- Position Title
- SEXUAL ASSAULT PREVENTION AND RESPONSE SPECIALIST (TITLE 5)
- Agency
- Air National Guard Units
- Announcement Number
- MO-11584441-AF-22-318 Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Friday, July 22, 2022 to Thursday, September 1, 2022
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Eligibilities
1.
Do you claim Veterans’ Preference?
Assessment 1
Respond to all the questions below. For each question, choose the response below that best describes your experience and/or training. Mark only one response for each question. Please note that your answers will be verified against the information you provide in your resume or application and information your references provided.
1.
Do you possess at least one year of experience, education or training equivalent to the GS-09 grade level or pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector which provided you with specialized experience, education or training analyzing problems, identifying significant factors, gathering pertinent data and recognizing solutions; preparing reports, plans, policies and various correspondence; evaluating objectives and develop plans to facilitate the availability and effective utilization of various social science resources? The specialized experience must also include knowledge of the organization and its mission and utilized the organizational staff procedures and experience applying analytical and evaluative techniques to issues or studies concerning the efficiency and effectiveness of social science program operations carried out by administrative or professional personnel, or substantive administrative support functions.
2.
Choose one answer which best describes the education requirements that you possess:
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
3.
Assist victims of sexual assault and domestic violence towards the process of recovery, through advocacy and resource information.
4.
Operate under the supervision of the State SAPR to perform duties that include crisis intervention, safety planning, referral, ongoing non-clinical support, and serve as a resource on available options to assist victims in making informed decisions regarding reporting options and care for SAPR sexual cases
5.
Operate under the guidance and direction of the Director of Psychological Health (DPH)/Behavioral Health Officer (BHO) to develop an appropriate plan of assistance and intervention which provides for the safety of the victim and their family members for Domestic Violence cases.
6.
Provide continuity of care and ensure coordination with all applicable National Guard functions, State SAPR and DPH.
7.
Conduct risk assessments of individuals to determine immediate needs and evaluate safety and levels of risks; provide emotional support and guidance to victims in crisis while addressing the individual's needs and desires.
8.
Provide crisis intervention in the immediate aftermath of sexual assault or domestic violence/abuse and develop safety plans based on initial and ongoing risk assessments.
9.
Provide restricted and unrestricted reporting options addressing confidential disclosure and privacy to the victim.
10.
Provide referral services at the Wing/BDE/JFHQ-State as well as the surrounding communities.
11.
Notify the DPH and law enforcement and provide physical support by being present until the DPH can coordinate the appropriate next steps during imminent risk of serious harm or death.
12.
Direct the victim to DPH, or civilian authorities if DPH is unavailable, when a sexual assault or domestic violence case involves child abuse or a victim under the age of 18.
13.
Complete required reports/documents on incidents of sexual assault and domestic violence.
14.
Assist the State SAPR with entering all Wing/BDE/JFHQ-State sexual assault incidents into the Department of Defense Sexual Assault Incident Database (DSAID) IAW DOD and NGB policies and procedures.
15.
Assist with DSAID entry for: SAPR Related Inquiries (SRI), Wing/BDE/JFHQ-State Training activities, retaliation reports, and CMG minutes.
16.
Has primary administrative oversight for entering and tracking all information for volunteer or collateral duty Victim Advocate DSAACP Credentialing and continuing education training via DSAID.
17.
Assist the State SAPR in the supervision of volunteer Victim Advocates.
18.
Respond to all requests for data request and provide timely reporting to the State SAPR and/or NGB SAPR Program.
19.
Provide direct services to identified families experiencing domestic abuse utilizing an early intervention model designed to stop the abuse, promote healthy family interactions, and reduce incidences of initial and recurrent family maltreatment among military families of more complex cases under guidance and direction of DPH/Behavioral Health Officers.
20.
Conduct assessments, to identify risk factors and assist clients to formulate safety plans; and design and implement goals and objectives for service plans.
21.
Analyze and evaluate assessment data gathered to provide initial planning and provide follow-up interventions with clients regarding identified risk factors.
22.
Develop and maintain a relationship with families through case closure making appropriate modifications to safety planning as needed.
23.
Maintain active liaison with government and non-government organizations to assure adequate coordinated treatment services.
24.
Collaborate with the local court systems, child welfare and civilian law enforcement agencies regarding family maltreatment and/or sexual assault cases.
25.
Provide community liaison and referral services with Wing/BDE/JFHQ-State and community agencies and staff to include Wing and JFHQ-State Staff Judge Advocate, local Mental Health agencies, local shelters, civilian crisis centers, and various other community service providers.
26.
Use regulatory guidelines, local laws and precedents to develop and improve on program goals and services.
27.
Serve on the Wing/BDE/JFHQ-State sexual assault prevention and response (SAPR) Case Management team and ensures State SAPR is kept abreast of victim's status/case.
28.
Consult regularly with the State SAPR on ongoing cases for SAPR cases.
29.
Consult regularly with the DPH on ongoing cases for domestic abuse cases.
30.
Ensure the DPH is aware of victim's situation and makes written entries in the victim's Family Advocacy Program (FAP) client case record.
31.
Provide input to State SAPR in the establishment and implementation of local policies and directives pertaining to the SAPR Program.
32.
Provide input to DPH in the establishment and implementation of local policies and directives pertaining to the Family Advocacy Victim Advocate Program.
33.
Facilitate or assist in the planning, scheduling, and delivery of sexual assault prevention and response and interpersonal violence prevention training for all Wing/BDE/JFHQ-State personnel, leadership, deploying personnel, volunteer or collateral duty Victim Advocates, and other key functional stakeholders to include annual refresher SAPR training.
34.
Coordinate guest speakers, arrange announcements and marketing, and coordinate logistics for the various training activities.
35.
Promote awareness of sexual assault and interpersonal violence prevention in the community by performing outreach activities in the preparation for and implementation of the Sexual Assault Awareness Prevention Month and Domestic Violence Awareness Month campaigns.
36.
Plan and coordinate prevention and awareness for other programs.
37.
Assist in the coordination and planning for initial and periodic refresher training of volunteer or collateral duty Victim Advocates.
38.
Comply with DoD certification and continuing education requirements.
39.
Assist the State SAPR with D-SAACP and screening requirements/compliance for all volunteer or collateral duty Victim Advocates.
40.
Serve as liaison with community agencies and resource providers to implement programs and services regarding advocacy for victims, child behavior management/developmental strategies, communication and family cohesiveness and sexual assault.
41.
Maintain a program data referral collection log reflecting program transactions and activity for the FAP.
42.
Utilize an office automation system that uses a word processing software package to develop, edit, and update program service files.
43.
Provide public relations and marketing promoting victim services to Wing/BDE/JFHQ-State and community personnel to include family members.
44.
Review current Memorandums of Understanding (MOU) or Memorandums of Agreement (MOA) to ensure they effectively meet the sexual assault or domestic abuse victim's and program's needs.
45.
Do you certify that all of your responses to this questionnaire are true and accurate; and do you accept that if your supporting documentation does not support one or more of your responses to the questionnaire that your application may be rated lower or you may be removed from further consideration?