Crisis Advocates to Support Sexual Assault Survivors
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CRISIS ADVOCATES NEEDED TO SUPPORT SEXUAL ASSAULT SURVIVORS THROUGH THE SOUTHERN ARIZONA CENTER AGAINST SEXUAL ASSAULT, A DIVISION OF CODAC.Crisis Advocates provide crisis intervention, support, advocacy, information and referrals for victims of sexual assault and domestic violence. Advocates respond to Pima County hospitals to meet with and support survivors during a crisis. Volunteer shifts support our after-office hour and weekend hospital response efforts. Survivors may be of any age, gender, sexual orientation, race, background, etc.RESPONSIBILITIESProvide brief crisis intervention and respond to hospital sexual assault response calls (as needed).Advocate for and assist victims in connecting with support services in the community including shelters, law enforcement, medical and social services.Provide information about options on orders of protection.Maintain confidentiality of client.Coordinate with on-call Forensic Examiner when receiving a call from hospitals or law enforcement about sexual assault.Document all activities appropriately.Take at least two (2) on-call shifts each month; shifts available after business hours and on weekends.REQUIREMENTSKnowledge and sensitivity regarding issues of sexual assault, human trafficking and domestic violence (training provided).Ability to make a long-term commitment. This includes availability on evenings, weekends and holidays.Ability to work with diverse populations.Ability to complete initial training program and follow-up shadowing.SHIFT TIMES/DAYSVolunteers are requested to provide a minimum of two on-call shifts per month and Interns are requested to provide weekly availability to ensure that requirements for hours are met according to their program’s needs.The after-hours on-call shifts are:Monday through Friday 5p
About Southern Arizona Center Against Sexual Assault
The Southern Arizona Center Against Sexual Assault (SACASA) SACASA is a division of CODAC Health, Recovery & Wellness, a non-profit 501(C)(3) organization that provides mental health, substance abuse, trauma, primary care and general wellness services in Pima County. SACASA provides the following services:24/7 Crisis Hotline in English and Spanish -- offering support, resources and referrals to recent and past survivors of sexual assault, as well as their friends and family members whom we refer to as "secondary survivors."24/7 in-person crisis advocacy at medical facilities and in the community, as appropriate (Sexual Assault Response Service) -- offering support to survivors as well as sharing information about their rights as a victim, coordinating with hospital staff and law enforcement, explaining the survivor’s option to receive a medical forensic exam and/or preventative medication(s), and assistance with planning next steps and connecting to follow-up resources.Walk-in and community support for survivors and their loved ones during office hoursIndividual and group therapyCommunity outreach and trainings
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