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Crisis Counselor Family Advocacy & Support Services

State Attorney's Office, 19Th Circuit- Victim Advocate

Job in Okeechobee, Okeechobee County, Florida, 34972, USA
Listing for: People First Service Center
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-01-11
Job specializations:
  • Social Work
    Crisis Counselor, Family Advocacy & Support Services
  • Healthcare
    Crisis Counselor, Family Advocacy & Support Services
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: STATE ATTORNEY'S OFFICE, 19TH CIRCUIT- VICTIM ADVOCATE I - 21014246

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STATE ATTORNEY'S OFFICE, 19TH CIRCUIT- VICTIM ADVOCATE I -

Date:
Sep 22, 2025

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Requisition No:855795

Agency:
Justice Administrative Commission

Working Title:

STATE ATTORNEY'S OFFICE, 19TH CIRCUIT- VICTIM ADVOCATE I -

The Sexual Assault Assistance Program (SAAP) of the Treasure Coast and Okeechobee is seeking a qualified candidate for a Sexual Assault Advocate Position providing crisis intervention, advocacy and outreach to sexual assault survivors. Successful candidate will also work as an on-call first responder advocate for the Sexual Assault Assistance Program working with both reporting and non-reporting sexual assault survivors.

Start Date: When filled.

Location: Okeechobee, St. Lucie, Martin & Indian River, FL

  • A successful candidate will be fingerprinted and must pass a level 2 criminal background check.
  • Candidates must not have an arrest history.
  • Candidates will be required to use their Personal automobile and must possess the required auto insurance in accordance with Florida Statutes and possess a valid Florida Driver’s License.

Please do NOT apply via People First. Applications submitted via People First will NOT be reviewed.

  • Bachelor’s degree in human services or a related field, or associate’s degree and 1 year proven direct service work experience (either salaried or volunteer) in a Sexual Assault Program or related social service field will be considered equally.

2. Interest and concern for victims of sexual assault.

  • Understanding of the issues surrounding sexual assault and a familiarity with the needs of survivors and their families.
  • Demonstrated ability to work with individuals from diverse backgrounds
  • and work calmly through a crisis.

5. Personal automobile with required auto insurance in accordance with Florida Statutes and must possess a valid Florida Driver’s License.

6. No arrest history.

7. Completion of 40-hour Advocacy Core Training within 30 days of hire.

B. KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS:
  • Ability to integrate well with existing Sexual Assault Assistance Program staff.
  • Ability to work effectively with medical personnel, law enforcement agencies, State Attorney’s Office staff, and all other professionals who come into contact with victims of sexual assault and other violent crimes.
  • Ability and commitment to maintain confidentiality, listen well with effective communication skills, be empathetic and a good problem solver, and offer non-judgmental care.
  • Knowledge of medical process involving sexual assault exams and the legal process involving victims of sexual assault.
  • Ability to work independently at times as well as to take directions and follow office/program policy and speak to sexual assault victims in a sympathetic manner so that the victim will feel safe and not be frightened or discouraged from continuing discussion.
  • Knowledge of other community agencies which might provide services to victims of sexual assault.
    • C. GENERAL

    DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Dispatcher/Rape Crisis Counselor On-Call for 24-hour SAAP Helpline providing crisis intervention, information and referrals, advocacy and support for sexual assault survivors who call the confidential, anonymous helpline.
  • Must possess the ability to explain and assist with Crimes Compensation to victims of sexual assault.
  • Refer victims of sexual assault to any other appropriate agency which might meet their specific needs.
  • Provide Crisis Intervention, referrals and information to victims of sexual assault.
  • Twenty-four (24)-hour on-call accompaniment to Law Enforcement, Hospital, and other places where sexual assault victims may be located.
  • Follow proper safety standards.

    • D. SPECIFIC

    DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

    • Travel throughout the four-county area (Martin, St. Lucie, Indian River, Okeechobee) to assist victims of sexual violence.
    • Must be available to work overtime, evenings and weekends.
    • Provides on-going advocacy, accompaniment, information, referrals, assistance with crimes compensation and other forms, and crisis intervention for assigned clients and other direct services assistance as needed.
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