Violence Prevention and Advocacy Specialist

The Wellness Center provides medical, health education, and counseling services using a multidisciplinary team approach to assist university students in the process of becoming aware of, taking responsibility for, and making choices that directly contribute to one's well-being and that of the common good. The services offered by the Wellness Center focus on the student as well as the student's role in the community. The Violence Prevention and Advocacy Specialist will directly oversee violence prevention education and will serve as the primary coordinator and contact for gender-based advocacy services. Education topics include sexual assault, intimate partner violence, stalking, consent, bystander intervention, rape culture, and supporting survivors. Applications are encouraged from all individuals who have a demonstrated commitment to diversity and social justice.

Master's degree in related field and 3 to 5 years of work experience in the development, planning, or coordination of health and wellness related activities, preferably in a college health setting. Sexual Assault and/or Domestic Violence Advocate certifications preferred. Certification as a Health Education Specialist ( CHES) is a plus.

Demonstrated understanding of best practices in violence prevention and responding to survivors of violence using a trauma-informed approach. Excellent communication, presentation, networking, teamwork, and leadership skills. Strong writing skills and public speaking skills. Ability to work beyond traditional business hours with some nights and weekends required. Ability to prepare and conduct outreach and trainings on a variety of health topics, including mental health preferred.

Microsoft proficiency required. Familiarity with social media platforms.

As a Jesuit, Catholic institution of higher education, we seek candidates who will contribute to our strategic plan to deliver a Transformative Education in the Jesuit tradition. To learn more about Loyola University Chicago's mission, candidates should consult our website at www.luc.edu/mission/. For information about the university's focus on transformative education, they should consult our website at www.luc.edu/transformativeed.

Founded in 1870, Loyola University Chicago is one of the nation's largest Jesuit, Catholic universities, recognized for its academic excellence, commitment to community engagement, and leadership in sustainability. A Carnegie R1 research institution, Loyola leverages its status as one of an elite group of universities with the highest level of research activity to advance knowledge that serves communities and creates global impact. With 15 schools, colleges, and institutes-including Business, Law, Medicine, Nursing, and Health Sciences-Loyola operates three primary campuses in the greater Chicago area and one in Rome, Italy, that provide students a transformative, globally connected learning experience. Consistently ranked among the nation's top universities by U.S. News & World Report, Loyola is a STARS Gold-rated institution that is ranked as one of the country's most sustainable campuses by The Princeton Review and has earned distinctions from AmeriCorps and the Carnegie Foundation for its longstanding record of service and community engagement. Guided by its Jesuit mission and commitment to caring for the whole person, Loyola educates ethical leaders who think critically, act with purpose, and strive to create a more just and sustainable world.

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