IPV Advocate

IPV Advocate

Key responsibilities and mission:
Provide evidence‑based, confidential advocacy and resource coordination for primary and secondary student survivors of interpersonal violence, including sexual assault, gender‑based and intimate partner violence, stalking, and harassment.

• Serve on an on‑call team answering the 24/7 hotline during designated business and after‑hours shifts.
• Deliver confidential, empowerment‑based, trauma‑informed advocacy services to survivors of interpersonal violence.
• Act as liaison between survivors and campus/community partners, coordinating resources such as emergency housing, food, clothing, transportation, and other assistance.
• Maintain accurate data compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
• Participate in regular professional development opportunities offered at campus, state, and national levels.

• Bachelor’s degree in health promotion/education, public health, social work, or a related field;
  Master’s degree preferred.
• Experience working with survivors of interpersonal violence.
• Preferred experience in a college/university setting.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and ethical leadership skills.
• Pending graduates eligible if they receive their degree by start date.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local policies, laws, and Title IX requirements relevant to campus environments.
• Strong research, multi‑tasking, and problem‑solving abilities with a solutions‑focused approach.
• Discretion and sound judgment in handling sensitive situations.
• Ability to prioritize work and maintain productivity under competing demands.

• Competitive salary plus benefits.
• 15 paid vacation days.
• 15 paid sick days.
• 13 paid holidays, including an extended December holiday.
• An engaging and collaborative work environment.

The University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities on the basis of race, sex, gender, gender identity, transgender status, age, color, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, genetics, protected veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions.