Student Worker

Oregon Health & Science University•Portland, OR

6h•Hybrid

About The Position

The Confidential Advocacy Program (CAP) provides confidential support services to OHSU students who have experienced any form of sexual misconduct, including sexual harassment, sexual assault, intimate-partner violence, stalking, relationship/dating violence, and other forms, whether at OHSU or outside of the university. CAP also supports OHSU students around experiences of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation related to their OHSU education or employment. CAP advocates can connect students with community and campus resources, provide emotional support, assist with safety planning, and help navigate reporting systems. CAP also offers educational and training opportunities, such as webinars, self-care tools like trauma-informed yoga and art therapy, and community for survivors.

Requirements

Enrolled in or on vacation from or is otherwise registered in Graduate Program (minimum 4.5 credit hours)
Educational experience, volunteer work, internship, or research experience related to human or social services
Experience working with diverse communities and demonstrated understanding of the lived experiences of various ethnic, cultural, and socio backgrounds, sexual orientation and gender identities, and the barriers and challenges faced
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Strong computer skills, especially with Microsoft, and/or ability to quickly learn
Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality
Listens for understanding, communicates effectively across cultures and backgrounds, and treats all people with dignity and respect
Familiarity with intersections of sexual violence, intimate partner violence, and talking with other issues of power, privilege, discrimination, and oppression, and struggles faced by under-served groups
Complete SATF's 40-hour advocacy training within 3 months of start date
Ability to perform the job duties with or without accommodation.

Nice To Haves

At least 12 months remaining as an OHSU student eligible for a Student Worker position
Experience working with victim-survivors of violence
Experience with anti-violence advocacy
Experience coordinating a project, program or service
1 year demonstrated experience integrating theories of intersectionality and cultural competency in trauma response services.
experience with social change, popular education, and public health theories, strategies, and approaches to violence prevention.
Experience managing and facilitating group dynamics

Responsibilities

Assist with providing advocacy services either remote or in-person at the CAP Office, located on Marquam Hill in BICC 204, for some hours each week.
Assist in outreach and education efforts as needed, online or across the OHSU campus.
Engage in data collection, analysis, and evaluation to identify areas for advocacy and systems improvement at OHSU as it relates to violence within Title IX and OHSU's DHR Policy.
Support with other CAP-related tasks, such as tracking, entering, and reporting data; posting fliers; general outreach; compiling information; helping with CAP resource tracking; and/or other duties as needed.
Attend regular CAP Staff meetings and attend other CAP related meetings as able.