Victim Advocate

Julie Valentine Center • Greenville, SC

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About The Position

Julie V alentine Center is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Victim Advocate to provide support, crisis intervention, and advocacy for survivors of sexual violence. The ideal candidate will demonstrate trauma-informed care , cultural competence, compassion , and advocacy for clients and their loved ones during times of crisis a nd provide support and empowerment to survivors . The Victim Advoc ate is responsible for serving victims of sexual assault and their families through crisis intervention, advocacy, and case management . This position is full-time and is eligible for benefits.

Requirements

• Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Experience and skill in providing crisis intervention and case management to victims of interpersonal violence
• Knowledge of criminal justice system and victim services
• Reliable cellular phone access to respond to the hotline
• Must have reliable transportation and live within 30 miles of the Greenville Health System

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s Degree (Human Services-related field preferred)
• 1 year preferred

Responsibilities

• Provide direct s upport to victims in the emergency room as well as on the hotline during the day and after hours (on a rotating basis)
• Provide follow-up to victims seen in the ER
• Provide on-call coverage on a rotating basis as part of the staff backup
• Work collaboratively with Crisis Coordinator and other agency staff to provide the highest quality services to clients.
• Accompany victims to court and investigative meetings as requested
• Maintain monthly log of volunteer service hours
• Create monthly grant report for Volunteer Advocates and Interns
• Maintain needed supplies in the ER
• Assist on-boarding and provide direct supervision of Crisis Program intern s under the supervision of the Crisis Program Coordinator.
• Work with community partners to help maintain and strengthen community partnerships (Local Hospitals, Law Enforcement, Solicitor’s Office, DSS, etc )
• Participate in the Greenville County Sexual Assault Response Team (SART)
• Promote agency services and a positive image of the agency to the community
• Maintain Victim Service Provider (VSP) credential by completing annual training requirements
• Enhance professional growth and development through activities such as professional affiliations, conferences, workshops, etc.
• Participate as a member of the JVC Team, participate in weekly Crisis Program team meetings, and attend agency staff meetings and supervision meetings
• Participate as a member of the JVC Team and attend fundraisers and other activities as assigned
• Perform other duties as assigned and /or requested

Benefits

• Julie Valentine Center provides a comprehensive agency-paid insurance package for each employee, which includes health and dental coverage.
• Julie Valentine Center values work-life balance and offers generous paid time off as well as extended paid holidays to support rest and renewal.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level