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Title:
Confidential Sexual Violence Advocate
Department:
Sexual Assault Services
Supervisor:
Director of Sexual Assault Services
Effective Date:
1/1/2026
Status:
Full Time/Exempt
Grade:
SUMMARY The Confidential Sexual Violence Advocate oversees the coordination and implementation of Union County's confidential sexual violence response services, ensuring compassionate, survivor-centered support for victims of sexual assault. This position is responsible for recruiting, training, and supervising; maintaining strong collaboration with law enforcement, healthcare providers, and prosecutors; and ensuring compliance with all state and programmatic standards. Working under the supervision of the Director of Sexual Assault Services, the CSVA plays a key role in creating and sustaining a trauma-informed, coordinated community response to sexual violence in alignment with the mission and values of the YWCA Union County.
EXPERIENCE / KNOWLEDGE / SPECIALIZED TRAINING
Bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, criminal justice, or related human services field required.
Minimum of two (2) years of experience working with survivors of sexual or domestic violence.
Demonstrated knowledge of sexual violence, trauma, and crisis intervention best practices.
Strong leadership, training, and organizational skills.
Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
Ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary partners, including law enforcement and medical professionals.
Cultural competency and demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
Completion of NJCASA's 40-hour Confidential Sexual Violence Advocate training or willingness to complete upon hire.
Bilingual (Spanish/English) strongly preferred.
Valid driver's license and reliable transportation required.
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES Program Coordination
Oversee and manage the Sexual Assault Response Team (SART) for Union County, ensuring 24/7 coverage for survivor accompaniments.
Recruit, train, and supervise volunteer and staff Confidential Sexual Violence Advocates (CSVAs).
Coordinate the scheduling of on-call shifts and maintain accurate documentation of SART responses.
Serve as the primary liaison with law enforcement, hospitals, and the prosecutor's office to ensure a collaborative, trauma-informed response.
Ensure that all SART services are provided in compliance with NJCASA and NJ DCF standards.
Training & Supervision
Conduct and facilitate NJCASA-approved 40-hour CSVA trainings at least twice annually.
Provide ongoing education, debriefings, and professional development for staff and volunteers.
Maintain up-to-date training materials, ensuring they are inclusive, culturally relevant, and trauma-informed.
Support CSVAs in managing crisis situations and provide debriefing and guidance after accompaniments.
Community Engagement
Build and maintain strong relationships with community partners to strengthen coordinated response efforts.
Provide outreach, education, and training to community organizations, schools, and law enforcement agencies about sexual violence and available services.
Represent YWCA Union County at county-wide SART meetings and statewide sexual violence coordination sessions.
Administrative & Reporting
Maintain accurate and timely data collection, documentation, and reporting for all SART activities.
Track service utilization, volunteer hours, and training compliance.
Assist with the development of annual goals, program evaluation, and grant reporting.
Participate in staff meetings, supervision, and agency-wide initiatives.
General Agency Responsibilities
Represent the YWCA Union County in a professional, compassionate, and mission-driven manner.
Promote the mission of the YWCA: eliminating racism, empowering women, and promoting peace, justice, freedom, and dignity for all.
Participate in agency-wide meetings, trainings, and community outreach events as requested.
Perform other duties as assigned by supervisory personnel.
This job description is a broad outline of the responsibilities and duties that will be amended as needed to meet the program priorities of the YWCA Union County and their ensuring work requirements. It should not be construed as a contract.
The Mission of the YWCA-Union County The YWCA is dedicated to eliminating racism, empowering women, and promoting peace, justice, freedom, and dignity for all.
YWCA Eastern Union County Core Values Commitment
to the mission and working together for the well-being of the community.
Integrity
in relationships, practices, and decisions.
Respect
for each one's roles, diversity, and viewpoints.
Compassion
in understanding, attitude, and action.
Empowerment
to create positive choices, recognize potential, and reach goals.
Excellence
in practice and expectation.
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Confidential Sexual Violence Advocate
Department:
Sexual Assault Services
Supervisor:
Director of Sexual Assault Services
Effective Date:
1/1/2026
Status:
Full Time/Exempt
Grade:
SUMMARY The Confidential Sexual Violence Advocate oversees the coordination and implementation of Union County's confidential sexual violence response services, ensuring compassionate, survivor-centered support for victims of sexual assault. This position is responsible for recruiting, training, and supervising; maintaining strong collaboration with law enforcement, healthcare providers, and prosecutors; and ensuring compliance with all state and programmatic standards. Working under the supervision of the Director of Sexual Assault Services, the CSVA plays a key role in creating and sustaining a trauma-informed, coordinated community response to sexual violence in alignment with the mission and values of the YWCA Union County.
EXPERIENCE / KNOWLEDGE / SPECIALIZED TRAINING
Bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, criminal justice, or related human services field required.
Minimum of two (2) years of experience working with survivors of sexual or domestic violence.
Demonstrated knowledge of sexual violence, trauma, and crisis intervention best practices.
Strong leadership, training, and organizational skills.
Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
Ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary partners, including law enforcement and medical professionals.
Cultural competency and demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
Completion of NJCASA's 40-hour Confidential Sexual Violence Advocate training or willingness to complete upon hire.
Bilingual (Spanish/English) strongly preferred.
Valid driver's license and reliable transportation required.
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES Program Coordination
Oversee and manage the Sexual Assault Response Team (SART) for Union County, ensuring 24/7 coverage for survivor accompaniments.
Recruit, train, and supervise volunteer and staff Confidential Sexual Violence Advocates (CSVAs).
Coordinate the scheduling of on-call shifts and maintain accurate documentation of SART responses.
Serve as the primary liaison with law enforcement, hospitals, and the prosecutor's office to ensure a collaborative, trauma-informed response.
Ensure that all SART services are provided in compliance with NJCASA and NJ DCF standards.
Training & Supervision
Conduct and facilitate NJCASA-approved 40-hour CSVA trainings at least twice annually.
Provide ongoing education, debriefings, and professional development for staff and volunteers.
Maintain up-to-date training materials, ensuring they are inclusive, culturally relevant, and trauma-informed.
Support CSVAs in managing crisis situations and provide debriefing and guidance after accompaniments.
Community Engagement
Build and maintain strong relationships with community partners to strengthen coordinated response efforts.
Provide outreach, education, and training to community organizations, schools, and law enforcement agencies about sexual violence and available services.
Represent YWCA Union County at county-wide SART meetings and statewide sexual violence coordination sessions.
Administrative & Reporting
Maintain accurate and timely data collection, documentation, and reporting for all SART activities.
Track service utilization, volunteer hours, and training compliance.
Assist with the development of annual goals, program evaluation, and grant reporting.
Participate in staff meetings, supervision, and agency-wide initiatives.
General Agency Responsibilities
Represent the YWCA Union County in a professional, compassionate, and mission-driven manner.
Promote the mission of the YWCA: eliminating racism, empowering women, and promoting peace, justice, freedom, and dignity for all.
Participate in agency-wide meetings, trainings, and community outreach events as requested.
Perform other duties as assigned by supervisory personnel.
This job description is a broad outline of the responsibilities and duties that will be amended as needed to meet the program priorities of the YWCA Union County and their ensuring work requirements. It should not be construed as a contract.
The Mission of the YWCA-Union County The YWCA is dedicated to eliminating racism, empowering women, and promoting peace, justice, freedom, and dignity for all.
YWCA Eastern Union County Core Values Commitment
to the mission and working together for the well-being of the community.
Integrity
in relationships, practices, and decisions.
Respect
for each one's roles, diversity, and viewpoints.
Compassion
in understanding, attitude, and action.
Empowerment
to create positive choices, recognize potential, and reach goals.
Excellence
in practice and expectation.
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