Victim Advocate and Community Outreach Coordinator

Victim Advocate & Community Engagement Coordinator

The Center for Sexual Assault Survivors

Reports To: Program Manager and/or Executive Director

Salary Range: $45,000-$55,000, Full-Time, Exempt Position

Location: 11838 Rock Landing Drive, Suite 220, Newport News, VA

Position Summary

The Victim Advocate & Community Engagement Coordinator provides trauma-informed advocacy and support services to survivors of sexual assault and their loved ones while strengthening community awareness, partnerships, and prevention efforts. This position serves as a direct support resource for survivors and acts as a liaison between The Center for Sexual Assault Survivors and community stakeholders to increase access to services, education, and engagement. This position is also part of the on-call staff rotation providing 24-hour crisis response for The Center’s hotline.

The ideal candidate is compassionate, organized, culturally responsive, and committed to survivor-centered advocacy and community empowerment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Victim Advocacy & Survivor Support

• • Provide trauma-informed, survivor-centered advocacy to individuals impacted by sexual assault and related trauma.
  • Conduct intake, needs assessments, safety planning, and crisis intervention services.
  • Offer emotional support, information, referrals, and assistance navigating medical, legal, law enforcement, and social service systems.
  • Accompany survivors to hospitals for forensic exams, court proceedings, law enforcement interviews, or other appointments as needed.
  • Maintain confidential case documentation and records in accordance with agency policies, grant requirements, and applicable laws.
  • Provide follow-up support and ongoing case management to survivors.
  • Participate in on-call advocacy or crisis response services, if applicable.

Community Engagement & Outreach

• • Develop and maintain strong relationships with community partners, schools, healthcare providers, law enforcement agencies, colleges/universities, faith organizations, and local businesses.
  • Coordinate outreach activities to increase awareness of sexual violence prevention, survivor services, and agency programs.
  • Represent The Center for Sexual Assault Survivors at community events, resource fairs, speaking engagements, and collaborative meetings.
  • Assist with planning and implementation of awareness campaigns, community education initiatives, and special events (e.g., Sexual Assault Awareness Month, Denim Day, fundraising/community events).
  • Support volunteer and community engagement efforts by helping recruit, coordinate, and recognize volunteers.
  • Create and distribute outreach materials and assist with social media and community messaging to increase visibility of services.
  • Track outreach activities and maintain community engagement data for reporting purposes.

Administrative & Program Support

• • Maintain accurate and timely program documentation, case notes, and reports.
  • Collect and report program outcomes and data required for grants and funding sources.
  • Participate in staff meetings, trainings, case consultations, and professional development opportunities.
  • Ensure compliance with agency policies, confidentiality standards, and trauma-informed best practices.
  • Assist with agency initiatives, strategic goals, and special projects as assigned.

Qualifications

Required:

• • Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Human Services, Psychology, Criminal Justice, Public Health, Communications, or related field; equivalent experience may be considered.
  • Minimum of 1–2 years of experience in victim advocacy, crisis intervention, case management, nonprofit services, or community outreach.
  • Knowledge of trauma-informed care, sexual violence dynamics, crisis response, and survivor advocacy.
  • Strong interpersonal, public speaking, and relationship-building skills.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment in sensitive situations.
  • Strong organizational and time management skills.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, databases, and communication platforms.
  • Reliable transportation and ability to travel locally for outreach, advocacy, and events.
  • Ability to work occasional evenings or weekends for crisis response, outreach, or events.

Preferred:

• • Experience working with survivors of sexual assault, domestic violence, or trauma.
  • Crisis intervention or victim advocacy certification/training.

Core Competencies

• • Trauma-Informed Practice
  • Survivor-Centered Advocacy
  • Community Relationship Building
  • Crisis Intervention
  • Communication & Public Speaking
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Physical Requirements

• • Ability to sit, stand, and move between office and community locations.
  • Ability to lift outreach/event materials as needed.
  • Ability to travel locally for meetings, survivor support, and community engagement activities.
  • May require occasional evening and weekend hours for community engagement

Please send cover letter and resume to: kmoore@visitthecenter.org

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Position open until June 22, 2026