Campus Advocate - Sexual Assault and Domestic Violence - PT
About The Position
If you believe survivors deserve to be heard, supported, and empowered—and you want to do work that truly makes a difference—this role may be for you. As a Part-Time Campus Advocate, you’ll provide compassionate, survivor-centered advocacy to students and campus community members impacted by sexual assault, domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking. You’ll be embedded on local college campuses while also working alongside community partners, law enforcement, and healthcare systems to ensure survivors are never navigating these experiences alone. This is meaningful, hands-on work in a mission-driven organization committed to dignity, equity, and trauma-informed care. The Advocate Department of Crisis Services is Erie County’s designated Rape Crisis Center and a licensed Non-Residential Domestic Violence Service Provider in New York State. The Department provides comprehensive victim services to individuals who have experienced sexual assault, domestic violence, family violence and/or elder abuse.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree (required) or Master’s degree (preferred) in human services, social work, public health, education, or a related field
- At least 6 months–1 year of relevant experience in sexual/domestic violence advocacy, crisis response, prevention, or related direct services
- Comfort with public speaking, training, and outreach
- Knowledge of sexual and domestic violence dynamics, trauma-informed care, and survivor empowerment
- Familiarity with Title IX and NYS Enough Is Enough legislation (or willingness to learn)
- Strong judgment, empathy, discretion, and ability to work independently
- Valid NYS driver’s license and reliable transportation
Nice To Haves
- Experience working in higher education settings
- Bilingual or multilingual skills
Responsibilities
- Provide crisis intervention, advocacy, and follow-up support to survivors on campus and in the community
- Offer case management services that promote safety, independence, and connection to resources
- Respond to on-site crisis calls at campuses, police precincts, district attorney offices, and hospitals
- Support survivors through criminal justice and campus conduct processes, when desired
- Conduct outreach, education, and prevention trainings for students, staff, and community groups
- Collaborate with campus partners, community agencies, and internal teams
- Participate in scheduled on-call shifts, including hospital response advocacy
- Maintain accurate documentation and uphold confidentiality and ethical standards
Benefits
- Competitive pay including regular annual increases
- Paid training and professional development opportunities
- CWA Local 1122 union membership
- Generous paid time off and paid meal breaks
- Employee self-care and wellness supports including Calm app subscription for all employees and their family members
- Quiet Room, Exercise Room and Lactation Room onsite
- Great health insurance coverage w/generous employer premium contribution
- $300/year Flexible Spending Account provided by agency
- Access to dental, vision and other ancillary insurance coverage options
- 403(b) plan w/employer match after one year of service
- Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Number of Employees
51-100 employees
