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CARE Advocate
| Job Number | Full/Part Time | Schedule | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 29095384 | Full Time | 10AM - 7PM | $59,000 - $92,300 |
Position Information
Assignments at this level typically involve a fairly representative cross-section of the situations encountered by an advocate. Fully experienced in working with survivors of sexual and relationship violence and or stalking in an atmosphere that may require making quick judgment calls. Assists survivors in locating resources to assist them with the specifics of their situation. Publicizes efforts through outreach campaigns targeted to diverse campus audiences. The department is hiring two CARE Advocates. The hiring budget for this position is up to $70,000 based on candidate qualifications.
**As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) Vaccination Program Policy. All Covered Individuals under the policy must provide proof of Full Vaccination or submit a request for Exception (based on Medical Exemption, Disability, and/or Religious Objection) or Deferral (based on pregnancy) no later than the applicable deadline. For new University of California employees, the applicable deadline is ten weeks after their first date of employment. **
**As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) Vaccination Program Policy. All Covered Individuals under the policy must provide proof of Full Vaccination or submit a request for Exception (based on Medical Exemption, Disability, and/or Religious Objection) or Deferral (based on pregnancy) no later than the applicable deadline. For new University of California employees, the applicable deadline is ten weeks after their first date of employment. **
Education
Education Requirements
| Degree | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training. | Required |
| Is a qualified psychotherapist under the California evidence code, or has a master's degree in counseling or has one year of counseling experience with six months rape crisis experience. | Preferred |
Certifications
| Certification | Requirement |
|---|---|
| California Certification for Sexual Assault Crisis Counselor Training. | Required |
| California Certification for Domestic Violence Advocates. | Required |
Conditions
| Condition | Requirement |
|---|---|
| A sexual assault and domestic violence counselor who has at least 65 hours of state mandated training and is supervised by a qualified counselor. | Required |
| Is a qualified psychotherapist under the California evidence code, or has a master?s degree in counseling or has one year of counseling experience with six months rape crisis experience. | Preferred |
Experience
| Experience | Requirement |
|---|---|
| 4 - 7 years of related experience. | Required |
| Minimum 5 years of experience providing assistance and advocacy to survivors of sexual violence AND/OR educational training around issues of sexual assault, dating violence, domestic violence and stalking prevention and intervention in a college setting. | Required |
| Previous work experience in a college/university advocacy role. | Preferred |
Special Conditions
| Special Condition | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Must be able to provide services, advocacy and crisis intervention during non-business hours as appropriate. | Required |
| Must maintain confidentiality within the bounds of applicable laws and regulations, including Evidence Code 1035.2 and 1037.2. Accordingly, advocate is not reporters under SVSH Policy, Title IX, or the Jeanne Clery Campus Security Act. | Required |
| Demonstrated ability to work with and effectively support individuals who have experienced sexual or domestic violence, sexual harassment, and/or stalking. Strong skills in assessing levels of emotional distress and responding appropriately. | Required |
| Must pass a background fingerprint screening. | Required |
Minimum Requirements
Exercises professional judgment and the flexible use of advocacy skills.
Ability to work with individuals who have experienced a sexual or domestic violence issue.
Knowledge of the U.S. Department of Education?s Office of Civil Rights/Title IX, Violence Against Women Act, Clery Act, CA Victim's Rights Laws, and The White House Task Force to Protect Students from Sexual Assault, and other relevant legislation and reports.
Organizational and planning skills to achieve progress on multiple, simultaneous projects, to meet deadlines and to maintain a high level of productivity in a dynamic, fast paced environment.
Ability to change focus and manage interruptions effectively; answer immediate victim/survivor requests.
Strong experience with computer programs used in the university such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, case tracking systems and other key programs necessary to perform the requirements of the position.
Demonstrated ability to work with people of various ethnic, cultural and socio-economic backgrounds, sexual orientation and gender identities.
Incumbent must report to a qualified counselor as defined by California Evidence Code section 1035.2(a)(1).
Interpersonal skills and political acumen to work effectively within and outside of the university system in developing relationships and programs to address programmatic issues and needs. Experience cultivating and sustaining ongoing collaborative relationships with a wide array of constituents (staff, faculty, students, community members, and with campus and community organizations) in order to accomplish goals.
Strong skills in assessing levels of emotional distress and reacting appropriately.
Demonstrated experience managing complex and difficult decisions when university policy is ambiguous, there is latitude for usage of judgment, or the client?s reaction to advocacy methods may be less predictable. Ability to recognize complex cases that may require transferring to an advocate with more experience.
Communication skills to prepare and deliver presentations and to prepare written reports, correspondence, proposals, program assessments, email and other materials for a variety of audiences ensuring compliance with departmental and university guidelines, practices and principles.
Experience in public speaking, training, and facilitating curriculum and services in front of diverse audiences.
Experience exercising professional judgment and the flexible use of advocacy skills; able to effectively use professional skills, objectivity and insight in effectively advocacy services.
Ability to work with individuals who have experienced a sexual or domestic violence issue.
Knowledge of the U.S. Department of Education?s Office of Civil Rights/Title IX, Violence Against Women Act, Clery Act, CA Victim's Rights Laws, and The White House Task Force to Protect Students from Sexual Assault, and other relevant legislation and reports.
Organizational and planning skills to achieve progress on multiple, simultaneous projects, to meet deadlines and to maintain a high level of productivity in a dynamic, fast paced environment.
Ability to change focus and manage interruptions effectively; answer immediate victim/survivor requests.
Strong experience with computer programs used in the university such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, case tracking systems and other key programs necessary to perform the requirements of the position.
Demonstrated ability to work with people of various ethnic, cultural and socio-economic backgrounds, sexual orientation and gender identities.
Incumbent must report to a qualified counselor as defined by California Evidence Code section 1035.2(a)(1).
Interpersonal skills and political acumen to work effectively within and outside of the university system in developing relationships and programs to address programmatic issues and needs. Experience cultivating and sustaining ongoing collaborative relationships with a wide array of constituents (staff, faculty, students, community members, and with campus and community organizations) in order to accomplish goals.
Strong skills in assessing levels of emotional distress and reacting appropriately.
Demonstrated experience managing complex and difficult decisions when university policy is ambiguous, there is latitude for usage of judgment, or the client?s reaction to advocacy methods may be less predictable. Ability to recognize complex cases that may require transferring to an advocate with more experience.
Communication skills to prepare and deliver presentations and to prepare written reports, correspondence, proposals, program assessments, email and other materials for a variety of audiences ensuring compliance with departmental and university guidelines, practices and principles.
Experience in public speaking, training, and facilitating curriculum and services in front of diverse audiences.
Experience exercising professional judgment and the flexible use of advocacy skills; able to effectively use professional skills, objectivity and insight in effectively advocacy services.
Preferred Qualifications
Additional Information
In the Heart of Inland Southern California, UC Riverside is located on nearly 1,200 acres near Box Springs Mountain in Southern California; the park-like campus provides convenient access to the vibrant and growing Inland region. The campus is a living laboratory for the exploration of issues critical to growing communities' air, water, energy, transportation, politics, the arts, history, and culture. UCR gives every student, faculty and staff member the resources to explore, engage, imagine and excel.
UC Riverside is recognized as one of the most ethnically diverse research universities in the country boasting several key rankings of which we are extremely proud.
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer with a strong institutional commitment to the achievement of excellence and diversity among its faculty and staff. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
For information about our generous employee benefits package, visit: Employee Benefits Overview
UC Riverside is recognized as one of the most ethnically diverse research universities in the country boasting several key rankings of which we are extremely proud.
- UC Riverside is proud to be ranked No. 12 among all U.S. universities, according to Money Magazine's 2020 rankings, and among the top 1 percent of universities worldwide, according to the 2019-20 Center for World University rankings.
- UC Riverside is the top university in the United States for social mobility. - U.S. News 2020
- UCR is a member of the University Innovation Alliance, the leading national coalition of public research universities committed to improving student success for low-income, first-generation, and students of color.
- Among top-tier universities, UC Riverside ranks No. 2 in financial aid. - Business Insider 2019
- Ranked No. 2 in the world for research, UCR's Department of Entomology maintains one of the largest collections of insect specimens the nation. - Center for World University Rankings
- UCR's distinguished faculty boasts 2 Nobel Laureates, and 13 members of the National Academies of Science and Medicine.
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer with a strong institutional commitment to the achievement of excellence and diversity among its faculty and staff. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
For information about our generous employee benefits package, visit: Employee Benefits Overview