SA Emergency Responder

CCS Summary: Since 1969, Center for Community Solutions (CCS) has been creating safe and healthy communities with a core emphasis on the prevention and intervention of sexual assault and relationship violence. Our mission is to end relationship and sexual violence by being a catalyst for caring communities and social justice. CCS is an equal opportunity employer that strives to create an inclusive environment and a diverse workforce from all backgrounds, abilities, and cultures.

Title:                    Sexual Assault Emergency Responder  

Reports to:       Sexual Assault Response Team Manager

FLSA Status:    Non-exempt

Wages:  $6.00/hour on-call / $18.00/hour call-out ($24.00) -- $6.60/hour on-call / $19.80/hour call-out ($26.40)

Job Type:              On-Call

Location:           Home Office in San Diego County, Various Exam Locations throughout San Diego County

Position Summary: 

The Sexual Assault Emergency Responder (SAER) position is part of CCS’ Sexual Assault Services (SAS) program for the County of San Diego. Dispatches volunteer Sexual Assault Response Team (SART) Advocates to Sexual Assault Forensic Exams (SAFEs) and responds in-person when volunteers are not available. Provides telephonic support to CCS volunteer SART Advocates providing exam accompaniment. Provides confidential crisis intervention, advocacy, support, safety planning, and resources to sexual assault survivors. Participates in SAS-related collaborative supervision, meetings, and trainings.

Essential Functions:

• Accept calls from Forensic Nurses initiating SAFEs and dispatch CCS volunteer SART Advocates to exams
• Respond in-person to SART calls when CCS volunteer SART Advocates are unavailable.
• Provide telephonic consultation and support to CCS volunteer SART Advocates in the field
• Provide crisis intervention, safety and immediate needs assessment, peer counseling, and advocacy when responding in-person.
• Advocate on behalf of sexual assault survivors within various systems to meet the survivors’ immediate needs
• Maintain positive and professional relationships with the SAS team, CCS staff and volunteers, community service providers, law enforcement personnel, and forensic nurse examiners.
• Thoroughly document all interactions with survivors or CCS volunteer SART Advocates using required format, in a timely manner
• Accurately document hours worked using designated electronic timekeeping program and submit electronic timecards and personnel and departmental paperwork according to agency standards
• Attend at least one group-supervision and one on-going training quarterly
• Maintain “Sexual Assault Victim Counselor” status as defined by California Evidence Code § 1035.8 by completing the initial training and required annual hours of ongoing training (currently 12 hours) Total; 8 related to sexual assault.
• Other duties as assigned

Job Requirements:

Education:

• High School diploma required or equivalent (GED).  

Experience:

• Minimum one (1) year experience working with sexual assault, intimate partner violence and/or crisis intervention

Preferred Experience:

• Crisis counseling experience highly desirable
• Bachelor’s degree preferred in counseling, human services or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Bilingual/Multilingual fluency of one or more languages (Written and Oral)

Core Competencies:

• Complete California State-approved Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Crisis Intervention Training and complete a minimum of 12 hours of ongoing training per year as required, 8 of which must be related to sexual assault (or must complete upon hiring).
• Oral and written fluency in English.
• Knowledge of sexual assault and/or intimate partner violence issues and their impact on individuals and families
• Adaptability and flexibility while working in a dynamic work environment
• Ability to work well with law enforcement and medical staff
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including conflict resolution skills
• Must demonstrate an acceptance and respect for cultural diversity in all its forms, including but not limited to ethnicities, sexual orientations, abilities, genders, and religious backgrounds

Working Environment:

This job may operate in a medical hospital environment. Some outreach and off-site activities will be held in other locations, as requested. Must maintain personal cell phone for work-related purposes. Ability to work in IPV, SA, and stalking fields. Working conditions may include possible exposure to communicable diseases related to those typically found in social services settings.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. Must be able to carry up to 20lbs.

Travel:

Up to 50% mostly in San Diego County. Must have reliable transportation available for work-related purposes, a valid California driver’s license, and proof of automobile insurance.

Work Hours:
On-call schedules include overnights, weekends, and holidays. Weekend in person response required when volunteers are not available. On-call schedule includes weeknight shifts 5PM-12AM, and 12AM-8AM; and 24-hr shifts starting at 12AM Saturdays, Sundays, and Holidays. Call-out hours vary within the on-call schedule.

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The information presented indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this category. It is not designated to contain, nor to be interpreted as, a comprehensive inventor of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications, and objectives required of employees assigned to this job. Changes or modifications can be made, with the agreement of the CEO or designee, at any time to the above.

CCS is an equal opportunity employer that strives to create an inclusive environment and a diverse workforce from all backgrounds, abilities, and cultures.