Sexual Assault Helpline-Call Center - REMOTE IN FLORIDA ONLY

Suncoast Center, Inc.; Clearwater (FL); Remote; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Suncoast Center, Inc. is seeking a reliable per diem helpline advocate for our Sexual Assault Program. This remote position provides crisis intervention, advocacy, and emotional support to survivors of sexual assault by answering the helpline.

Qualified candidates have a high school diploma or GED (Bachelor’s preferred), strong communication skills, and the ability to work flexible hours including some evenings; background checks and Florida driver’s license may be required.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of trauma and impact of domestic and sexual violence.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to develop and maintain cooperative community relationships.
• Comfortable working with diverse populations.
• Ability to work flexible hours and some evenings.
• Commitment to ethical standards and excellence.
• Proficient in required computer and technical systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide confidential, trauma-informed crisis intervention and support to survivors of sexual assault.
• Assess safety needs and provide individualized support, resources, referrals, and safety planning.
• Use active listening, empathy, and nonjudgmental communication to empower survivors.
• Provide information on medical, legal, advocacy, counseling, and community resources.
• Maintain confidentiality and comply with policies and reporting requirements.
• Coordinate referrals and services with community providers and agencies.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to promote continuity of care.
• Advocate for survivors’ rights, choices, and access to support.
• Maintain client records and service documentation per standards.
• Complete required annual training and ongoing sexual violence training.

Skills

Trauma knowledge

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Community relationships

Diversity awareness

Flexible hours

Ethical standards

Computer systems

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

Qualifications & Performance Standards

Suncoast Center is seeking a reliable, detail-oriented per diem helpline advocate for our Sexual Assault Program. This role is essential to deliver crisis intervention services, advocacy and emotional support to survivors of sexaul assault. This is a remote position that involves answering the sexual assault helpline.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: High school diploma or GED required, Customer service experience preferred. Bachelor’s degree preferred.

Experience/Skills:

• Knowledge of traumaand impact of domestic and sexual violence
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Ability to develop and maintain cooperative community relationships
• Comfortable working with diverse populations.
• Ability to work flexible hours and some evenings
• Commitment to ethical standards and excellence
• Proficient in required computer and technical systems

Additional Requirements:

Must be 21 years of age.

Negative Drug Screening prior to hire and throughout employment.

Clear Criminal Background Check throughout employment with Suncoast Center and local checks prior to hire and annually along with DCF Level II prior to hire and as required by DCF, and Must have valid Florida Driver’s License Motor Vehicle checks prior to hire and annually with acceptable driving record maintained throughout employment along with reliable vehicle, valid registration, and valid vehicle insurance.(must be in compliance with Florida Laws and Administrative Codes with fingerprinting and determined to be of good moral character).

Working Conditions: The per diem helpline advocate position is remote. Must have valid Florida driver's license, proof of personal automobile insurance and a driving record that is acceptable to Suncoast Center; ability to work fulltime with flexible hours if needed.

Computer Literate: Computer and technical skills sufficient to perform responsibilities and train others.

Job Duties

• Provide confidential, trauma-informed crisis intervention and support to primary and secondary survivors of sexual assault.
• Assess safety needs and provide individualized support, resources, referrals, and safety planning.
• Use active listening, empathy, and nonjudgmental communication to empower survivors and support informed decision-making.
• Provide information on medical, legal, advocacy, counseling, and community resources while respecting survivor autonomy.
• Maintain composure and professional boundaries when supporting callers in crisis.
• Maintain confidentiality and comply with organizational policies, ethical standards, and mandated reporting requirements.
• Coordinate referrals, warm handoffs, and services with community providers, hospitals, law enforcement, and advocacy programs.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and community partners to promote continuity of care.
• Advocate for survivors’ rights, choices, and access to appropriate support.
• Coordinate referrals and services with internal programs and community partners.
• Maintain professional relationships with community providers and agency staff to promote collaboration and continuity of care.
• Maintain accurate client records and service documentation in accordance with agency standards.
• Collect and accurately enter survivor service data into required systems.
• Support exam room oversight, OSHA compliance, supply inventory, and coordination of maintenance needs.
• Participate in staff development, quality assurance, and program meetings to remain current on policies, protocols, and community needs.
• Maintain open communication with program leadership regarding operations and service strategies.
• Demonstrate accountability, ethical conduct, professionalism, and respect for all individuals.
• Adhere to agency policies regarding ethics, supervision, confidentiality, safety, and information security.
• Maintain HIPAA compliance and complete required annual training.
• Successfully complete ACT (30-hour Florida Council Against Sexual Violence Advocacy Core Training), at least 2 hours of instructor led role-plays, and at least 4 hours of on-the-job training
• Complete the required 8 hours of ongoing sexual violence training annually
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Core Competencies

• The ability to function and operate as a team player, showing dignity and respect for all.
• The ability to comply with all equal employment opportunity and ethical standards and regulations.
• The ability to take direction in a respectful and productive manner from supervisors and managers.
• The ability to work, as scheduled, in a timely fashion, and with an attitude oriented to service.
• The ability to have cordial and professional relationships both within the organization and with vendors, clients and third parties.
• If appropriate, the ability to produce all appropriate paperwork and reports consistent with contractual, state or federal standard, and to prepare and submit such paperwork on a timely basis.
• The ability to understand and comply with Suncoast Center, Inc. policies and procedures.
• The ability to render compassionate care and equal commitment to serve clients in need of healthcare assistance.

Suncoast is a drug free workplace and we follow all state and federal laws regarding marijuana use

All positions require a screening through the Clearinghouse. This site was implemented under the directive of House Bill 531 (2025). https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

SUNCOASTCENTER, INC.

Sexual Assault Helpline Call Center Per Diem Remote Opportunity

Qualifications & Performance Standards

Suncoast Center is seeking a reliable, detail-oriented per diem helpline advocate for our Sexual Assault Program. This role is essential to deliver crisis intervention services, advocacy and emotional support to survivors of sexaul assault. This is a remote position that involves answering the sexual assault helpline.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: High school diploma or GED required, Customer service experience preferred. Bachelor’s degree preferred.

Experience/Skills:

• Knowledge of traumaand impact of domestic and sexual violence
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Ability to develop and maintain cooperative community relationships
• Comfortable working with diverse populations.
• Ability to work flexible hours and some evenings
• Commitment to ethical standards and excellence
• Proficient in required computer and technical systems

Additional Requirements:

Must be 21 years of age.

Negative Drug Screening prior to hire and throughout employment.

Clear Criminal Background Check throughout employment with Suncoast Center and local checks prior to hire and annually along with DCF Level II prior to hire and as required by DCF, and Must have valid Florida Driver’s License Motor Vehicle checks prior to hire and annually with acceptable driving record maintained throughout employment along with reliable vehicle, valid registration, and valid vehicle insurance.(must be in compliance with Florida Laws and Administrative Codes with fingerprinting and determined to be of good moral character).

Working Conditions: The per diem helpline advocate position is remote. Must have valid Florida driver's license, proof of personal automobile insurance and a driving record that is acceptable to Suncoast Center; ability to work fulltime with flexible hours if needed.

Computer Literate: Computer and technical skills sufficient to perform responsibilities and train others.

Job Duties

• Provide confidential, trauma-informed crisis intervention and support to primary and secondary survivors of sexual assault.
• Assess safety needs and provide individualized support, resources, referrals, and safety planning.
• Use active listening, empathy, and nonjudgmental communication to empower survivors and support informed decision-making.
• Provide information on medical, legal, advocacy, counseling, and community resources while respecting survivor autonomy.
• Maintain composure and professional boundaries when supporting callers in crisis.
• Maintain confidentiality and comply with organizational policies, ethical standards, and mandated reporting requirements.
• Coordinate referrals, warm handoffs, and services with community providers, hospitals, law enforcement, and advocacy programs.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and community partners to promote continuity of care.
• Advocate for survivors’ rights, choices, and access to appropriate support.
• Coordinate referrals and services with internal programs and community partners.
• Maintain professional relationships with community providers and agency staff to promote collaboration and continuity of care.
• Maintain accurate client records and service documentation in accordance with agency standards.
• Collect and accurately enter survivor service data into required systems.
• Support exam room oversight, OSHA compliance, supply inventory, and coordination of maintenance needs.
• Participate in staff development, quality assurance, and program meetings to remain current on policies, protocols, and community needs.
• Maintain open communication with program leadership regarding operations and service strategies.
• Demonstrate accountability, ethical conduct, professionalism, and respect for all individuals.
• Adhere to agency policies regarding ethics, supervision, confidentiality, safety, and information security.
• Maintain HIPAA compliance and complete required annual training.
• Successfully complete ACT (30-hour Florida Council Against Sexual Violence Advocacy Core Training), at least 2 hours of instructor led role-plays, and at least 4 hours of on-the-job training
• Complete the required 8 hours of ongoing sexual violence training annually
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Core Competencies

• The ability to function and operate as a team player, showing dignity and respect for all.
• The ability to comply with all equal employment opportunity and ethical standards and regulations.
• The ability to take direction in a respectful and productive manner from supervisors and managers.
• The ability to work, as scheduled, in a timely fashion, and with an attitude oriented to service.
• The ability to have cordial and professional relationships both within the organization and with vendors, clients and third parties.
• If appropriate, the ability to produce all appropriate paperwork and reports consistent with contractual, state or federal standard, and to prepare and submit such paperwork on a timely basis.
• The ability to understand and comply with Suncoast Center, Inc. policies and procedures.
• The ability to render compassionate care and equal commitment to serve clients in need of healthcare assistance.

Suncoast is a drug free workplace and we follow all state and federal laws regarding marijuana use

All positions require a screening through the Clearinghouse. This site was implemented under the directive of House Bill 531 (2025). https://info.flclearinghouse.com/