Survivor Advocate

Berklee College of Music • Boston, MA

22h • Onsite

About The Position

Berklee is seeking a dedicated, trauma-informed Survivor Advocate to join our Student Health and Wellness team. Reporting to the Director of Counseling & Advocacy Services, you will provide confidential, survivor-led support to students who have experienced sexual assault, domestic violence, stalking, or harassment. This is a role for a compassionate strategist who believes in the empowerment model—helping students navigate barriers so their creative voices can continue to be heard. At Berklee, your work directly supports the next generation of creative leaders. The Mission: Empowerment & Advocacy You will act as a confidential resource, guiding students through the complex aftermath of trauma with a focus on intersectionality and social justice. You aren't just providing a service; you are building a bridge to safety and academic persistence.

Requirements

• Master’s degree required (Counseling, Social Work, Public Health, or a related field).
• Minimum of 5 years providing advocacy, case management, or counseling.
• Current certification as a rape crisis counselor in Massachusetts (or willingness to obtain it within 6 months of hire).
• Proven track record in multicultural and social justice work.
• You must be able to engage effectively with a diverse, global student population.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to maintain calm, professional boundaries in high-stakes, sensitive situations.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in higher education is a major plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead individual or drop-in meetings to help survivors identify coping skills, understand trauma reactions, and develop personalized safety plans.
• Coordinate care across the Berklee network (Title IX, Public Safety, Case Management) and off-campus resources (medical care, forensic evidence collection, and legal advocacy).
• Facilitate vital interventions, including housing relocations, no-contact orders, academic schedule changes, and transit safety via the Public Safety escort system.
• Ensure survivors fully understand their rights and options for reporting—on-campus through Equity and Title IX or off-campus through law enforcement—while respecting their right to decline.
• Lead planning for Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM) and Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM).
• Train student leaders (RAs, Orientation Leaders) on survivor support and prevention.
• Supervise student employees with a focus on allyship and anti-racist learning, ensuring outreach efforts are inclusive and impactful.

Benefits

• Flex time to compensate for occasional evening or weekend event support.
• Nightly access to world-class performances, guest artists, and events right on campus.
• Comprehensive health and dental.
• A 403(b) retirement plan with matching contributions.
• Tuition benefits for you and your family.
• Generous PTO and paid holidays, including a paid winter break.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level