Advocate

Oregon Health & Science University

. Provide trauma-informed advocacy and support to OHSU members impacted by sexual misconduct, bias, discrimination, harassment, or protected-class retaliation .

Posted 11/9/2026full-timePortland • Oregon • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $95,264 - $154,377 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in trauma-informed advocacy and support, with a strong commitment to diversity, social justice, and the creation of inclusive environments. Proficient in providing direct services, training, and collaboration with campus and community resources to address issues of sexual misconduct and interpersonal trauma.

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Trauma-Informed AdvocacyCrisis ManagementPublic SpeakingData AnalysisDiversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB)

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Hard Skills

Trauma-Informed Response ServicesCase ManagementTraining FacilitationSafety PlanningResource Development

Soft Skills

CollaborationEthical Decision-MakingCommunicationConflict ManagementOrganizational Skills

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office SuiteOnline Resource DevelopmentTeleservices

Certifications & Qualifications

State-Level Certifications for Campus Advocacy

Industry Keywords

Sexual ViolenceInterpersonal TraumaBias and DiscriminationCommunity ResourcesGender Violence Prevention Education

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide trauma-informed advocacy and support to OHSU members impacted by sexual misconduct, bias, discrimination, harassment, or protected-class retaliation
Provide confidential information and guidance regarding OCIC policy and process
Offer immediate support, resources, safety planning, and reporting options to impacted parties and allies
Connect impacted parties with campus and community resources, counseling, legal services, victim-rights information, restraining orders, and no-contact orders
Serve as a liaison between impacted parties and campus offices
Implement medical advocacy, criminal justice advocacy, university advocacy, and safety planning best practices
Support friends, family members, and university employees during response and recovery processes
Provide direct services, training, and support in person and through teleservices at OHSU locations
Develop resources, update websites and training materials, and create written and online materials
Design and maintain forms and create and distribute marketing and outreach materials
Compile, edit, and distribute publications in collaboration with OCIC team members
Collect, report, and analyze data; complete quarterly reports and strategic communications
Represent the advocacy program at meetings, conferences, and events
Implement training and professional development curricula with the CASE Director
Maintain relationships with community-based survivor support organizations
Collaborate with the Title IX Coordinator and Director for Prevention and Education on outreach and violence-prevention education
Plan, organize, and promote domestic violence, stalking, and sexual assault awareness activities
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree and 3 years of professional experience in Human Services, Student Affairs, Counseling or Social Work or in a related field
3 years’ experience in the provision of trauma-informed response services on a college campus or similar agency experience
3 years’ experience in advocacy or counseling program, or equivalent leadership experience
Demonstrated understanding of current best practices in responding to interpersonal trauma and campus-related sexual violence, bias and discrimination
Demonstrated ability to use clear and independent judgment, make ethical decisions regarding case management, and develop individualized approaches for each impacted party
Possess or be willing to obtain within 3 months of hire required state-level certifications for campus advocacy
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with campus, community, state-wide, and national partners
Demonstrated commitment to diversity, social justice, and the creation of inclusive environments at OHSU
Ability to manage multiple, complex priorities and needs in an organized fashion, including responding to impacted parties in crisis
Advanced public speaking skills and ability to connect to diverse audiences
Knowledge and experience with the intersection of sexual violence, intimate partner violence, and stalking with issues affecting queer communities, communities of color, marginalized, and underserved groups
Experience facilitating training and educational workshops for employees and campus/community stakeholders
Familiarity with gender violence prevention education
Familiarity with Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging (DEIB) intervention and education
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Fluency with technology, including computers and Microsoft Office Suite
Ability to work well with people from diverse backgrounds and cultures
Ability to work compassionately and professionally with hostile and emotional individuals and manage intense conflict
Ability to maintain confidentiality and professional relationships while handling sensitive, complex civil rights, legal, and human resource issues involving employees, students, and patients
Must be able or willing to obtain required state-level certifications within 3 months of hire

Benefits

Comp & perks

Healthcare for full-time employees covered 100% and 88% for dependents
$50K of term life insurance provided at no cost to the employee
Two separate above market pension plans to choose from
Paid time off - 208 hours per year, prorated for part-time
Extended illness bank - 64 hours per year, prorated for part-time
9 paid holidays per year
Substantial Tri-Met and C-Tran discounts
Employee Assistance Program
Childcare service discounts
Tuition reimbursement
Employee discounts to local and major businesses