Sexual Assault Advocate at Native American Youth And Family Center – Portland, Oregon

NAYA Family Center is seeking a dedicated Sexual Assault Advocate to join our Healing Circle Program. This role focuses on providing culturally specific advocacy and support services for Native American survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and sex trafficking. The advocate will offer immediate crisis intervention, case management, and educational resources while collaborating with team members and partner agencies. This position includes in-person hospital response advocacy for survivors requesting culturally specific support in Multnomah County hospitals, as well as case management referrals for those seeking follow-up care.

NAYA offers an exceptional benefits package, including free medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees (with affordable options for family members), a 401(k) retirement plan with a 6% match, paid vacation, and 16 paid holidays. This is a full-time position typically working 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday through Friday, with occasional evenings or weekends as needed.

Pay for the position is $27/hour.

Who You Are

• You have at least two years of experience providing sexual assault advocacy, with a strong preference for hospital response advocacy.
• You have lived or professional experience working with survivors of sexual assault and navigating medical and legal systems.
• Ideally, you have knowledge of Native American history, culture and the local urban Native community.
• You are knowledgeable about domestic violence, sexual assault, and sex trafficking, particularly within Native American communities.
• You understand the Missing and Murdered Indigenous Relatives (MMIR) crisis and its intersections with sexual violence.
• You are familiar with the Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA) and its historical impact on Native communities.
• You are well-versed in harm reduction, trauma-informed care, and strengths-based advocacy.
• You have experience managing a caseload of clients. You are detail oriented, and you have superb follow up. You don’t let work—or your clients—fall through the cracks.
• You are skilled in relationship-building and can collaborate effectively with tribal programs, community partners, and service providers.
• You can stay composed in high-stress situations, exercising good judgment while supporting survivors in crisis.
• You are adaptable, flexible, and able to manage changing priorities without compromising the quality of your work.
• You demonstrate self-awareness, listening deeply, centering others, and taking accountability for your actions.
• You are consistently punctual, reliable, and dependable in support of your team and clients.
• You are proficient in computer skills, including web-based research, word processing, MS Excel, and database management.
• You have your own car and a current Oregon or Washington driver’s license and the ability to be insured under NAYA’s liability insurance policy, i.e. no more than one major driving violation in the last three years.

What You'll Do

• Provide confidential, trauma-informed advocacy for Native American survivors of sexual assault, domestic violence, and sex trafficking.
• Manage a caseload of 10-12 participants, offering case management services and resource referrals.
• Respond in person to hospital requests for culturally specific advocacy, ensuring survivors receive support during medical and forensic exams.
• Provide advocacy in medical and legal settings, assisting survivors in navigating complex systems.
• Maintain case files, document participant interactions, and ensure compliance with funding requirements.
• Deliver outreach and training to community partners on culturally specific sexual assault advocacy.
• Build and maintain relationships with tribal domestic and sexual assault programs.
• Disburse client assistance funds and supplies in alignment with program priorities.
• Participate in meetings, staff trainings, and cross-departmental projects to support NAYA’s mission.
• Represent NAYA Family Center at community events, strengthening awareness of available services.
• Uphold confidentiality and comply with all legal and ethical standards, including VAWA-compliant releases of information.

Read the full job description here.

Application Instructions Providing a cover letter helps us best understand your interest in the role, so we encourage you to submit one along with your resume. If you need accommodation during the application process, please email jobs@nayapdx.org.

Questions? Want to chat about this role before you decide to apply? Contact Spencer Grace , Healing Circle Manager, or the HR team.

NAYA is committed to building a work environment that respects and inspires every community member. Our mission is to serve Urban Native youth and families, so we strongly encourage members of the Native community to apply. We encourage applications from members of other historically marginalized groups, as well, including women, people of color, those with disabilities, members of the LGBTQ+ community, and those who have served in the military.