The SAFE Alliance
Sexual Assault Victim Advocate - Rathgeber Village Campus
The SAFE Alliance, Austin, Texas, us, 78716
Sexual Assault Advocate (Rathgeber Village Campus)
SAFE Alliance seeks a Sexual Assault Advocate for the Community Services Program Sexual Assault Services department. This role requires a client‑centered, trauma‑informed survivor accompaniment. Applicants must bring a strong commitment to supporting survivors through medical, legal, and emotional processes.
Responsibilities
Provide forensic medical accompaniment, including forensic exams, HIV prophylaxis, strangulation care, and kit conversions.
Assist survivors with delayed law‑enforcement reports, detective interviews, Title IX hearings, and court proceedings.
Offer face‑to‑face crisis intervention, discuss medical and legal options, and explain SAFE Alliance support services such as counseling, legal advocacy, and follow‑up services.
Maintain a strengths‑based, trauma‑informed approach for ongoing advocacy and follow‑up.
Position Details
Full‑time, exempt position with an annual salary of $48,000–$50,000, plus an annual language differential of $3,600 for English/Spanish bilingual applicants.
Location: Rathgeber Village Campus, Mueller area. Some travel within the community or between campuses and remote/hybrid work may be required.
Work schedule: staggered 24/7 services with on‑call duty 3 consecutive days a week for 12‑hour shifts; on‑call stipend of $2,000 per year.
Perks and Benefits
Health insurance, short‑term disability, and life insurance paid by the employer; option for additional dependent coverage.
Paid time off accruals of up to 15 days a year, prorated based on hire date and hours worked.
8 standard paid holidays; up to 4 personal holidays may be granted depending on hire date.
Voluntary benefits plan including dental, vision, flexible spending, pet insurance, and 403(b) retirement with employer match.
Benefit plans effective the first day of the month following thirty days of continuous employment.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in social or behavioral sciences or related field (or equivalent work experience).
Bilingual in Spanish and English preferred.
Minimum 1 year of experience providing crisis stabilization support and advocacy or case management to trauma/sexual assault survivors.
Attendance required at monthly Assault Victim Advocacy program team meetings.
Ability to work quickly in fast‑paced medical environments and interact effectively with first responders.
Completion of the 40‑Hour Office of Attorney General Sexual Assault Advocacy Training Program within six months of employment and participation in annual continuing education.
Valid Texas driver’s license; driving record acceptable and at least three consecutive years of driving experience (or one year if over 27 years of age).
Pass required criminal background checks (including FBI fingerprint if applicable), pre‑employment drug screen, and TB test as applicable.
Compliance with COVID‑19 policies; vaccination recommended.
Application Information And Instructions
Applications are not accepted via email.
Applications remain open until positions are filled; applicants will be notified via email regarding status.
New employees start on either the 1st or 16th of the month (adjusted if on a weekend). All new hires must attend a three‑day orientation, both in‑person and virtual.
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Responsibilities
Provide forensic medical accompaniment, including forensic exams, HIV prophylaxis, strangulation care, and kit conversions.
Assist survivors with delayed law‑enforcement reports, detective interviews, Title IX hearings, and court proceedings.
Offer face‑to‑face crisis intervention, discuss medical and legal options, and explain SAFE Alliance support services such as counseling, legal advocacy, and follow‑up services.
Maintain a strengths‑based, trauma‑informed approach for ongoing advocacy and follow‑up.
Position Details
Full‑time, exempt position with an annual salary of $48,000–$50,000, plus an annual language differential of $3,600 for English/Spanish bilingual applicants.
Location: Rathgeber Village Campus, Mueller area. Some travel within the community or between campuses and remote/hybrid work may be required.
Work schedule: staggered 24/7 services with on‑call duty 3 consecutive days a week for 12‑hour shifts; on‑call stipend of $2,000 per year.
Perks and Benefits
Health insurance, short‑term disability, and life insurance paid by the employer; option for additional dependent coverage.
Paid time off accruals of up to 15 days a year, prorated based on hire date and hours worked.
8 standard paid holidays; up to 4 personal holidays may be granted depending on hire date.
Voluntary benefits plan including dental, vision, flexible spending, pet insurance, and 403(b) retirement with employer match.
Benefit plans effective the first day of the month following thirty days of continuous employment.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in social or behavioral sciences or related field (or equivalent work experience).
Bilingual in Spanish and English preferred.
Minimum 1 year of experience providing crisis stabilization support and advocacy or case management to trauma/sexual assault survivors.
Attendance required at monthly Assault Victim Advocacy program team meetings.
Ability to work quickly in fast‑paced medical environments and interact effectively with first responders.
Completion of the 40‑Hour Office of Attorney General Sexual Assault Advocacy Training Program within six months of employment and participation in annual continuing education.
Valid Texas driver’s license; driving record acceptable and at least three consecutive years of driving experience (or one year if over 27 years of age).
Pass required criminal background checks (including FBI fingerprint if applicable), pre‑employment drug screen, and TB test as applicable.
Compliance with COVID‑19 policies; vaccination recommended.
Application Information And Instructions
Applications are not accepted via email.
Applications remain open until positions are filled; applicants will be notified via email regarding status.
New employees start on either the 1st or 16th of the month (adjusted if on a weekend). All new hires must attend a three‑day orientation, both in‑person and virtual.
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