Boise State University ยท 23 hours ago
Student Support and Advocacy Specialist
Boise, ID
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$55K/yr - $59K/yr
2+ years expBoise State University is a trailblazing institution committed to fostering student success and wellbeing. The Student Support and Advocacy Specialist will provide student-centered support services, develop training programs, and serve as a liaison within the Office of the Dean of Students to promote awareness and prevention of violence on campus.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Report to the Associate Dean of Students while working within the Student Connections and Support Center office; serve as a liaison between the Office of the Dean of Students and Student Connections and Support Center
Support the Office of the Dean of Students' efforts to promote services and train campus members on awareness, prevention, intervention and risk reduction of stalking, sexual assault and relationship violence
Develop a strategy and overall vision for the Campus Clothing Closet, champion partnerships to sustain efforts--including for volunteer programs, funding, donations, expansion, etc
Provide administrative direction for programs and services related to confidential support services and The Campus Clothing Closet
Provide confidential, no cost support for Boise State students, including: advocacy, case management, resources and referrals and crisis intervention
Provide consultation to campus and community partners implementing prevention efforts and/or responding to students in crisis
Maintain case files, prepare requested documentation and prepare reports in alignment with best practices
Implement and facilitate University-wide training for front-line service providers
Maintain on-going relationships with on and off campus agencies to increase effectiveness and coordination of services
Design marketing and outreach for corresponding programs and services
Assist university offices and Student Affairs and Enrollment Management units during peak periods such as Bronco Welcome, Residence Hall check in, convocation and commencement
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Social Work and 2 years of professional experience
Active licensure by the state of Idaho (or active licensure within one month of hire) as a Licensed Social Worker (LSW)
General knowledge of federal and state laws relevant to the role, including FERPA, Clery, Title IX, purchasing, confidentiality of licensed mental health professionals, etc
Ability to understand and integrate into professional practice, knowledge of the functions of university departments and programs with the larger goals of the university
Relevant research and emerging practices related to: Trauma, stalking, sexual assault, relationship violence, Crisis intervention, victim or student advocacy and case management, Violence prevention and bystander intervention, Human behavior in the social environment
Thrive working both independently and as part of a team
Use ethical decision making, logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of possible solutions, conclusions or approaches to complex problems
Demonstrate emotional maturity and ability to apply good judgment, use discretion and resolve conflicts
Make date-informed decisions and implement improvements
Be flexible and quickly pivot efforts, as needed
Communicate complex information professionally and accessibly, in writing and in speech
Demonstrate strong interpersonal skills, including building rapport and partnering with individuals at all organizational levels and networking and connecting with students from a variety of social and economic backgrounds
Skilled in Microsoft Office Products, Google Workspace, Zoom, Facebook, Instagram and Canva
Organizational skills that reflect excellent attention to detail
Ethical social work practice
Preferred
Masters of Social Work
Active licensure by the state of Idaho (or active licensure within one month of hire) as a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW)
Experience designing and delivering engaging and interactive presentations and programs, on complex topics, to adult learners
Knowledge of foundational and modern/current student development theories and how to apply them to practice
Experience assessing efficacy of programs and reporting on findings
Benefits
12 paid holidays AND the University is closed between Christmas and New Year's (requires use of 3 vacation days)
Between 12-24 annual paid vacation days for full-time Professional and Classified staff depending on position type and years of service
10.76% University contribution to your ORP retirement fund (Professional and Faculty employees)
11.96% University contribution to your PERSI retirement fund (Classified employees)
Excellent medical, dental and other health-related insurance coverages
Tuition fee waiver benefits for employees, spouses and their dependents
See our full benefits page for more information!
Company
Boise State University
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