Rape Crisis Specialist

Position Information

• Title:
  
  Rape Crisis Specialist
• Executive Area:
  Student Affairs & Campus Life
• College/School/MBU:
  Advocacy, Inclusion & Sup Prog
• Department:
  Center for Women and Community
• Work Location:
  
  Amherst
• Schedule:
  
  Full Time
• Work Arrangement:
  Onsite

Under the general supervision of the Director of Sexual Assault Support & Advocacy Services, the Rape Crisis Specialist assists with the administration and provision of services for the daily operations of 24‑hour comprehensive services for victims/survivors and the family and friends of victims/survivors of sexual and relationship violence. The incumbent will participate in violence prevention efforts and education to meet grant, program, and departmental goals.

This is a grant‑funded position, with reappointment dependent on grant renewal and funding availability.

Provide short‑term peer counseling, crisis intervention, medical, legal and academic advocacy, safety planning, case management and facilitate related support groups. Travel to various locations throughout Hampshire County to provide immediate in‑person crisis response and ongoing support, consistent with program and operational needs.

Responsibilities can include meeting and communicating with other service providers about clients.

Comply with all relevant regulations, policies, standards, and protocols including those regarding privileged communication between rape crisis counselors and victims, and mandated reporting of abuse.

Assist to administer and participate in the daily operations of 24‑hour rape crisis services including ensuring scheduling and staffing of hotline and providing and/or scheduling back‑up to ensure coverage. Participate in training and selection and can provide supervision and support to program staff.

Consult and participate in implementation of violence prevention outreach, education, and training for diverse populations.

Maintain and complete timely reports to document accurate service data and other related administrative needs such as travel, procard, etc. Generate relevant reports; participate in organizational and committee meetings; maintain positive working relationship with partners and stakeholders and provide consultation as assigned.

Lead and participate in program and organizational projects and initiatives, as assigned, to meet current program goals and priorities.

Perform related duties as assigned or required to meet Department, Executive Area/Division, and University goals and objectives.

Understand responsibilities with respect to Title IX, Clery and other compliance requirements.

Demonstrate capacity, skill and willingness to engage students and contribute to student success.

Work collaboratively with other campus stakeholders to fulfill the mission of Student Affairs and Campus Life.

Understand responsibilities with respect to conflicts of interest and behaves in ways consistent both with law and with University policy.

Contribute toward creating a positive and respectful workplace defined by personal and professional competence, integrity, and collaboration.

Understand and contribute to implementation of departmental and institutional goals for achieving non‑discrimination and creating a respectful, inclusive environment that is supportive of diversity.

Use access to sensitive and/or not yet public university related information only in the performance of the responsibilities of position and exercises care to prevent unnecessary disclosure to others.

• Bachelor's degree and one (1) year related experience to include counseling.
• Experience working with survivors of sexual and relationship violence and/or trauma.
• Experience providing culturally responsive services for diverse communities.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously, meet time‑sensitive deadlines, and prioritize workload with minimal supervision.
• A collaborative team approach to work, meets individual goals, and constructively provides, seeks, and implements feedback.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to utilize programs such as:
  Microsoft Teams, Microsoft Office, Box, and/or Google Docs.
• Driver's license…