- IowaCASA
Sexual Abuse Victims Advocate for CAASA

The Sexual Abuse Victims Advocate at Centers Against Abuse & Sexual Assault (CAASA) is responsible for the coordination of activities and programs within their respective county (ies) and will assist with the outreach activities to diverse populations and coordination of programs and service to these populations. This position is for Sioux, Lyon, and Osceola counties.
TO APPLY, please send a cover letter and resume to Bobi Miller at bobi@caasaonline.org.
Performance responsibilities:
General Administration
Comply with all CAASA policies and procedures
Assist in policy and procedure development
Is responsible to the Sexual Abuse Services Coordinator and Executive Director
Programs
Provide crisis counseling and advocacy for victims of sexual assault
Complete all necessary intake forms and assessments
Complete all necessary statistical reporting forms and input
Complete and maintain appropriate documentation of client contacts
Facilitate support groups for victims of sexual assault and significant others
Advocate for victims within criminal justice, medical and social systems
Coordinate sexual abuse prevention education programs in their respective county schools
Carry phone for on call, during work hours and periodic crisis line coverage as determined by a rotating schedule
Assist with recruiting and training of volunteers as needed
Assist with CAASA volunteer activities
Recruit volunteers from within minority population
Education/Community Involvement
Perform, coordinate and maintain awareness of agency services, networking with area service providers, and eliciting support for CAASA through public speaking and participation in regional activities and fund raising.
Coordinate community outreach programs within service area and assist other staff with their activities as needed
Work with schools providing education and information as it relates to prevention of childhood sexual abuse
Personnel
Attend staff meetings and when possible board meetings
Participate in ongoing continuing education
Assist other staff as needed
Other
Coordinate and implement fundraising events in county(s)
Other duties as directed
Qualifications:
Personal Qualities
Demonstrate understanding and commitment to sexual assault issues
Maintain confidentiality
Adhere to the code of ethics established by CAASA and IowaCASA
Able to work flexible hours
Be able to work well in a team atmosphere
Possess good verbal and written communication skills
Self-directed, flexible, assertive and diplomatic
Reliability and punctuality
Maintain professional appearance at all times when representing CAASA
Ability to work with people of diverse racial, cultural and ethnic groups
Function effectively in crisis situations or tense, emotional situations
Access to a reliable vehicle with a valid driver’s license and proof of insurance
Ability to travel and transport clients
Good organizational skills
Office skills, including computer literacy, or willingness to learn same
Education/Experience
Prefer B.S. or B.A. in social service field and experience, but will also consider equivalent work and life experience
Paid or volunteer human service experience preferred but not required
Completed background checks from DCI and the Department of Human services
Must complete Victim Counselor Training
Must obtain and maintain IowaCASA sexual assault certification within one year of employment