Sexual Assault Advocate - Part-Time

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Complete trauma-informed and victim-focused training
• Provide quality advocacy and support to all survivors of sexual assault, domestic violence, and stalking
• Provide confidential crisis intervention and referrals to survivors of sexual assault, domestic violence, or stalking
• Accompany survivors to medical exams, court hearings, or Title IX services as requested
• Communicate regularly with the Title IX coordinator to share information about the needs of survivors specific to Heidelberg’s campus
• Attend trainings related to sexual assault advocacy
• Connect with campus and community partners
• Participation in campus events such as Take Back the Night, Walk-A-Mile, or other student events

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in related field and/or 1-3 years of experience in related field
• Ability to plan, coordinate, and provide direct services to students in need
• Knowledge of community resources
• Interpersonal skills and ability to relate to persons of all backgrounds and cultures
• Demonstrate strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to collaborate with allied professionals
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism
• Ability to work under pressure and react rationally in crisis situations
• Must have a valid driver’s license

Physical Demands

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently works in an office setting, and educational facilities including sports and entertainment venues, all of which may be indoor or outdoor.
• The noise level in the work environment will range from moderately quiet to occasionally loud.

Work Environment

• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this position.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently works in an office setting, and educational facilities including sports and entertainment venues, all of which may be indoor or outdoor.
• The noise level in the work environment will range from moderately quiet to occasionally loud.