This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/488164000. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
INTRODUCTION
This position is that of Sexual Assault Prevention and Response (SAPR) Victim Advocacy (VA) Support Specialist. The SAPR VA Support Specialist works under the program oversight of the installation. Sexual Assault Response Coordinator for sexual assault cases and is supervised by Installation SARC. The purpose of this position is to serve as the primary initial point of contact for victims of sexual assault. The incumbent will work closely with the installation Sexual Assault Response Coordinator (SARC) to ensure comprehensive care for victims throughout their care process. Incumbent will provide 24/7 support for victims' immediate needs. Incumbent will assess all safety concerns and will provide victims information on resources that are available. Will serve as an advocate for the expressed interests of victims with all intervening agencies to also include law enforcement, chaplains, medical, and legal. Incumbent will brief the SARC to apprise them of SAPR service provision. The SAPR Victim Advocate Support Specialist is required to complete in person DoD Sexual Assault Advocate Credentialing Program SAPR Victim Advocate training.
Learn more about this agency01/08/2018 to 01/22/2018
$50,822 - $60,560 per year
Locality Pay Included, Dependent on Experience
NF 04
1 vacancy in the following location:
Not required - Not Required
NoNot Applicable
Permanent
Full-time - Full Time
No
18142
488164000
MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Serves on the SAPR watch bill as a primary, initial point of contact for victims of sexual assault and as an advocate for the expressed interests of victims. Assists the SARC in coordinating the services that victims receive from various agencies including medical, legal, mental health and investigative services.
Facilitates care and provide referrals and nonclinical support to the adult victims of a sexual assault. Ensures that the victim understands that speaking with the Victim Advocate is voluntary. As appropriate, thoroughly explains to the victim each of the reporting options available to him or her including the exceptions and/or limitations on use applicable to each.
Provides information and facilitates referrals for services tailored to the client’s needs and safety that may include: providing crisis intervention, imparting information about the SAPR Program and the reporting options offered to victims of sexual assault under the program, ensuring victims are informed of their rights and of the available military and civilian resources.
Facilitates victim's contact with military and civilian resources, as requested by the victim. Refers victims who do not wish to disclose their identity to civilian resources.
Attends Sexual Assault Case Management Group (SACMG) meetings when a case is presented involving a victim ·with whom the SAPR VA has had contact in order to advocate the victim and to ensure the victim's needs are met.
Maintains follow-up contact with the victim as requested by the victim. Supports the victim in decision making by providing relevant information and discussing available options. Assist the victim with prioritizing actions and establishing short and long term goals related to recovery from sexual assault.
Supports the victim in advocating on his or her own behalf. Assists the victim in contacting appropriate military and civilian legal offices for personal legal advice and assistance specific to the victim's circumstances or case, including the filing for civilian or military protective orders. The Victin Advocate shall not provide legal advice, but may provide general information on the civil or criminal legal process.
Advises the victim of the impact of sexual assault on family members and offer referral information for family members.
Accompanies the victim to appointments and civilian and military court proceedings as appropriate and when requested by the victim.
Consults regularly with the SARC on ongoing assistance provided, Is directly accountable to the SARC for all SAPR cases, (Reports all victim's support services and response information to the SARC and consults with the SARC on an ongoing basis to ensure comprehensive care for victims throughout the care process.)
Assists the installation SARC with interfacing with military and civilian agencies to identify relevant resources and means of accessing appropriate services to promote availability of victim advocacy services and support systems. Assists the SARC with the development and coordination of installation SAPR prevention and public awareness campaigns and local events.
Conducts trainings on sexual assault prevention and response as required.
Assist SARC in incident data collection and reporting requirement. Is required to capture service delivery outputs in FFSMIS.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
The candidate must exercise mature judgment and tact in that he/she represents the Navy SAPR Program in dealing with senior level officials such as Admirals, Master Chiefs, and Commanding Officers.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Candidate will be required to conduct business in a shipboard environment as well as a shore based office. Movement throughout shipyards, repair and construction areas are routinely required. Climbing up and down ladders and other semi-strenuous activities, normally found in shipboard environment will be routinely enc01mtered. For positions with multiple installations within the Area of Responsibility (AOR), travel may be required between installations.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The candidate will be required to conduct work in a shipboard environment as well as a shore based office. Candidate must possess the ability to assess situations where safety equipment such as safety shoes, hard hat) eye protection and hearing protection are required. SAPR VA must have a vehicle to travel to training, coordinate tasks/actions with clients, command and military and civilian agencies within the local area of the installation. Possess and maintain a valid driver's license.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENT:
This is a noncritical sensitive position. Department of Navy background check authorizing access must be completed and contain no convictions of sexual assault and domestic violence.
KNOWLEDGE RQUIRED BY THE POSITION
Completion of a four year degree in behavioral health, social science, or criminal justice and two years of experience that demonstrates acquired knowledge of one or more of the behavioral health or social sciences equivalent to a major in the field or an appropriate combination of education and experience that demonstrates possession of knowledge and skill equivalent to that gained in the above.
Must have the analytical ability and skill in interpersonal relationships.
The incumbent must have knowledge of the dynamics of sexual assault and victim advocacy and care. Knowledge of the military, Department of Defense (DoD), Department of Navy (DoN), and Sexual Assault Prevention and Response (SAPR) program is preferred.
The incumbent must have the ability to understand, be sensitive, and have empathy for victims.
Ability to develop trusting and helping relationships and to work effectively with individuals and families from diverse racial, ethnic, religious and socioeconomic backgrounds.
The incumbent must have the ability to intervene in crisis situations, using sound professional judgment, ethical practice, and common sense.
The incumbent must have the ability to work cooperatively with military and civilian medical, social service, law enforcement, and legal personnel on behalf of victims.
The incumbent must be skilled in oral and written communication.
The incumbent must have the demonstrated ability to provide effective trainings and briefings, as he/she might be requested to provide these services as a support to the SARC.
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:
A four (4) year degree or higher from an accredited college or university in the study of behavior health, social science or criminal justice or in a related field.
A selection may be made from the resumes/applications received at the first cut-off date. Some positions have special requirements. Selection may be tentative pending the completion of the satisfactory employment reference checks and receipt of proof of education (where applicable). Selectee may be required to complete a one (1) year probationary period. Salary is commensurate with experience and/or education.
Reasonable accommodations are provided to applicants with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed for any part of the application and hiring process, please contact the Human Resources Manager at 422-3784. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be on a case by case basis.
Military Spousal Preference (MSP): 1. The MSP Certification Form must be completed and attached to application at time of submission. 2. Military Spousal Preference applies to all positions in pay bands NF 1-3, CY positions, and equivalent Crafts and Trades position for which qualified.
Veterans Preference (VET): You must request for preference at the time you submit your application and attach a copy of your DD214 member page four to certify eligibility.
All required documents submitted for this position must indicate the announcement number, position title and full name of the applicant on each document.
Condition of employment: selectee will be required to participate in the Direct Deposit/Electronic Funds Transfer within the first 30 days of employment. This is the DoD standard methods of payment of personnel.
All positions require a satisfactory completion of a National Agency Check (NAC) or equivalent background check.
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You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Using the qualifications of the positions, a predetermined Ranking and Rating Criteria of knowledge, skills and abilities will be used for each application. Applicants who do not meet the qualifications required will not be interviewed and interviews may be limited to best qualified applicants.
Management reserves the right to consider and make additional hiring selections, for this specific position, from the certified list of eligible candidates within 90 days of the closing date of this job announcement.
Proof of Education (transcripts if qualifying based on education)
If claiming Veteran’s Preference, page 4 of DD214 is required, showing reason for discharge and re-entry codes
Military Spousal Preference (MSP) Form and Military Orders Including Page 2.
Last Personnel Action Report (PAR) or SF-50, if applicable
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
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This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/488164000. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
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