Interpersonal Violence (IPV) Advocate

University of South Carolina

South Carolina

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USD 54,000 - 67,000

Full time

30 hours ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Health and Life Insurance

Retirement Programs

Paid Tuition

13 Paid Holidays (including extended…)

Professional Development Opportunities

Job summary

University of South Carolina seeks an Interpersonal Violence Advocate to provide confidential, empowerment-based advocacy for survivor students of sexual assault, gender-based and intimate partner violence, stalking and harassment on campus in Columbia, SC.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in a related field with at least 3 years of experience; a Master’s degree is preferred. You’ll work 37.5 hours weekly, with a dynamic on-call schedule and flexible hours to meet department needs.

Qualifications

Requires bachelor’s degree in a related field and 3+ years of job-related experience.
Master’s degree preferred.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

Provide confidential, empowerment-based advocacy for survivors of interpersonal violence.
Coordinate resources including emergency housing, food, clothing, transportation and other assistance.
Maintain up-to-date data in compliance with regulations and participate in professional development.
Serve as liaison with campus/community partners and respond to after-hours hotline calls.
Contribute to safeguarding and reporting obligations, including CLERY-related duties.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Trauma-informed

Crisis intervention

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related field

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.

We are only accepting applications submitted by October 31, 2026.

The University of South Carolina offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to:

Health and Life Insurance
Retirement Programs
Paid Tuition
13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday)
Professional Development Opportunities

College/Division Division of Student Affairs and Academic Support

Department

Department SAAS UHS Healthy Carolina

State Pay Range

State Pay Range G09

USC Market Range

USC Market Range MRF - $53,576 $66,970 $80,364

Anticipated Hiring Range

$53,576 - $66,970

Location of Vacancy

Columbia, SC

Part/Full Time

Full Time

Hours per Week

37.5

Work Schedule

8:30 – 5:00pm, Monday – Friday
Serves a part of an on‑call team that answers and responds to calls on the 24/7 hotline for a designated period during business hours and after hours through the on‑call rotation.
On‑call response time requires an ability to be in the Columbia campus area within 1 hour of receiving a call.
Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the department.

Basis

10.5 months

Job Search Category

Health and Human Services

About USC

About University of South Carolina

From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four‑year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in‑person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.

Veterans' Preference Statement

The University of South Carolina is committed to equal opportunity and proudly values the skills and experience military veterans bring to our workforce. Across South Carolina, we are making veterans a priority for employment and recognize their vital contributions to our state and our communities.

Benefits for FTE Positions

The University of South Carolina (USC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers employees a valuable benefits package, including health and life insurance, generous paid leave and retirement programs. To learn more about USC benefits, access the "Working at USC" section on the Applicant Portal at https://uscjobs.sc.edu. Research Grant or Time‑limited positions may be eligible for all, some, or no benefits, based on the grant or project funding.

Position Description Advertised Job Summary

Interpersonal Violence Advocate

Are you passionate about empowering survivors and helping them navigate challenging circumstances?
Do you believe in creating safer, more supportive communities for survivors of interpersonal violence?
Can you build trust and rapport with individuals during times of crisis?
Looking for a career where compassion and advocacy create lasting impact?

The Interpersonal Violence Advocate provides advocacy and resource coordination based on the empowerment approach. Under the supervision of an Associate Director, the Advocate is responsible for providing evidence‑based, confidential advocacy and support services to primary and secondary student survivors of sexual assault, gender‑based and intimate partner violence, stalking, and harassment to include sexual and street harassment.

Primary duties include:

Serves a part of an on‑call team that answers and responds to calls on the 24/7 hotline for a designated period during business hours and after hours through the on‑call rotation. On‑call response time requires an ability to be in the Columbia campus area within 1 hour of receiving a call.
Provide confidential and comprehensive advocacy services that are empowerment‑based and trauma‑informed for primary and secondary survivors of interpersonal violence (sexual assault, relationship/intimate partner violence, stalking and harassment).
Functions as liaison for survivors with campus and/or community partners. Coordinates campus and community resources to support survivors including emergency housing, food, clothing, transportation, and other appropriate assistance.
Ensure data is up‑to‑date and in compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
Participate in regular professional development opportunities offered by campus, state, and national resources.

Perks:

Competitive salary + some of the BEST benefits you can find!
15 paid vacation days
15 paid sick days
13 paid holidays (including an extended December holiday)
An engaging and collaborative environment.

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Job Related Minimum Required Education and Experience

Requires a bachelor’s degree in a job related field and 3 or more years of job related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience.

Required Certification, Licensure/Other Credentials Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in health promotion/education, public health, social work, or related field
Master’s degree preferred
Experience working with victims/survivors of interpersonal violence.
Preferred experience working in a college/university setting.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Recent graduates will be considered if they are able to obtain their degree by the date of employment.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Maintain positive public relations. Ability to conduct research; manage multiple tasks; plan; coordinate; innovate; evaluate; absorb and use new knowledge.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Expected to act with discretion and report unusual or sensitive situations and seek advance guidance from supervisor prior to making definitive action.
Ability to work independently.
Ability to juggle multiple complex priorities within a changing environment in a positive and solutions‑based manner.
Ability to exercise good judgment in structuring and organizing work and setting priorities, balancing expectations.
Ability to demonstrate strong ethical, professional and service‑oriented leadership and interpersonal skills, sets a good example.
Knowledge of guidelines related to federal, local and state policies or laws surrounding relevant work, including Title IX and the judicial process on a college campus.

Job Duties Job Duty Confidential Advocacy Services:

Provide confidential and comprehensive advocacy services that are empowerment‑based and trauma‑informed for primary and secondary survivors of interpersonal violence (sexual assault, relationship/intimate partner violence, stalking and harassment).
Focuses confidential direct service, which may include crisis intervention, safety planning, consultation, referral, and case management.
Serves a part of an on‑call team that answers and responds to calls on the 24/7 hotline for a designated period during business hours and after hours through the on‑call rotation.

Job Duty Resource coordination:

Functions as liaison for survivors with campus and/or community partners.
Coordinates campus and community resources to support survivors including emergency housing, food, clothing, transportation and other appropriate assistance.

Job Duty Appropriate documentation:

Ensure data is up‑to‑date and in compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
Completes all required charting and documentation of client advocacy sessions and service delivery accurately and in a timely fashion, ensuring compliance with all university, local, state and national regulations
Responsible for maintaining reporting records to complete annual CLERY Report.
Utilize data to inform improvement efforts and outreach services.

Job Duty Collaboration:

Participate in regular professional development opportunities offered by campus, state and national resources.
Maintain relationships with campus partners and regularly participate in ongoing case management meetings with Title IX, USC PD, and community agencies.

Job Duty Serves as part of an on‑call team that answers and responds to calls after standard business hours:

Serves a part of an on‑call team that answers and responds to calls after standard business hours.

Employees in Safety‑Sensitive or Security Sensitive positions will be subject to pre‑employment and post‑employment drug testing in accordance with University policy HR 1.95 Drug and Alcohol Testing. Safety Sensitive or Security Sensitive Yes Hazardous weather category Essential

Posting Detail Information

Number of Vacancies 1

Desired Start Date 11/01/2026

Job Open Date 09/24/2026

Job Close Date 10/31/2026

Open Until Filled No

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

* Do you have at least a Bachelor's Degree in a job related field and 3 or more years of job related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience?
- Yes
- No

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