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VICTIM ADVOCATE COORDINATOR - TITLE 5

Department of the Army
Army National Guard Units
KY G9
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Summary

THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 5 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION.

This National Guard position is for a VICTIM ADVOCATE COORDINATOR - TITLE 5, Position Description Number T5305000 and is part of the KY G9, National Guard.

Overview

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Hiring complete
Open & closing dates
11/27/2018 to 12/16/2018
Salary
$50,598 to - $65,778 per year
Pay scale & grade
GS 9
Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
Frankfort, KY
1 vacancy
Telework eligible
Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
Travel Required
Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Appointment type
Permanent
Work schedule
Full-Time
Service
Excepted
Promotion potential
None
Supervisory status
No
Security clearance
Secret
Drug test
Yes
Announcement number
KY-10357164-AR-19-034
Control number
517829200

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Clarification from the agency

Open to: AREA 6 - All U.S. Citizens

Duties

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As a VICTIM ADVOCATE COORDINATOR - TITLE 5, GS-0301-9, you will serve with the JFHQ Sexual Assault Response Coordinator (SARC) as the designated specialist of victim support services. Coordinate and oversee implementation of the Sexual Assault Prevention and Response (SAPR) and Sexual Harassment Assault Response & Prevention (SHARP) Programs. Manage sexual assault awareness, prevention, training, and victim advocacy (VA). Provide victim advocate support by providing advice, guidance or victim services question clarification. Provide advocacy services to individuals with issues related to being a victim/survivor of sexual assault. Assist victims in developing safety plans, conduct a risk assessment, and provide emotional support, crisis intervention, prevention awareness and education to victims. Work with the JFHQ SARC to support state National Guard (NG) units in the completion of required training and conduct training as needed. Ensure victims of sexual assault receive all needed guidance and emotional support during administrative, medical, investigative, and legal procedures. Accompany victims and provide support in securing medical treatment for injuries; safe shelter; protective orders; court hearings; support before, during and after trials; appointments; educational services; transportation; financial services, and follow-up assistance. Serve on the Sexual Assault Review Board (SARB) or Case Management Board. Serve as the point of contact in coordinating victim care from initial report to resolution of victim's health and well-being. Work with the state leadership, unit commanders, and first response groups to improve systemic barriers to victims' services and offender accountability. Perform other duties as assigned.
A more comprehensive detailed description of the position may be found in Position Description T5305000 on file in the employing unit or in the Human Resources Office. POC is Whitney Click, 502-607-1338.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

This PD is prohibited for the following civilian and military occupational specialties due to conflict of interest:
Chaplain personnel and chaplain assistants
Law enforcement personnel
Judge advocates and paralegals
Military commanders
Medical and mental health providers

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
May be subject to furlough actions.
Acceptance of a Federal position will terminate Tricare eligibility.
This position is located on a tobacco free facility.
Must obtain and maintain a favorable adjudication of a T3 or equivalent investigation.
Must complete a medical physical, medical profile, and cleared drug test, prior to appointment.
Must undergo initial and periodic job suitability and credentialing assessments.
Must obtain and maintain current required certifications in self-aid buddy care and first aid.
Must possess a valid driver's license and have the ability to operate a motor vehicle.
Must be able to occasionally work other than normal duty hours.
Must be able to receive and maintain Defense Sexual Assault Advocate Certification Program (D-SAACP) accreditation.
In accordance with the Domestic Violence Misdemeanor Amendment (30 Sep 96) of the Gun Control Act (Lautenberg Amendment) of 1968 -AND- DoDI 6495.03, Defense Sexual Assault Advocate Certification Program (D-SAACP), September 2015, an individual convicted of a qualifying crime of sexual assault, domestic violence, child abuse, or violent crime and/or is registered as a sex offender may not perform the duties of this position.

Qualifications

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE:
Must have at least one year experience at the next lower level in the normal line of progression through federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector that demonstrates the knowledge and experience in personnel programs, family programs, or community service programs. Experience supporting social concerns, health and wellness, and/or trauma recovery conditions. Experience maintaining confidentiality. Knowledgeable in the sexual assault and domestic abuse prevention policies, regulations, and statutory requirements. Experience processing restricted/unrestricted sexual assault documentation. Knowledge and understanding the physical and/or psychological trauma of sexual assault, and the investigative and legal aspects of sexual assault. Experience preparing reports, briefings, and training plans. Ability to comprehend statistical trends analysis and reports. Experience presenting program briefings to senior leaders. Experience developing training materials with the ability to facilitate effective trainings for the Sexual Assault Prevention and Response (SAPR) or similar programs. Experience managing or providing crisis intervention for sexual assaults. Experience maintaining effective professional relationships. Experience interacting with diversified groups, individuals, and organizations.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
Resume must have complete dates (Example 2 JAN 1980 to 3 MAR 1981 or JAN 1980 to MAR 1981), work schedule, and hours worked per week of employment. Use of year only and unspecified work schedule will result in disqualification. Each applicant must fully substantiate -in their own words- that they meet 100% of the minimum requirements and specialized experience listed above in detail; otherwise, the applicant will be considered unqualified for this position. Do NOT copy and paste from the vacancy announcement or the position description. Also, make sure the applicant's name is on every document submitted, otherwise it will NOT be considered.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Additional information

If you are a male applicant who was born after 12/31/1959 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered or you are not eligible for appointment in this agency (http://www.sss.gov/RegVer/wfRegistration.aspx).

If you are unable to apply online or need to fax a document you do not have in electronic form, view the following link for information regarding an Alternate Application.

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Once the announcement has closed, your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine if you meet the qualifications listed on this announcement. If you are qualified, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared to your responses on the assessment questionnaire to determine your level of experience. If you rate yourself higher than is supported by your application package, your responses may be adjusted and/or you may be excluded from consideration for this position. If you are found to be among the qualified candidates, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration. Veteran preference eligibles are listed ahead of non-preference eligibles.

Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics):
Interpersonal Skills, Planning and Evaluating, Stress Tolerance, and Technical Competence

VETERANS PREFERENCE:
If you are claiming veteran's preference, you MUST submit the appropriate documentation. Failure to do so WILL result in the loss of veteran's preference, and will possibly impact your placement on the certificate. For more veterans' information please click https://
www.fedshirevets.gov/job/vetpref/index.aspx
.

10-Point Veterans' Preference: You MUST submit all supporting documentation as specified on the SF-15, "Application for 10-Point Veterans' Preference". You can locate the SF 15 at https://www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/SF15.pdf

5-Point Veterans' Preference: You MUST submit a copy of your DD-214 which includes Character of Service (usually Member-4 copy). If you are currently active duty, you may submit written documentation (certification) from your branch of service certifying that you are expected to be discharged or released from active duty under honorable conditions no later than 120 days after the date the certification is signed. The certification should also include when your terminal leave will begin, your rank and dates of active duty service.

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