requirements.
Develop & engage outreach specific to grant targeted communities to raise awareness of and create meaningful access to SARSSM services.
Co-facilitate virtual and in-person support groups and inclusive client outreach activities.
Attend regular supervision, staff, team & community meetings as scheduled.
Complete all required data and grant reporting by set deadlines.
Provide some on-call coverage for the 24-hour crisis & support Helpline, including providing support & Advocacy with in person accompaniments and/or by telephone.
Participate in agency events, including special events, outreach/awareness and donor engagement events.