Advocacy Intern

Job Description

Job Description

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MOCSA Overview

The Metropolitan Organization to Counter Sexual Assault (MOCSA) is an agency which exists to improve the lives of those impacted by sexual assault and abuse, and to prevent sexual violence in our community.  Our 24-hour crisis line, counseling services, and victim advocacy services are available to residents across the metro area.

Position Overview

The Crisis Line and Advocacy Support Intern will :

• Provide crisis intervention, advocacy, information, resources, and referrals to individuals impacted by sexual violence.  The Interns will provide in-person hospital and / or law enforcement advocacy services, and will provide callers with information about MOCSA services, resources, and crisis intervention on MOCSA’s 24-hour crisis line.
• Assume responsibility for related documentation and submission of paperwork within 24 hours of a completed activation.
• Provide coverage for a minimum of one primary crisis line shift per week.

o   Primary Crisis Line Shift Options :

§  Mornings : 8 : 30 AM to 12 : 45 PM

§  Afternoons : 12 : 45 PM to 5 PM

o   Depending on the requirements on the internship, interns may have the opportunity to provide coverage for an additional daytime shift or to provide advocacy coverage during one overnight shift per week.

The intern will be assigned to a staff liaison, who will serve as the intern’s supervisor for the duration of the internship.  The intern will attend a one-hour supervision meeting with their staff supervisor each week, prepared to discuss progress and questions related to their internship tasks and special projects.

Requirements

Internship Benefits

Physical Demands