Sexual Assault Prevention Response Victim Advocate (SAPR VA)-Title 5

Army National Guard Units

Milwaukee (WI)

Remote

USD 78,000 - 102,000

Full time

8 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Paid Training Opportunities

Flexible Scheduling

Fitness/Wellness Time

11 Federal Holidays Off

Federal Pension after 5 Years

TSP Savings Plan

Career Development

Job summary

Army National Guard Units seeks a Sexual Assault Prevention Response Victim Advocate (SAPR VA) in Wisconsin. The role provides non-clinical, trauma-informed victim advocacy and crisis intervention for adult sexual assault victims, with strict adherence to DoD forms and reporting procedures.

You will collaborate with SAPR personnel, ensure confidentiality, and support reporting options while maintaining compliance with DoD ethics and program guidelines. Telework is eligible for this position.

Qualifications

Degree in behavioral or social sciences or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Must provide transcripts or other documentation to support education claims.
Four years of related experience equivalent to a major in the field.

Responsibilities

Perform essential victim service, advocacy, and support duties in a trauma-informed, gender-responsive, culturally responsive, and recovery-oriented manner.
Develop rapport and actively listen to provide initial victim advocacy services and crisis intervention within required timeframes.
Assist with DoD forms (e.g., DD Form 2910) and protect sensitive personal information during disclosures.
Explain reporting options (Restricted/Unrestricted) and eligibility criteria for SVC, guiding victims accordingly.
Conduct risk screening and develop tailored interventions addressing individual victim needs.
Advise on confidentiality and exceptions for Protected Communications and SAPR policies.
Coordinate with SAPR personnel statewide to ensure efficient service delivery and scheduling of training.
Complete required DoD-approved training to stay current with best practices and DoD guidelines.

Skills

Trauma-informed care

Crisis intervention

Active listening

Cultural sensitivity

Education

Behavioral or social science degree

Four years of related experience

Job description

Hiring Agency: Army National Guard Units

THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 5 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION. This National Guard position is for a Sexual Assault Prevention Response Victim Advocate (SAPR VA)-Title 5, Position Description Number T5922000 and is part of the Joint Forces Headquarters, Wisconsin National Guard. This position is in the Excepted Service "under the authority for Title V, P.L. 114-328, Sections 932 and 1084 (FY17 NDAA)"

Key Responsibilities

Perform essential victim service, advocacy, and support duties; provide a non-clinical response that is trauma-informed, gender-responsive, culturally responsive, and recovery-oriented, and without prejudice to adult victims of sexual assault.

Apply basic strategies for skilled communication, including developing rapport and actively listening to provide initial victim advocacy services and crisis intervention support for adult victims of sexual assault and comply with mandated timeframes for responding to requests and completing required documents within those timeframes.

Accept official reports of sexual assault by assisting the victim in completing the Defense Department (DD) Form 2910 and other official Department of Defense (DoD) forms as applicable taking sensitive care of handling personally identifiable information when it is disclosed, as well as covered communications.

Demonstrate expertise in offering comprehensive guidance to victims on reporting options(Restricted and Unrestricted), to include options for those not ready to report, explaining exceptions and limitations for each, and ensuring understanding of the eligibility criteria for Special Victims' Counsel (SVC). Perform a series of complex assessments using trauma-informed approaches for all reports of adult sexual assault.

Implement mandatory standardized risk screening protocols to address immediate risk and safety concerns and apply strategies to develop tailored interventions that address the needs of individual victims.

Value and prioritize confidentiality and informed consent standards when advising the victim on the purpose of any information shared during each interaction, ensuring to advise the victim on the protections and exceptions to confidentiality for all covered communications, to include Restricted and Unrestricted Reporting, per Military Rules of Evidence 514 "Victim Advocate - Victim Privilege" and DoD Sexual Assault Advocate Certification Program (D-SAACP) Professional Code of Ethics, and applicable guidance.

Collaborate and consult with other SAPR personnel in the state to ensure efficient service delivery manage caseloads, and meet reporting requirements. Facilitate the planning, scheduling, and delivery of SAPR training for diverse stakeholders and local populations, covering SAPR policies, procedures, reporting options, and other pertinent topics delegated by the Supervisory Principal SARC in compliance with DoD and Service policy.

Successfully complete DoD-approved training and professional development to stay informed about best practices and emerging issues and maintain D-SAACP certification.

Establish and maintain connections with internal and external stakeholders, including law enforcement (to include the Special Victim Investigation and Prosecution), legal professionals (to include Judge Advocates and SVCs), healthcare providers, Chaplains, Integrated Primary Prevention Workforce members, leaders, and community organizations, fostering collaboration, open communication, and a cohesive approach in sexual assault cases to support SAPR program initiatives and case management.

*** This is NOT an all-inclusive list of duties. ***

Requirements & Education

Degree: Behavioral or social science; or related disciplines appropriate to the position. or Combination of education and experience that provided the applicant with knowledge of one or more of the behavioral or social sciences equivalent to a major in the field. or Four years of appropriate experience that demonstrated that the applicant has acquired knowledge of one or more of the behavioral or social sciences equivalent to a major in the field.

*You must provide transcripts or other documentation to support your Educational claims. To receive credit for Education, you must provide documentation of proof that you meet the Education requirements for this position.

BENEFITS AVAILABLE: Paid Time Off (Annual and Sick Leave) Paid Training Opportunities Paid Time Off for Military Duties Flexible Work Scheduling Fitness/Work Out Time (3hrs/week) 11 Paid Federal Holidays Off Promotion and Advancement Opportunities Work/Life Balance Federal Pension after 5 Years TSP Savings Plan (similar to 401K) Meaningful Work that directly affects the Wisconsin National Guard Challenging and Rewarding Career Professional Development and Mentorship Opportunities

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with Army National Guard Units, Department of the Army.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $78098 – $101533/yr.

Is this position remote or telework eligible?

This position is eligible for telework.

What security clearance is required?

This position requires a Secret security clearance.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-11-17.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Fed Excepted' hiring path.