DVSA Program Sexual Assault Advocate at CATHOLIC COUNCIL FOR SOCIAL CONCERNS INC

Council Bluffs, Iowa, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

15 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

17 Oct, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Advocacy, Community Awareness, Education, Court Assistance, Collaboration, Social Work, Volunteer Management, Crisis Intervention

Industry

Individual and Family Services

Description

Description Are you looking to make a real difference in the lives of others? Join the Catholic Charities team! For the last 100 years, we have had the distinct honor to provide help and hope for those in need. At Catholic Charities, our mission is to empower individuals and strengthen families. We do this through our vital programs including a food pantry, counseling services, emergency family shelter, domestic violence and sexual assault programming and refugee resettlement. We care for the dignity of the person, regardless of background and strive to provide unparalleled support for those in need. The Catholic Charities’ Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault program provides services to anyone faced with these issues through a 24-hour crisis phone line, emergency shelter, court advocacy and much more. This program is based in Council Bluffs, Iowa and serves nine counties in southwest Iowa: Audubon, Cass, Fremont, Harrison, Mills, Montgomery, Page, Pottawattamie, and Shelby. Our on-site emergency shelter provides a safe, confidential living for up to eight families at a time. The Sexual Assault Advocate will help plan and develop and provide sexual assault programming and services to survivors is southwest Iowa. This position travels in our nine county service area on a regular basis to provide in-person advocacy and requires occasional evening and weekend hours. We Offer Competitive pay 35-hour workweek Generous vacation and sick pay* 14 paid holidays* Paid Parental Leave* Tuition Reimbursement* Comprehensive benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, and Flex Spending Plans* Employer-paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability Insurance* 403(b) retirement plan with employer matching A supportive and uplifting working environment *Benefits are available for full-time employees and may be subject to waiting period. Key Responsibilities Build and maintain collaborative relationships with community professionals, human service agencies, educational organizations and religious and civic organizations. Work directly with sexual assault survivor, including children and adults. Provide community awareness and education of sexual assault in southwest Iowa by facilitating presentations, attending community outreach events and more. Accompany and assist victims with court appearances including preparation, deposition and court hearings. Work closely with program team to recruit, train and utilize volunteers in outreach counties. Requirements Passion to make a difference and support those in need. Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university preferred. Four or more years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Solid knowledge of social work and practices. Additional Expectations To ensure the safety and well-being of the individuals we serve, a criminal background screening, including Child and Dependent Adult Abuse registry check is required for all employees and volunteers. Conviction of a crime will not automatically disqualify you from employment; the nature, severity, and recency of the crime will be considered in relation to the position. Some travel may be required. Must be able to successfully pass Motor Vehicle Record check. Post-Hire Certifications FBI Fingerprinting IowaCASA Certified Sexual Abuse Counselor Attend yearly Blood Born Pathogen training Maintain up-to-date CPR Certification Frist-Aid Certification Mandatory Child Abuse and Dependent Adult training

Responsibilities

The Sexual Assault Advocate will help plan, develop, and provide sexual assault programming and services to survivors in southwest Iowa. This includes building relationships with community professionals and providing direct support to survivors.