Trauma-Informed Sexual Assault Victim Advocate & Crisis Support

Fair Haven Rape Crisis Center; Highland (IN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

Flexible schedule

Parental leave

Retirement plan

Mileage reimbursement

Job summary

Fair Haven RCC is seeking a Sexual Assault Victim Advocate to provide compassionate, trauma-informed advocacy, crisis intervention, and support to survivors of sexual assault and human trafficking. This is a full-time, in-office role with on-call rotation and a starting rate of $18.50/hour.

Responsibilities include crisis intervention, hospital and law enforcement support across Lake, Porter, and LaPorte Counties, and maintaining confidential records.

Qualifications

• One year of experience in crisis intervention, victim advocacy, or office support preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision.
• Knowledge of crisis intervention, victim advocacy, case management, and community resources.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and accurate records.
• Successful completion of required background investigation and fingerprinting.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable, insured vehicle required.

Responsibilities

• Provide primary and backup medical advocacy through an on-call rotation, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Respond to survivors at hospitals, law enforcement agencies, and other designated locations throughout Lake, Porter, and LaPorte Counties.
• Support and manage Fair Haven’s 24/7 crisis line.
• Conduct individualized needs assessments and connect survivors with appropriate community resources.
• Maintain confidential and accurate client records and program data.
• Collaborate with community partners and support daily advocacy program operations.
• Complete administrative responsibilities and other duties as assigned.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Victim advocacy

Communication skills

Confidentiality

Background check

Driver's license

Job description

Fair Haven RCC is seeking a Sexual Assault Victim Advocate to provide compassionate, trauma-informed advocacy, crisis intervention, and support to survivors of sexual assault and human trafficking. This is a full-time, in-office role with on-call rotation and a starting rate of $18.50/hour.

Responsibilities include crisis intervention, hospital and law enforcement support across Lake, Porter, and LaPorte Counties, and maintaining confidential records.