Advocacy Coordinator

Virginia Tech•Blacksburg, VA

1d•$55,000 - $60,000

About The Position

When was the last time you changed the world? In Virginia Tech’s Division of Student Affairs, that’s exactly what we’re doing every day—guiding, nurturing, and supporting students as they learn and grow into the leaders and world-changers of today and tomorrow. We’re currently searching for an Advocacy Coordinator to join our Dean of Students and CARES Program team in Blacksburg, VA, to help us in our mission. So, if you’re an energetic and committed leader, please keep reading. HERE'S WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT THE ROLE: 1) You’ll be joining the Dean of Students team in the CARES program (Campus Advocacy, Resources, and Education for Survivors), a department committed to providing support and advocacy services to students, faculty, and staff. 2) You’ll be reporting to an Assistant Dean for CARES, in a Regular twelve-month, 100% administrative professional appointment. 3) You’ll serve as a confidential resource to students, faculty, and staff who have been impacted by interpersonal violence such as sexual assault, domestic violence, dating violence, stalking, harassment, and many other forms of violence. 4) You'll provide advocacy and support services to students, faculty, and staff, and assist with CARES Program outreach and educational efforts. 5) You’ll have the chance to grow and take advantage of a developmental plan with opportunities to advance within the Department and the Division. 6) You’ll be offered a base compensation package between $55,000-$60,000, along with a comprehensive benefits package which includes health insurance, paid leave, retirement, tuition assistance, VT discounts, and so much more! HERE'S WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT THE UNIVERSITY: 1) THE UNIVERSITY: Virginia tech as an employer, is committed to developing well-rounded employees who are active members of the university community as well as the community at-large. From comprehensive insurance plans to tuition assistance, Virginia Tech offers employees a variety of benefits and perks to help team members build a fuller and more balanced life. 2) THE DIVISION: For our students and ourselves, the Division of Student Affairs believes that changing the world requires courageous leadership and commitment to curiosity, integrity, civility, and service to others. Our culture is defined by a commitment to our aspirations for student learning. 3) THE TEAM: The CARES program strives to help heal members of the Virginia Tech student community of allies, survivors, victims, and others affected by sexual violence and harm through trauma-informed supportive healing programming, including education, arts, mind/body, community building activities. We create a space that is inclusive regardless of identity; everyone is accepted and celebrated.

Requirements

Master's degree in counseling, social work, student affairs, or related field, or bachelor's degree with significant related professional experience.
Demonstrated experience in providing counseling or advocacy services to college-age adults.
Ability to work effectively with a variety of different student populations
Strong communication skills, including the ability to make public presentations and facilitate training workshops.

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated experience in providing direct services to survivors of sexual assault, domestic and/or relationship violence, stalking and other forms of interpersonal violence.
Experience providing counseling, advocacy, or support services in a higher education setting.

Responsibilities

serve as a confidential resource to students, faculty, and staff who have been impacted by interpersonal violence such as sexual assault, domestic violence, dating violence, stalking, harassment, and many other forms of violence.
provide advocacy and support services to students, faculty, and staff
assist with CARES Program outreach and educational efforts.