Campus Advocate Job at Y W C A of the Mohawk Valley, Utica, NY

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  • Y W C A of the Mohawk Valley
  • Utica, NY

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

The YWCA Mohawk Valley is dedicated to its mission of eliminating racism, empowering women and promoting peace, justice, freedom and dignity for all.

Job Summary:

Provide advocacy and accompaniment to victims of campus sexual assault through the process developed on campuses – including navigating Title IX policies and procedures. Provide a trauma-informed approach to victims of sexual assault. Assist campus Title IX coordinators working with victims of sexual assault by assisting victims in understanding their rights as a sexual assault survivor. Assist victims with safety plans, information and referrals to campus services and/or community agencies as needed. Provide crisis intervention and supportive counseling to victims/survivors of sexual violence.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Support victims/survivors in decision-making by providing correct information and available options regarding information and referrals; campus resources, court, law enforcement and medical.
  • Establish and maintain safe spaces for victims/survivors on college campuses, including organizing dedicated office hours for various college campuses to meet with victims/survivors.
  • Advocating that the rights of the victims/survivors sexual violence are being met.
  • Gather information and data pertaining to victims/survivors of sexual violence.
  • Advocate/accompany victims/survivors as they navigate campus resources, courts, law enforcement and medical.
  • Inform victims/survivors of all Crisis Services programming including shelter, groups, counseling and 24-hour hotline.
  • Assist victims/survivors with crime victims compensation application and follow up.
  • All other duties as assigned.
  • Available weeknights and weekends as requested.

Position Specifications:

  • Develop and maintain positive working relationships with college campuses, community agencies, courts, law enforcement, and medical professionals.
  • Attend college campus activities and community forums, connecting with student groups
  • Partner with Community Education Department and Title IX Coordinators to support sexual violence prevention trainings to students and staff.
  • Collaborate with Community Education Department and Title IX Coordinators to facilitate informational sessions, as needed
  • Follow up with victims/survivors through Title IX hearings, court hearings; police intervention, hospital accompaniment and status of case.
  • Maintain current information on laws; Title IX, policy and procedures regarding sexual violence.

Requirements:

Education:

  • AS degree in human services; criminal justice; social work or related field preferred or 2 years experience in the field of sexual violence.

Required, Specialized, or Technical Knowledge:

  • Acceptance and support of the YWCA Mission
  • Ability to interact with staff, residents and/or agencies while maintaining confidentiality
  • Well organized and Flexible
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to work independently with little or no supervision
  • Ability to work with and interact with diverse populations
  • Must have reliable transportation and the ability to travel
  • Knowledge of Microsoft computer software.

Expectation for all Employees:

Supports the organizations mission, vision and values by exhibiting the following:

  • Integrity
  • Respect
  • Commitment
  • Compassion
  • Credibility
  • Expertise
  • Teamwork

Physical Requirements :

Equipment Used:

  • Computer, fax, adding machine, telephone, voice mail, copier. Must hold a valid driver’s license and insurance and be able to travel as necessary.

Physical Activities:

  • Climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, walking, grasping, talking, hearing.

Physical Demands:

  • Sedentary work exerting up to 25 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.

Visual Acuity Required:

  • Heavy acuity is required in this position.

Work Conditions:

  • There is no substantial exposure to adverse environmental conditions with the exception of weather-related travel conditions.

Job Tags

Flexible hours, Weekend work,

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