Position: Sexual Assault Services Campus Coordinator

Reports to: Director of Sexual Assault Services

Hours: Non-Exempt, Varied

Salary Range: starting at $49,000 annually

Job Summary: Supervised by the Director of Sexual Assault Services, the Sexual Assault Services Coordinator assists people who are victims/survivors of sexual violence.  Provide crisis response, advocacy, individual and group counseling services to individuals impacted directly or indirectly by sexual violence. Provide tailored direct services, centering University of Iowa Students, Faculty, and Staff, including populations underserved and underrepresented. Represent DVIP/RVAP in collaborative community groups and organizations to further our agency’s mission and to reach and enhance service experiences for sexual assault victims/survivors.  Must be able to take on-call shifts on a rotational basis with other DVIP/RVAP professionals as needed and respond within 30 minutes to the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics, Iowa City.

Certified Domestic Abuse Advocate:  Certification required after appointment to position.

Qualifications (Required):

1. AA degree or equivalent combination of education and experience (Two years of experience as a family or services case manager in a major social service program may be substituted for one year of college education).
2. Demonstrated knowledge of sexual violence and systems advocacy.
3. Understanding of issues of cultural and socioeconomic diversity as applied to sexual assault intervention services.
4. Experience in peer advocacy and crisis intervention work.
5. A working knowledge of basic office functions, including word processing and email.
6. Ability to provide confidential services.
7. Be organized and detail-oriented.
8. Ability to work in independent and self-directed manner.
9. Valid driver’s license, proof of auto insurance, and reliable transportation.
10. Ability to pass an Iowa background, state of residency background, FBI, Child Abuse and Sex Offender Registry check.

Qualifications (Desired):

1.   Candidates with language skills and/or past experience working with survivors of domestic or sexual violence are preferred.
2.   Strong writing and editing skills.
3.   Public speaking skills and ability to provide training within the scope of employment.
4.   Knowledge and understanding of civil and criminal law practice related to domestic and sexual violence.
5.   Multilingual.
6.   Working proficiency and cultural understanding of barriers dealt with by groups other than mainstream.
7.   IowaCASA or ICADV Victim Services Advocate Certification

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

1.   Responsible for fulfilling the overall mission of the DVIP/RVAP Program in the provision of services to program participants.
2.   Victim/survivor focused activities to ensure the safety and security of the victim are primary.
3.   Provide crisis intervention, individual and group counseling to individuals impacted directly or indirectly by sexual violence via phone or face-to-face contact, with a focus on the University of Iowa campus, Students, Staff, and Faculty.  Support may include diminishing barriers to safety, providing emotional and other supports (information and referral) as requested.
4.   Provide advocacy support along with DVIP/RVAP colleagues in the community, medical, and academic settings as needed.
5.   Connecting survivors/victims to mainstream resources.
6.   Client assessment: background history, including housing assessment; determining cultural, economic, ethnic, health, and social factors involved; identifying special needs of victims, and gathering relevant information needed to develop a plan determined by and acceptable to the victim.
7.   Work collaboratively with other University of Iowa campus entities to best meet the needs of survivors, and provide appropriate referral and follow-up services.
8.   Provide mobile services on campus to better meet victims in their own community or where they may be more comfortable, including home visits when safe to do so.
9.   Maintain working knowledge of the State of Iowa statutes and codes that have an impact on our services and victims of sexual violence.
10. Participate in continued training as required and other related duties as assigned.
11. Work locally to improve access to services for victim/survivors and knowledge of victim’s rights. Develop a working knowledge of University of Iowa procedures related to sexual violence reporting, campus judicial systems, and Title Nine compliance. When assigned, act as a liaison, representing the DVIP/RVAP when interfacing with police agencies, social service agencies, commissions, committees, and other groups.
12. Document services provided as required.
13. Assist with mentoring of new co-workers, volunteers, and interns, providing information about barriers faced by victim/survivors, general operating procedures, crisis intervention, advocacy, and community referrals.
14. Actively participate in your own development of skills, self-reflection, and evaluation of inclusive work environment as well as direct services provided.
15. Provide training and educational solutions to campus resources, including but not limited to students, faculty, staff, and departments.

Related Duties:

1. On-Call.
2. Travel required, with day, weekend and evening work.
3. Other duties as assigned.

If you are interested in the position, please reach out with a cover letter and resume detailing your qualifications and interest in the position to the Director of Sexual Assault Services, Dr. Shell Feijo, at shell@dvipiowa.org 

Position: Sexual Assault Services Coordinator (Community & Campus) 

Reports to: Director of Sexual Assault Services 

Hours: Varied, includes nights and weekends

Starting Wage: $49,000

Job Summary: DVIP/RVAP offers a comprehensive range of services, including crisis intervention, safe shelter, counseling, advocacy, and support to meet victims’ and their families’ needs. The Sexual Assault Services Coordinator (Community & Campus), supervised by the Director of Sexual Assault Services, provides direct services, advocacy, and outreach to survivors of sexual violence and their families across community and campus settings. 

This position supports survivors through immediate crisis response, ongoing advocacy, and coordination with campus and community partners, ensuring services are accessible, responsive, and aligned with survivor needs. The Coordinator works across multiple access points, including healthcare, law enforcement, and campus systems, to reduce barriers and support timely, survivor-centered engagement. This position provides services to victim-survivors of sexual violence, dating violence, domestic violence, human trafficking, and stalking. 

Certified Victim Advocate: Victim Counselor certification within the first year, and domestic violence and sexual assault certifications are required within a year of Victim Counselor certification after appointment to the position. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Participate in required on-call response rotation, including crisis response in community, campus, hospital, shelter, rural, domestic violence, and sexual assault settings.
• Because DVIP/RVAP operates a 24-hour crisis response and shelter program, the ability to work evenings, nights, weekends, overnights, holidays, and participate in on-call response is an essential function of this position.
• Fulfill the mission of DVIP/RVAP through survivor-centered advocacy and support services.
• Provide crisis intervention, emotional support, safety planning, systems advocacy, and resource navigation for survivors of sexual violence.
• Assist survivors in identifying immediate needs related to safety, medical care, legal options, housing, transportation, and emotional support.
• Provide accompaniment and advocacy during healthcare visits, forensic/SANE exams, law enforcement interactions, campus processes, court proceedings, and related appointments.
• Ensure services remain accessible through multiple points of entry, including hospitals, campuses, community referrals, and self-referrals.
• Support survivors in navigating systems at their own pace, recognizing that engagement may be ongoing, delayed, or intermittent.
• Collaborate with campus and community partners, including Title IX offices, student services, healthcare providers, law enforcement, prosecutors, and victim service agencies.
• Assist with outreach, prevention education, awareness activities, and campus/community programming related to sexual violence and available services.
• Support efforts to reduce barriers to services for underserved and marginalized populations.
• Maintain accurate documentation, data collection, and confidential records in compliance with agency policies and funding requirements.
• Maintain knowledge of laws, systems, policies, and best practices related to sexual violence advocacy and survivor services.
• Participate in required training, supervision, staff meetings, and professional development activities.
• Work collaboratively with agency staff to support coordinated, trauma-informed, and consistent service delivery.
• Deliver timely, responsive, and compliant services while upholding confidentiality and survivor autonomy.

Related Duties

• Participate in daytime, evening, weekend, and holiday work as needed.
• Travel within the service area as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Associate degree (AA) or equivalent combination of education and experience. Two years of experience in family or social service case management may substitute for one year of college education.
• Knowledge of sexual violence, crisis intervention, and systems advocacy.
• Understanding of cultural, socioeconomic, and accessibility considerations impacting survivor services.
• Experience in advocacy, crisis response, peer support, or related human services work.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professional boundaries.
• Ability to work independently and in a self-directed manner.
• Basic proficiency in word processing, email, and office software.
• Valid driver’s license, proof of insurance, and reliable transportation.
• Ability to pass Iowa, state of residency, FBI, Child Abuse, and Sex Offender Registry background checks.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with survivors of domestic or sexual violence.
• Multilingual skills or experience working with diverse and underserved communities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Public speaking and training experience.
• Knowledge of civil and criminal legal systems related to domestic and sexual violence.
• Cultural competency and understanding of barriers experienced by marginalized populations.

To apply, please submit a resume and cover letter describing your interest and qualifications to the Director of Sexual Assault Services, Shell Feijo, at shell@dvipiowa.org. 

Multiple Positions Available in the Following Service Areas:

• Iowa/Cedar Counties – OPEN
• Johnson County – FILLED
• Washington/Johnson Counties – FILLED
• Des Moines/Henry Counties – FILLED
• Lee/Van Buren Counties – FILLED