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Req #: 246046

Department: ENROLLMENT MANAGMENT AND STUDENT AFFAIRS

Appointing Department Web Address: https://www.uwb.edu/violence-prevention/

Job Location Detail: Remote work arrangement available for 2 days or less/week

Posting Date: 05/27/2025

Closing Info:

To ensure consideration, Apply By 06/03/2025

Salary: $5,332 - $5,836 per month

Limited Recruitment: **Open to UW Bothell employees only**

Shift: First Shift

Notes:

As a UW employee, you will enjoy generous benefits and work/life programs. For a complete description of our benefits for this position, please visit our website, click here. (https://hr.uw.edu/benefits/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2018/02/benefits-professional-staff-librarians-academic-contract-covered-exempt-20250130-a11y.pdf)

As a UW employee, you have a unique opportunity to change lives on our campuses, in our state and around the world. UW employees offer their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills, and dedication to build stronger minds and a healthier world.

UW faculty and staff also enjoy outstanding benefits, professional growth opportunities and unique resources in an environment noted for diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits, and natural beauty.

The Department of Enrollment Management and Student Affairs has an outstanding opportunity for a Confidential Survivor Advocate to join their team.

Under the general direction and supervision of the Assistant Director of Violence Prevention & Advocacy (VPA), the Confidential Survivor Advocate provides advocacy services, psychoeducation, consultation, and referrals to students at the University of Washington Bothell and Cascadia College.

This role offers direct support to students impacted by sexual and interpersonal violence, sexual harassment, and stalking. The advocate provides emotional support, helps students explore their options, assesses risk factors, assists with safety planning, and advocates for supportive measures. Additionally, this position manages a caseload of students, responds to CARE reports from faculty, staff, and students, and participates in weekly CARE Team meetings at both institutions.

The Confidential Survivor Advocate collaborates closely with UW’s tri-campus system, including Title IX and SafeCampus, ensuring students receive holistic support. They also contribute to outreach efforts to promote services and connect students with the VPA office.

This position serves as a critical confidential resource under RCW 28B.112.030. **DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES** Advocacy & Direct Service

+ Provide case management and direct services to students affected by sexual and/or domestic violence.

+ Offer support based on students' needs, including safety planning, referrals to on- and off-campus resources, and information sharing.

+ Identify and address barriers such as childcare, transportation, or language needs, providing solutions or referrals.

+ Respond promptly to CARE Reports while prioritizing survivor safety and privacy.

+ Educate survivors on their rights, including options to file institutional complaints, report to law enforcement, seek medical care, and request protection orders or university no-contact directives.

+ Connect survivors with counseling, culturally specific services, and community-based agencies.

+ Conduct risk assessments, provide psychoeducation, and assist with developing and adjusting safety plans.

+ Accompany survivors to investigative meetings related to the Title IX process and other university complaint procedures.

+ Coordinate with campus and community advocates to ensure comprehensive support and case consultation.

+ Securely document case activity, referrals, and risk assessments using the Violence Prevention & Advocacy Office’s database.

+ Maintain confidentiality and ensure accurate documentation for reports.Collaboration & Partnerships

+ Serve on institutional committees and working groups related to Title IX, campus safety, and survivor support.

+ Partner with Title IX, SafeCampus, and other university offices on safety assessments, supportive measures, and legal or regulatory matters.

+ Stay informed on emerging trends and best practices in violence prevention and advocacy.

+ Build strong relationships with key personnel at UW Bothell and Cascadia College to enhance service coordination.Outreach & Education

+ Support outreach efforts to increase awareness of advocacy services and referral processes.

+ Deliver educational sessions on sexual and domestic violence, consent, and survivor support through classroom visits, trainings, and workshops. **MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS**

+ Bachelor’s in social work, public health, education, or a related field and 3 years of experience supporting survivors of sexual and domestic violence in advocacy, crisis response or related fields. **Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license/certification/registration.** **ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS**

+ Certified Confidential Advocate or ability to obtain certification within 6 months of employment. Preferred certifications: NOVA (National Organization for Victim Advocacy) or Advocate Core Washington State Certification.

+ Strong knowledge of violence prevention and intervention, including sexual assault, relationship violence, and stalking.

+ Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.

+ Demonstrated ability to support students from underrepresented and marginalized communities using an equity-based approach. **DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS**

+ Master’s degree in social work, public health, education, or a related field.

+ At least two years of experience providing advocacy services in a higher education setting.

+ Experience offering culturally relevant support to marginalized and underrepresented communities.

+ Familiarity with Title IX and related laws affecting violence prevention and survivor support in higher education. **CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT**

+ Office work within the institutional setting; hybrid work (e.g., on-campus and remote up to two days per week) options available.

+ May occasionally have extended hours beyond the typical workday for evening or weekend events. **Application Process:** The application process may include completion of a variety of online assessments to obtain additional information that will be used in the evaluation process. These assessments may include Work Authorization, Cover Letter and/or others. Any assessments that you need to complete will appear on your screen as soon as you select “Apply to this position”. Once you begin an assessment, it must be completed at that time; if you do not complete the assessment, you will be prompted to do so the next time you access your “My Jobs” page. If you select to take it later, it will appear on your "My Jobs" page to take when you are access ready. Please note that your application will not be reviewed, and you will not be considered for this position until all required assessments have been completed.

University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.