(Casual Hire) Advocate

Description

***Applicants seeking short-term or part-time work with the University Hawai'i may apply for Casual Hire positions, which include administrative, professional, and technical (APT) or instructional-type positions. Because of the temporary nature of these appointments, Casual Hire employees are not eligible for most benefits as provided to regular BOR and Civil Service employees such as paid leave and holidays. Casual Hire appointments may last for up to 89 days for full-time employees, and up to 1 calendar year for part-time employees.    

Working Title:                  Advocate
Hiring Unit:                      VP for Administration, Office of Institutional Equity
Position Number:             ****Casual Hire
Number of Job Vacancies: 2
Location:                          Honolulu (Manoa)
Date Posted:                    August 31, 2022
Closing Date:                   Continuous until positions are filled - application review begins  September 15, 2022
Salary Range:                  $21.73/hour to $24.96/hour, commensurate with qualifications and experience
Schedule:                         Monday to Friday, up to 40 hours/week
Permanent/Temporary:    Temporary
Funding:                           General
 
Other Conditions: One (1) position vacancy to begin as soon as possible and the second position vacancy is expected to begin in November 2022. Renewal of position contingent upon needs of department and availability of funds.  

Duties and Responsibilities: (** Essential Functions)
 

• **Counsels students, faculty and staff who report incidents of sex discrimination and gender-based violence regarding University policies and procedures, programs, resources, and services as well as services and support available in the community, ensuring University fulfillment of responsibilities and duties in compliance with HRS§ 304A-120 (2016) and federal law relating to Title IX and VAWA.
• Conducts assessments and determinations of the victim status of individuals reporting incidents of sex discrimination and gender-based violence.
• **Provides education and direct advocacy for victims of and reporting parties experiencing sex discrimination and gender-based violence.
• Enhances the safety of victims of sex discrimination and gender-based violence by conducting risk assessments, providing safety planning, and supporting the implementation and enforcement of interim measures at the University.
• **Assists students, faculty and staff during informal and formal University procedures and processes, including the preparation of necessary documents for the processing of formal complaints.
• Makes appropriate referrals for students, faculty, and staff to resources, services and support offered by on-campus as well as off-campus providers and conducts follow up regarding such referrals to ensure that appropriate services and support are being received.
• Documents and maintains all case related information including referrals and follow-up in a manner that protects individual privacy and confidentiality.
• Collects and reports accurate aggregate service-related data in a timely manner to fulfill University reporting requirements.
• Provides online and telephone counseling services on sex discrimination and gender-based violence to neighbor island campuses, as needed.
• Assists the Director with and attends training related to advocacy services.
• Assists the Director with the development and implementation of an advocacy best practices manual for system-wide implementation.
• Other Duties as Assigned

 Minimum Qualifications:
   

• Possession of a baccalaureate degree from an accredited university in counseling, social work, gender studies or social sciences and 2 years of progressively responsible professional experience in direct advocacy and/or crisis counseling in the fields of sex discrimination and/or gender-based violence, including sexual assault, harassment, stalking, and domestic and dating violence; or any equivalent combination of education and/or professional work experience which provides the required education, knowledge, skills, and abilities as indicated.
• Functional knowledge of principles, practices and techniques in the delivery of advocacy services for victims of sex discrimination and gender-based violence, including domestic or dating violence, stalking, sexual assault, and harassment demonstrated by knowledge, understanding, and ability to apply concepts, and terminology.
• Functional knowledge and understanding of principles, theories, federal and state laws, rules, regulations and systems associated with Title IX and VAWA compliance for educational institutions receiving federal assistance.
• Demonstrated ability to recognize problems identify possible causes and resolve the full range of problems that may commonly occur in the delivery of advocacy services for victims of sex discrimination and gender-based violence.
• Demonstrated ability to understand oral and written documentation, write reports and procedures, and communicate effectively in a variety of situations.
• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with, internal and external organizations, groups, team members, and individuals.
• Demonstrated ability to operate a personal computer and apply word processing software.

Supplemental Minimum Qualifications:
 

• Demonstrated experience in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with clients, including students, faculty and staff as well as community members from diverse backgrounds.
• Demonstrated ability to handle sensitive and confidential matters with tact and discretion.
• Demonstrated skills in advocacy, advising, and interpersonal counseling.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work irregular hours if necessary, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to travel to neighbor-island campuses during the work week, as needed.

 Desirable Qualifications:
 

• Experience providing direct advocacy and/or crisis counseling at a university, college or community college campus.
• Familiarity with a university/college's obligations under Title IX and VAWA.

To Apply:
Click on the "Apply" button on the top right corner of the screen to complete an application and attach required documents. Applicant must submit the following: (1) resume; (2) cover letter indicating interest in the position and how the minimum and desirable qualifications of the position are met; (3) the names and contact information (telephone number and email addresses) of at least three professional references. Note: If you have not applied for a position before using NeoGov, you will need to create an account.
  
Inquiries:
Jill Chun; 808-956-3963; systempo@hawaii.edu 
  
The University of Hawai'i is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Institution and is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination on the basis of race, sex, gender identity and expression, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, genetic information, marital status, breastfeeding, income assignment for child support, arrest and court record (except as permissible under State law), sexual orientation, domestic or sexual violence victim status, national guard absence, or status as a covered veteran.
  
Employment is contingent on satisfying employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986; reference checks of previous employers; and for certain positions, criminal history record checks.
  
In accordance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, annual campus crime statistics for the University of Hawai'i may be viewed at: https://www.hawaii.edu/titleix/help/campus-security/, or a paper copy may be obtained upon request from the respective UH Campus Security or Administrative Services Office.
  
Accommodation Request:  The University of Hawai'i complies with the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).  Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the EEO coordinator directly.  Determination on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.  For further information, please refer to the following link: https://www.hawaii.edu/offices/eeo/accommodation-request/ 
  
The University of Hawai'i does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, sex, color, national origin, or disability in its programs and activities.  For more information or inquiries regarding these policies, please refer to the following link: https://www.hawaii.edu/titleix/help/coordinator/

EEO, Clery Act, ADA

The University of Hawai'i is an Equal Opportunity Institution and is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination on the basis of race, sex, gender identity and expression, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, genetic information, marital status, breastfeeding, income assignment for child support, arrest and court record (except as permissible under State law), sexual orientation, domestic or sexual violence victim status, national guard absence, or status as a covered veteran.  For more information or inquiries regarding these policies, please refer to the following link: http://www.hawaii.edu/offices/eeo/eeo-coordinators/

Employment is contingent on satisfying employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986; reference checks of previous employers; and for certain positions, criminal history record checks.

In accordance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, annual campus crime statistics for the University of Hawai'i may be viewed at: https://www.hawaii.edu/titleix/help/campus-security/, or a paper copy may be obtained upon request from the respective UH Campus Security or Administrative Services Office.

Accommodation Request:  The University of Hawai'i complies with the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).  Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the EEO coordinator directly.  Determination on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.  For further information, please refer to the following link: https://www.hawaii.edu/offices/eeo/accommodation-request/

Salary : $22 - $25