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The Women's Center
Learn about the Women's Center
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| Position Overview: |
The primary purpose of the Survivor Advocate is to serve as a confidential advocate for UMBC survivors of sexual violence, interpersonal violence, relationship violence, stalking, and other forms of sexual misconduct. This position will support students, faculty, and staff survivors and secondary survivors in the form of crisis response, advocacy, accompaniment, and referral services while also supporting campus efforts related to awareness, prevention, and response to sexual violence
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| Why Work at UMBC? |
UMBC offers competitive compensation. This role starts at $70,000 and has over 4 weeks of vacation for regular full time roles. Tuition remission is also available.
What is it like to work at UMBC? Check out Glassdoor or Indeed. And read about our recent award, UMBC is a 2023 Great College to Work for…. In every category.
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| Telework: |
A hybrid telework schedule may be available.
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| Responsibilities: |
- Provide crisis intervention and support for students, faculty, and staff at UMBC who are directly and indirectly impacted by sexual violence, interpersonal violence, stalking, relationship violence, and other forms of sexual misconduct
- Serve as a resource, referral agent, and advocate for campus survivors and their support systems by providing assistance in coordinating services with campus resources, local agencies, police, and court systems
- Inform victims/survivors of their Title IX, VAWA, and the Clery Act rights and provide assistance through the Title IX process by serving as an advisor and attending interviews and appointments with the survivor upon request.
- Work in consultation with the Counseling Center to follow up with individuals who reach out for support or information via the after hours support line
- In collaboration with other departments, help develop, implement, and support robust campus efforts to prevent sexual misconduct, intimate partner violence, and other forms of sexual misconduct
- Collaborate with key campus departments and other committee work groups to provide institutional advocacy, training, education, and resources
- Work with student organizations related to and/or involved in support and advocacy for survivors of sexual violence
- Cultivate and maintain relationships with appropriate individuals and offices across campus and the community
- Support the development, maintenance, marketing of survivor advocacy/outreach services
- Maintain internal tracking and program evaluation and support campus-wide assessment efforts
- Provide on-site support at large campus student events as needed
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| Required Minimum Qualifications: |
- Master's degree preferably in Social Work, Psychology Counseling, or social science-related field
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| Preferred Qualifications: |
- Minimum of 2 years post-grad experience, clinical work, support individuals that have experienced trauma or adverse
experiences.
- LGSW/LMSW, LPC
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| Background Screening Statement: |
A background check will be required.
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| Special Instructions to Applicants: |
Upload a cover letter and a resume.
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| Closing Date: |
Open Until Filled |
| Benefits: |
UMBC offers a rich benefits package.
Regular and grant funded regular positions (Full benefits summary click here):
Generous Leave which includes accruing:
- 22 Days of Annual Leave
- 15 Days of Sick Leave
- 15 Holidays
- 3 Personal Days
Tuition Remission:
- 8 credit hours per semester
- Tuition remission at UMBC for eligible dependents after two years of FT employment
Additional Benefits:
- Life and disability insurance
- Retirement plans (including the choice of joining the pension plan)
- Professional development opportunities
- Wellness opportunities
- & Much more
Contingent II positions may include some benefits.
Benefits offered align with type (Regular, Contingent II, etc.) of position.
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| Salary: |
Salary starts at $70,000, commensurate with qualifications and experience. |
| Hours: |
Full time |
| Type: |
Regular |
| FLSA Status: |
Exempt |
| Equal Opportunity Statement: |
UMBC is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Applications from women, minority group members, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. |
| Title IX: |
As an institution that receives federal financial assistance, UMBC adheres to Title IX and does not discriminate on the basis of sex. For more information about Title IX and contact information for Title IX Coordinator click here. |
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Accommodation:
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If you require a reasonable accommodation for a disability for any part of the employment process, please contact the Human Resources Department at 410-455-2337 or MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.
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| Work Authorization |
As required by the 1986 Immigration Act, be prepared to present acceptable documentation upon hire showing your identity and that you are a U.S. citizen or an alien who is authorized to work. |