Lead Sexual Assault Advocate - 24/7 Crisis Response

Automatic Data Processing, Inc.; Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

YWCA Greater Lafayette in Lafayette, Indiana is seeking a Lead Sexual Assault Advocate to provide direct support to survivors and coordinate our 24-hour sexual assault response program. This role combines hands-on advocacy with the coordination needed to ensure survivors have access to compassionate, timely services.

This position reports to the Community Services Manager and requires experience in crisis intervention, trauma-informed care, and strong collaboration with community partners.

Qualifications

• Experience in advocacy, crisis intervention, case management, or supportive services for people affected by trauma or violence.
• Understanding of trauma informed care and survivor-centered advocacy.
• Ability to respond calmly to difficult situations while maintaining confidentiality and professional boundaries.
• Strong communication, organization, and documentation skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage changing priorities, and collaborate with community partners.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel.
• Your own transportation.
• Experience in sexual assault advocacy, medical advocacy, court advocacy, or crisis hotline services.

Responsibilities

• Provide crisis intervention, emotional support, safety planning, and referrals through our hotline and in person.
• Accompany survivors to hospitals and provide support before, during, and after forensic medical examinations.
• Help survivors understand their reporting options, rights, and available resources, including providing court accompaniment.
• Provide ongoing case management and connect survivors with counseling, housing, healthcare, financial assistance, and other services.
• Facilitate support groups that offer survivors opportunities for healing and connection.
• Coordinate hotline coverage and advocate schedules to maintain access to services around the clock.
• Build relationships with hospitals, law enforcement, prosecutors, and community organizations to improve services for survivors.
• Support outreach, community education, and training for staff, interns, and volunteers.
• Maintain confidential client records and assist with program data, grant reporting, and service improvement.

Skills

Advocacy

Crisis intervention

Case management

Trauma-informed care

Communication

Organization

Documentation

Independent work

Collaboration with partners

MS Word/Outlook/Excel

Education

Bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, human services, criminal justice, counseling, nonprofit management, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Word

Outlook

Excel

Job description

YWCA Greater Lafayette in Lafayette, Indiana is seeking a Lead Sexual Assault Advocate to provide direct support to survivors and coordinate our 24-hour sexual assault response program. This role combines hands-on advocacy with the coordination needed to ensure survivors have access to compassionate, timely services.

This position reports to the Community Services Manager and requires experience in crisis intervention, trauma-informed care, and strong collaboration with community partners.