Trauma-Informed Victim Advocate Program Coordinator

University of Pennsylvania; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 69,293,000 - 85,480,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Pennsylvania seeks a Victim Advocate Program Coordinator to support the Special Services Department in providing advocacy, outreach, and trauma-informed services for victims and survivors of crime. The role collaborates with campus partners to ensure accessible, coordinated support while handling confidential information in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree with 2–3 years of relevant experience, strong communication skills, and the ability

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 2–3 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in social services, victim advocacy, or administrative support.
• Familiarity with the criminal justice system and/or victim support services preferred.
• Strong oral and written communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative and program coordination support to victim advocates delivering services to victims and survivors.
• Serve in an on-call rotation and respond to after-hours needs and emergencies.
• Coordinate with the Director of Special Services for calendar management and documentation.

Skills

Communication skills

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree (BA/BS)

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access)

Job description

University of Pennsylvania seeks a Victim Advocate Program Coordinator to support the Special Services Department in providing advocacy, outreach, and trauma-informed services for victims and survivors of crime. The role collaborates with campus partners to ensure accessible, coordinated support while handling confidential information in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree with 2–3 years of relevant experience, strong communication skills, and the ability