By: Maddi Phipps
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (UATV) – The Campus Sexual and Relationship Violence Center (SRVC) is looking to fill after-hours faculty and staff volunteer advocate positions.
The volunteer advocates serve on rotation and answer calls received between 8 p.m. and 5 a.m.
Occasionally, volunteer advocates may meet with a victim of sexual assault at the UAPD station after hours to assist in the victim’s reporting process.
“Our volunteer faculty and staff victim advocates serve a tremendous role in ensuring someone is available at any hour to assist students in the crisis moment related to sexual and/or relationship violence,” said Director of the Campus Sexual and Relationship Violence Center Dr. Mary A. Wyandt-Hiebert.
Advocacy training is provided by the SRVC. Following the initial report, the center will handle all follow-up and advocacy needs.
Applicants must currently serve in an appointed classified or non-classified staff or faculty position.
“Their longevity with and knowledge of the University strengthens the program as they provide support and information in a trauma-informed way,” said Wyandt-Hiebert.
Applications are due by 5 p.m. on October 12.