Position Summary [Purpose and Scope]:
This position provides direct services to victims of domestic violence & sexual assault in a hospital setting after regular business hours, weekends, and/or holidays. Maintains accurate and timely documentation in accordance with agency funder’s requirements.
Compensation:
If you receive a call or are required to report to the hospital, your compensation will be $21.75 per hour for the duration of the active work. This role includes an on-call compensation rate of $2.00 per hour while on standby.
Specific Duties and Responsibilities:
- Provide on-call advocacy services at hospitals to victims, as assigned, and document service management and referrals in accordance with agency requirements
- Participate in trainings to meet continuing education and certification requirements
- Keep Supervisor apprised of activities, informally and by written word
- Perform other VOCA allowable duties as necessary or assigned to assist victims of crime
Education or Equivalent:
Bachelor’s Degree in social work/mental health or related human services field; related work experience may be substituted for education. Prior experience in working with target population.
Knowledge/Skills Requirements:
- Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills, organizational skills, and personal computer skills
- Knowledge of crisis intervention techniques and related community resources
- Significant knowledge and commitment to feminist, domestic violence, and sexual violence doctrines
- Must pass Florida Department of Law Enforcement criminal background check
- Must be eligible to work in the U.S.
- Must have reliable transportation and a valid Florida driver’s license
Upon Hiring:
- Must pass CORE Competency Training for Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault
- Must pass and maintain CPR/First Aid Certification
- Must document 16 hours of approved continuing education annually, with at least 8 hours in trainings related to sexual assault
Holiday Schedule Requirements:
Must be able to work 7 of the 10 recognized holidays:
- Memorial Day
- Independence Day
- Labor Day
- Thanksgiving (2 days)
- Christmas (2 days)
- New Year’s Day
- Presidents Day
- Martin Luther King Jr. Day
- Juneteenth
- Columbus Day
Work Requirements:
- On-call time: 15 to 18 days per month
- 15 minutes per week for administrative tasks
- Staff meetings: 1 hour monthly (optional via Zoom)
- Must have adequate transportation
- Must be able to meet the required hospital response time (1 hour)
- Must have a cell phone
Training Required (30/90 Days):
- Within 30 days: Complete ACT Training (30 hours)
- Within 90 days: Complete Core Competency Training (30 hours)
Annual Training:
- Direct service employees must complete all annual training requirements
Continuing Education:
- 16 hours: Must complete in-service training each fiscal year
- 8 hours: Must complete training on relevant sexual violence issues
Physical Requirements:
Position requires the physical ability to lift approximately 25 lbs., sit or stand for extended periods of time, bend freely, and reach objects overhead. Must be able to converse on a telephone and use a keyboard effectively.
Agency Requirements:
All employees of SPARCC are expected to demonstrate a commitment to SPARCC values: Survivor-Focused, Compassion, Integrity, Connectedness, and Collaboration.
- I will strive to practice these mission-based values daily in my work in order to create an atmosphere where clients and staff are heard and responded to appropriately
- I agree to be held accountable for my actions and agree to hold co-workers accountable in order to create a responsible environment
- I recognize that providing and supporting quality client services is the priority, and my actions, attitude, and involvement should positively impact every client’s experience
Benefits:
- 403(b)
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
Work Location: In person
Pay: $21.75 per hour
Benefits:
- Retirement plan
Work Location: In person
