Advocate / Survivor Advocacy Coordinator I

Job Responsibilities

• Provides court advocacy, law enforcement advocacy, institutional advocacy in compliance with Title IX, personal advocacy, and academic advocacy to survivors of interpersonal violence using empathy and empowerment.
• Serves as a consultant to campus partners and community members working with interpersonal violence victims.
• Provides direct service to clients by providing in-person and virtual crisis intervention, safety planning, referrals, advocacy services and follow-up contact.
• Participates in a shared case management system that supports collaboration and consultation.
• Completes other miscellaneous VOCA Grant, University, and program documentation as needed.
• Maintains collaborative relationships with campus and community partners.
• Follows up and tracks referrals to ensure quality of care according to the individual client’s needs.
• Maintains client confidentiality.
• Maintains a database of referral resources and community services in surrounding communities.

Minimum Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in social work or related field and one to three years of related and progressively more responsible or expansive work experience providing advocacy and crisis intervention to survivors of interpersonal violence; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Desired Qualifications

• A Master's degree in Social Work preferred.
• Demonstrated competency and expertise in providing services and building relationships with diverse populations of clients.
• More than two years of experience providing crisis intervention, advocacy and/or counseling to survivors of interpersonal violence.
• Experience providing victim advocacy services in a campus setting.
• Experience with data collection and reporting.
• Understanding of interpersonal violence and natural responses to trauma.
• Experience with crisis intervention.
• Awareness and experience using an intersectional lens with a focus on multiculturalism, diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Demonstrated empathy and supportive communication skills.
• Excellent written, verbal and presentation skills.
• Ability to plan, organize and prioritize work responsibilities.
• Ability to be honest and maintain professional boundaries.
• Ability to work collaboratively with other clinicians and victim services responders.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

Required Application Materials

• Resume
• Cover Letter

Special Instructions

Criminal Justice Advocacy requires some off-site duties at local courts and law enforcement offices. This position requires access to a reliable form of transportation and possession of a valid vehicle operator's license.

Work Hours

Work hours are variable and require some nights and weekends.

Description of End Date

This position is off-dated 1 year from date of hire with possible extension pending funding renewal.

Website

https://centerforsurvivors.msu.edu/

Remote Work Statement

MSU strives to provide a flexible work environment and this position has been designated as remote-friendly. Remote-friendly means some or all of the duties can be performed remotely as mutually agreed upon.