uniformed victim advocate
The Uniformed Victim Advocate (UVA) and Victim Advocate (VA) provide essential support and care to the victim to include providing non-clinical information on available options and resources to assist the victim in making informed decisions as they progress through resolution and healing. The UVA/VA maintains communications and contact with the victim as needed for continued victim support.
Functions of a Uniformed Victim Advocate (UVA) and Victim Advocate (VA)
- Reports directly to Sexual Assault Response Coordinator (SARC) for Victim Advocate Duties
- A Victim Advocate may be military, civilian or a contractor
- Supports assigned victim
- Crisis Intervention
- Referrals
- Ongoing Non-Clinical Support
- Policy / Process Guidance
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- Information on Options
- Information and Referral to Resources
- Facilitates Monthly Case Status Updates
- Available to respond 24/7