- Think through the lens of racial equity and its intersections with poverty. Use the core principles of anti-racism and grounding those principles in all daily tasks
- Incorporate the YWCA's commitment to social justice by understanding how racism, sexism, classism and other oppressions intersect and are embedded in institutions. Seek opportunities for continued learning about racial, gender and class equity
- Assure that participants, staff, volunteers and community partners are treated with respect and dignity regardless of race, ethnic background, gender or socioeconomic background.
- Gain approval for, track, and engage in activities that meet the organization's 1% for Social Change Requirement
- Provide advocacy that reflects an awareness of diversity in the lifestyle and cultural background of individuals and families, effectively communicate available resources that support cultural values, beliefs, and customs, and honor the lived experience of every survivor accessing support services.
- Call the Hotline at the start of each shift to confirm that you are available to take calls.
- While on shift, respond to sexual assault hotline calls within fifteen minutes of when the call comes in.
- While on shift, provide in-person support during medical forensic exams at Peace Health or Legacy
- Document participant-related information as required by law in a manner that aligns with relevant confidentiality policies.
- Call the Sexual Assault Program Director at the end of each shift to provide an overview of all calls taken or to report that no calls were taken.
- Submit participant-related documents to the Director of the Sexual Assault Program within 24 hours of the call or visit.
- Accurately fill out and submit a timesheet to the Director of the Sexual Assault Program by due date each month
- Adhere to all policies and procedures of YWCA Clark County and the Sexual Assault program
- Engage in initial sexual assault advocacy training (or have equivalent training through another agency)
- Attend and document 12 hours of sexual assault continuing education training every fiscal year
- Offer emotional support
- Provide relevant information and resources and address participant concerns
- Make mandatory reports as legally required
- Provide relevant information, referrals, and resources to the participant and other individuals as appropriate.
- High school diploma or G.E.D.
- Experience working with persons in crisis
- Complete and pass a background check in accordance to contract requirements; this should not be a deterrent to applying
- Complete all sexual assault advocacy core training requirements for Washington state
- Dependable means of transportation
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On-Call Sexual Assault Advocate - Vancouver, United States - Mac's List
Description
Status:
On-Call
Response Pay Rate:
$20.00 Per Hour + Bilingual Differential
Standby Wage:
$30/weeknight shift, $100/weekend shift + $20.00 an hour when responding to calls.
Benefits:
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Mission:
Position Specific Duties:
There is a strong social justice component to all positions within YWCA Clark County, requiring critical thinking through the lens of racism and intersections with poverty.
Education and Experience
Language fluency:
verbally and in writing, clearly communicate with participants, co-workers and community partners in English as needed. Bilingual skills preferred.
Ability to work at a higher level: put the needs of the participants, program, and organization above personal needs and demonstrate unwavering integrity and accountability.
Ability to maintain strong boundaries:
maintain strong personal/professional boundaries at all times to make sure that work is spent supporting the participants and furthering the mission of the program and organization.
Strong problem-solving skills: resourceful and able to resolve challenges while knowing when it's time to stop and ask questions or seek additional guidance.
Some technological skills:
effectively use email and Microsoft Word to fulfill position related expectations.
Strong soft-skills: with little to no prompting, adapt work and communication style to mitigate and/or de-escalate crisis, and to best support our participants.
Ability to respond:
while on shift must have reliable transportation to respond to hospital calls within 15 minutes, and phone inquiries immediately.
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Listing Type
Jobs
Categories
Nonprofit | Social Services
Position Type
Part Time
Experience Level
Entry Level
Salary Min
20
Salary Max
21
Salary Type
/hr.
