Confidential Survivor Advocate

The Rector & Visitors of the University of Virginia
$55,000.00-
paid time off, paid holidays
United States, Virginia, Charlottesville
1215 Lee Street (Show on map)
Nov 07, 2024
The University of Virginia's Department of Student Health and Wellness (SHW) is looking for a Confidential Survivor Advocate. The Confidential Survivor Advocate provides comprehensive support to students who have experienced sexual harassment, assault, dating/domestic violence, sexual exploitation, stalking, and other forms of interpersonal violence (or relationship and sexual violence). The Advocate acts as a confidential contact for affected students, assisting with crisis response, advocacy, accompaniment, and immediate and ongoing safety concerns and connecting them with appropriate University and community referral resources. The role involves offering trauma-informed care and maintaining confidentiality while ensuring compliance with Title IX and other relevant regulations. We are looking for someone to join a growing and dynamic team in the Well-being unit of SHW. Well-being encompasses health promotion, alcohol, and other drug prevention, hazing prevention, recovery support services, wellness coaching, and the student teaching kitchen. This role would be an integral part of our efforts to provide a comprehensive approach to sexual violence prevention and response. Key Responsibilities: Direct Services (65%) Provide immediate and ongoing trauma-informed advocacy-based support to students who have experienced interpersonal violence, including secondary trauma. Assess safety concerns and offer information on available resources. Support students in navigating University policies, procedures, and judicial processes related to sexual misconduct. Inform survivors of their Title IX, VAWA and Clery Act rights and provide support through the Title IX process including attending interviews and appointments upon request of the survivor. Coordinate support services with University and community partners (including Care and Support Services, Housing and Residential Life, Counseling and Psychological Services, Student Health and Wellness Medical Services, University Police Department, UVA Women's Center, Title IX Office and others). Participate in after-hours on call advocate rotation. Maintain confidential records. Assessment and Program Management (20%) Summarize de-identified data on service utilization. Conduct ongoing program evaluations and needs assessments. Collaborate with University and community partners by participating on committees and attending meetings to streamline and enhance support services. Maintain relationships with community partners including police, UVA Hospital forensic nurses, and local non-profit/community agencies. Attend relevant training and stay updated on best practices in survivor advocacy. Outreach and Prevention (15%) Work with the IPV Prevention Outreach Specialist and other Well-being Team members to facilitate education and training to students, faculty, and staff. Participate in prevention programs and training sessions to raise awareness about sexual violence and available advocacy and support services. Collaborate with key University partners to promote trauma-informed practices and prevention initiatives. Provide on-site support at campus events as needed. Minimum Requirements: Education: Bachelor's degree Experience: Two years of experience. Relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree. Preferred Qualifications: Master's degree in counseling, Social Work, Public Health, or a related field. At least two years of experience working with survivors of sexual violence or physical assault, preferably in a counseling or advocacy capacity. Demonstrated ability to work effectively and collaboratively with a diverse student population. Knowledge of the Title IX regulations, VAWA, CLERY and procedural requirements. Ability to work collaboratively with other units/offices including Law Enforcement, Title IX, Counseling and Psychological Services Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills. Experience working with multicultural populations, including AAPI, international, African American, Latinx, and/or LGBTQI+ communities. Familiarity with University resources and the higher education environment. Physical Demands: This is primarily a sedentary job involving extensive use of desktop computers. The job does occasionally require traveling some distance to attend meetings, and programs. About the Position This position will require some nights and weekend hours and may get called to support a student after hours. The anticipated hiring range for this position is $55,000.00-65,000.00 annually, commensurate with qualifications and experience. The selected applicant will pass a background check and health and drug screen. This is a full-time position with UVA benefits. Employees benefits package highlights include: 22 days of paid time off, increasing with service; 13+ paid holidays each year, in addition to paid time off Parental and Community Service Leave Health plan with options to meet healthcare and financial needs available immediately Retirement benefits Tuition and professional development benefits after six months Employee wellness program featuring activities to earn up to $500/year. Located in central Virginia, the University of Virginia is a highly selective public research institution with a major commitment to undergraduate education. The student experience is grounded in the institutional core values of academic rigor, diversity and inclusion, health and wellness, honor, public service and student self-governance. For more information about the University of Virginia's Student Health and Wellness Cent please click here. Application Process Preference will be given to applications received by November 15, 2024.Please visit the UVA job board and complete an application online. Include the following documents: CV/resume Cover letter Contact information for three references (name, email address, telephone number, and address). Applications that do not contain all of the required documents will not receive full consideration. For information regarding the position or the application process, please contact Michele Jarman, Academic Recruiter. The University of Virginia, including the UVA Health System which represents the UVA Medical Center, Schools of Medicine and Nursing, UVA Physician's Group and the Claude Moore Health Sciences Library, are fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. We believe diversity is excellence expressing itself through every person's perspectives and lived experiences. We are equal opportunity and affirmative action employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, and family medical or genetic information.