Job Description

The Domestic Violence Shelter, Inc. in Mansfield, OH is looking for one fulltime sexual assault advocate to join our team.

Organizational Overview: The Domestic Violence Shelter’s Mission is to build a peaceful community by providing safety, education, and supportive services while empowering survivors and those affected by domestic violence and sexual assault. The Shelter will provide programs to educate the community about the effects of violence on families and individuals to empower them to help reduce and prevent family violence in our community.

Position Overview: The Sexual Assault Advocate provides comprehensive support, advocacy, and resources to survivors of sexual assault within the community served by the shelter. They work closely with survivors to empower them, offer emotional support, and connect them with necessary services to aid their recovery.

Key Roles:

Crisis Intervention and Support:

• Provide immediate crisis intervention and emotional support to survivors of sexual assault.
• Offer a non-judgmental and empathetic listening ear to survivors, allowing them to express their feelings and concerns in a safe environment.
• Assist survivors in understanding their rights and options regarding medical, legal, and other support services.

Advocacy:

• Act as a liaison between survivors and various community resources, including law enforcement, medical professionals, legal services, and counseling agencies.
• Advocate for survivors' rights and needs within these systems, ensuring they receive appropriate care and support.
• Accompany survivors to medical exams, police interviews, court hearings, and other appointments as needed, providing emotional support and advocacy.

Safety Planning:

• Collaborate with survivors to develop personalized safety plans tailored to their situations and needs.
• Provide information and resources on securing safe housing, obtaining restraining orders, and enhancing personal safety.

Education and Outreach:

• Conduct educational workshops and presentations on sexual assault awareness, prevention, and survivor support within the community.
• Develop and distribute informational materials on sexual assault resources, services, and rights.

Documentation and Reporting:

• Maintain accurate and confidential records of client interactions, services provided, and outcomes achieved.
• Compile statistical data and prepare reports on program activities and client demographics for funding and grant purposes.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, counseling, or a related field (preferred).
• Previous experience working with survivors of sexual assault or domestic violence.
• Knowledge of trauma-informed care principles and best practices in providing support to survivors.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Understanding of issues related to gender-based violence, intersectionality, and social justice.
• Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and upholding ethical standards in all interactions.

Additional Requirements:

• Completion of relevant training programs on sexual assault advocacy, such as crisis intervention, trauma response, and victim advocacy.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, as needed to respond to crises and accommodate client schedules.

Disclaimer: All staff are expected to communicate ethically engage in providing excellent customer service and further their capacity to foster an environment of cultural inclusivity and sensitivity that is the foundation for all our work. Domestic Violence Shelter is an equal-opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. For more information, visit

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Job Tags

Full time, Immediate start, Flexible hours, Afternoon shift,

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