"SHARE Advocate"

The Sexual Harm Acute Response & Empowerment (SHARE) Advocate provides advocacy-based counseling to students in regards to sexual, gender and relationship harm (referred to henceforth as interpersonal violence) based on a model that identifies the interplay of power, privilege and oppression and seeks to address the roots of interpersonal violence. The advocate will work with a diverse and multidisciplinary team of colleagues in providing these services and collaborate across many departments.

This position is expected to be in place for approximately 4 months (September - December) and will work 15-18 hours per week.

Job Qualifications

Education and Experience:

• Independently licensed (or license eligible) mental health clinician (required):
  • Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
  • Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC)
  • Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT)
  • Comparable licensure
• 3-5 years of relevant experience preferred, can be inclusive of relevant graduate-level fieldwork experience.

Job Competencies:

• Demonstrated understanding of the dynamics of interpersonal violence, trauma-based approaches to advocacy, and the ability to provide flexible support to primary and secondary survivors of interpersonal violence.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality in complex, sensitive situations.
• Demonstrated ability to support a community of diverse perspectives and cultures in an inclusive environment.
• Demonstrated experience and ability to work with a diverse population of students and colleagues.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, including the ability to conduct educational programs and training workshops.
• Familiarity with restorative and anti-oppression theories and practices preferred.
• Proficient computer skills; experience with use of electronic medical records preferred.
• Commitment to working regular on-call shifts including nights and weekends.

Background Check: All offers of employment are contingent upon a successful criminal background check and education verification satisfactory to Brown.

Additional Information: Please submit a resume and cover letter when applying for this position. To learn about Brown University's benefits, please visit here for further information.

Benefits of Working at Brown: Information on the Benefits of Working at Brown can be found here.

Recruiting Start Date: 2025-08-04

Department: Health Promotion

Grade: Grade 11

Worker Type: Employee

Worker Sub-Type: Seasonal/Intermittent (Fixed Term) (Seasonal)

Time Type: Part time

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 18

Position Work Location: Hybrid Eligible

Statement on Equity, Diversity and Inclusion: All positions require demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with faculty, staff, students, and other Brown and community stakeholders with diverse perspectives and demonstrated ability to contribute to an inclusive environment.

Submission Guidelines: Please note that in order to be considered an applicant for any staff position at Brown University you must submit an application form for each position for which you believe you are qualified. Applications are not kept on file for future positions. Please include a cover letter and resume with each position application.