Victim Advocate

Job Description
Main Areas of Responsibility: 

The Victim Advocate is responsible for providing crisis intervention on crisis hotline and in-person advocacy to survivors of sexual assault and their loved ones.

Additional Areas of Responsibility: 

Other duties include maintaining accurate files and records of each service provided in accordance with agency standards. The Victim Advocate will also provide legal advocacy as needed. Additionally, may be asked to be back-up and on-call during night and weekend hours outside of their shift.

Other Information/Requirements: 

• Bachelor degree (Social Sciences or related field)
• Bi-Lingual (English/Spanish) preferred
• A minimum of one year experience in social service field
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Must be willing to work with other agencies and participate in outreach activities
• Ability to adhere to strict standards of confidentiality
• Must obtain Criminal Records Background clearance

How to Apply: 

Successful applicants must complete the RCCCNM 40-hour Volunteer Advocate Training.
Please send letter of interest, resume and references to [email protected].
Resumes without letter of interest will NOT be considered.

Contact Information
Name: 
Abby Larson
Agency/Organization: 
Rape Crisis Center of Central New Mexico
Address: 
9741 Candelaria NE
City: 
Albuquerque
State: 
New Mexico
Zip/Postal Code: 
87112
Business Phone: 
505-291-3564
Email Address: 
[email protected]
Internal Info
Date to Post: 
Sep 29 2014
Date to Remove: 
Oct 13 2014

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