Violence Prevention & Survivor Support Advocate

Loyola University Chicago; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 56,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Loyola University Chicago Wellness Center seeks a Violence Prevention and Advocacy Specialist to oversee campus-wide prevention education and coordinate gender-based advocacy services. The role engages a multidisciplinary team and collaborates with students and staff to promote safety and well-being.

Responsibilities include developing education programs, coordinating volunteers, training staff, and evaluating program outcomes; requires trauma-informed approach, strong communication, and ability

Qualifications

• Demonstrated understanding of best practices in violence prevention and responding to survivors using a trauma-informed approach.
• Excellent communication, presentation, networking, teamwork, and leadership skills.
• Ability to work beyond traditional business hours with some nights and weekends required.

Responsibilities

• Assesses campus-wide needs for health education on sexual assault, dating violence, stalking, and sexual health.
• Plans, markets, and conducts health education interventions for students.
• Chairs the Coordinated Community Coalition on Gender-based Violence and maintains relationships with partners.

Skills

Communication skills

Public speaking

Leadership

Teamwork

Networking

Education

Master's degree in related field

3–5 years health/wellness program experience

CHES certification preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Social media proficiency

Job description

Loyola University Chicago Wellness Center seeks a Violence Prevention and Advocacy Specialist to oversee campus-wide prevention education and coordinate gender-based advocacy services. The role engages a multidisciplinary team and collaborates with students and staff to promote safety and well-being.

Responsibilities include developing education programs, coordinating volunteers, training staff, and evaluating program outcomes; requires trauma-informed approach, strong communication, and ability