Priscilla Homan
El Paso,TX
Summary
Committed SHARP Victim Advocate with four years of serving and supporting service members in sexual harassment and sexual assault prevention. Adept knowledge of victim rights, community resources and advocacy services. Educated over 250 service members in the SHARP program.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Victim Advocate
U.S. Army
APO, Armed Forces Pacific
08.2020 - Current
- Delivered on-call and overnight support to victims and witnesses for 24-hour SHARP Hotline.
- Assisted individuals through the investigation process, providing information and support.
- Supported crisis intervention and advocacy for victims of sexual harassment.
- Oversaw the effectiveness procedures and policies for victim's advocacy program at the Brigade level.
- Provided guidance and emotional support during administrative, investigative and legal procedures during sexual harassment investigation.
- Conducted professional, and educational training to units and leaders on sexual harassment and sexual assault.
- Made appropriate referrals within the community to service members according to their needs and problems.
- Used knowledge of successful crisis intervention techniques and supportive problem-solving to achieve treatment goals.
- Maintained and developed community relationships to support various victim referrals.
- Coordinated care with interdisciplinary teams and community contacts to promote continuity of care.
- Used active listening skills and supportive diction to cultivate client rapport and open communication.
- Reviewed and analyzed sexual assault and sexual harassment reports to identify trends withing 38th ADA.
- Maintained records of victim contacts for use in emergency or crisis situations.
- Wrote individual safety and crisis plans and assessed ongoing risk assessments to decrease further harm.
- Created awareness of victims' rights and services by delivering presentations to Soldiers and DoD civilians.
- Acted as liaison between victims and law enforcement agencies to assist with filing police reports and explain informed consent.
- Advocated for victims during difficult situations by filing police reports and connecting to needed services.
- Provided guidance to commanders on how best to address safety concerns after an incident has occurred.
- Assisted clients in understanding complex legal proceedings associated with their cases.
- Organized SAAPM events designed to raise awareness about victimization issues within the community.
- Coordinated crisis intervention services when necessary such as providing transportation to the nearest military installation to conduct SAFE exams.
- Maintained accurate records on case status and victim information in accordance with AR600-20.
- Conducted community outreach efforts to increase public awareness of available resources and services for victims of sexual assault
Education
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature
UMGC
Maryland12.2023
Associate of Science - General Science
University of Maryland Global Campus
Maryland12.2019
Skills
- Computer Skills
- Excellent Work Ethic
- Active Listening
- Effective Interpersonal Communication
- Training & Development
- Team Building
- Planning & Organizing
- Critical Thinking
- Problem Solving
- Friendly, Positive Attitude
- Microsoft Office
- Reliable & Trustworthy
- Relationship Building
- Fluent in Spanish
- Customer Service
- Team Management
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Professional
French
Elementary
Certification
- Security+, Comptia - 2018
- D-SAACP, Department of Defense Sexual Assault Advocate.
Timeline
Victim Advocate
U.S. Army
08.2020 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - English Literature
UMGC
Associate of Science - General Science
University of Maryland Global Campus
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