Medical Advocate Internship - South Suburban

POSITION TITLE

Medical Advocate Internship

Part‑time

Non‑compensation

Safety and Wellness - Sexual Violence Support Services Program

Program Manager, Advocacy & Crisis Intervention - SVSS

Want to gain valuable work experience while helping others with crisis recovery and support? Do you enjoy being able to work from home from time to time? Are you a great listener?

As a medical advocate intern, you will be on‑call to provide 24‑hour medical advocacy to hospital emergency rooms and police districts. With the survivor’s permission, advocates are expected to stay and provide comfort throughout hospital examinations, evidence collection, and police interviews. Interns must demonstrate a non‑judgmental, supportive attitude toward all survivors of sexual assault. Interns should be able to provide a one‑year service commitment and complete the 40+ hour Crisis Intervention Training.

Intern Advocates will benefit from comprehensive training, experience in crisis counseling, references for future job opportunities and opportunities to interact with veteran advocates and other sister organizations.

• Locations: Chicago, Chicago Heights, and Addison
• Must be 18 yrs. or older
• One‑year commitment required
• Personal vehicle and valid driver’s license required
• Requires mobile phone
• Flexible work schedule

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