Graduate Assistant - Fontaine Center - RSVP
Posting Details
Position Details
Posting Number G/R29600P Working Title Graduate Assistant - Fontaine Center - RSVP Department UHC-The Fontaine Center About the University of Georgia
Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia’s oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education (https://www.uga.edu/) . The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly formed School of Medicine.
About the College/Unit/Department College/Unit/Department website Employment Type Employee Additional Schedule Information Advertised Salary Anticipated Start Date 08/01/2025 Posting Date 05/15/2025 Closing Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants Location of Vacancy Athens Area EOO Statement
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Duties/Responsibilities
Duties/Responsibilities
Advocacy
• In collaboration with the Senior Director of CAPS and Fontaine, Assistant Director of Behavioral Health Psychology and Lead Advocate RSVP Coordinator provide information, and guidance to victims/survivors of sexual harassment, sexual assault, and interpersonal violence (including dating/domestic violence and stalking) about their rights, options and available resources, and make appropriate referrals to on-campus/local resources and/or the Title IX Coordinator to best support UGA students through healing, safety, and/or reporting processes.
• Serve as a member of the SARC team, attending monthly meetings for communication and ongoing professional development.
• Maintain collaborative relationships with on and off campus partners to facilitate effective and caring referrals.
Percentage of time 45 Duties/Responsibilities
Program Support
• Assist in the development of the Peer Advocacy program.
• Co-advise Peer Educators through group supervision.
• Attend Peer Advocacy meetings, including cohort meetings, supervision group meetings, and leadership team meetings.
• Provide guidance to individual Peer Advocates with developing appropriate and evidence-based program plans, and learning outcomes, and evaluations for their projects and outreach events to lead for their peers.
• Assist in the hiring, training, ongoing professional development, progress documentation, and evaluation of a team of Peer Advocates.
Percentage of time 40 Duties/Responsibilities
RSVP Initiatives
• Assist with the development, implementation, and assessment of efforts to prevent sexual harassment, sexual assault, dating/domestic violence, and stalking including passive campaigns, awareness activities, and primary prevention workshops and trainings.
• Research best practices, implementation efforts, and sustainability practices for prevention education strategies.
• Support the mission of the RSVP through attending relevant meetings, events, outreach opportunities, campus committees, relationship-building efforts, and service opportunities on occasion.
Percentage of time 10 Duties/Responsibilities
Project Related to Educational Program
• Each school semester, the intern will be required to work with their supervisor on identifying and completing one independent project related to their educational program and/or career goals in any area of program development, assessment, or services. This project will be used to apply the skills learned in the internship to their educational program.
Percentage of time 5
Position Details
Position Information
Classification Title Graduate Assistant FLSA Exempt UGA Job Code FTE .33 Minimum Qualifications Position Summary
This position will work with the Senior Director of CAPS and Fontaine and the Assistant Director of Behavioral Health Psychology to provide advisement and support to the RSVP program, including programmatic development and assessment, as well as advocacy. Assist with Office initiatives to prevent sexual harassment and interpersonal violence to enhance the capacity and reach of UMatter and Healthy Relationships.
UHC Minimum
Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification in Position
• Bachelor’s Degree, preferably in Student Development, Public Health, Social Work, Gender Studies, Psychology, Law or related field by start date.
• Background knowledge about gender-based discrimination, sexual harassment, sexual violence, dating/domestic violence, and stalking.
UHC Preferred
• Master’s Degree or Law Degree in progress or recently completed, preferably in Student Development, Public Health, Social Work, Gender Studies, Psychology, Law, or related field by start date.
• Knowledge in responding to and/or managing Title IX-related and interpersonal violence-related matters.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities And/or Competencies
• Background in providing direct services to survivors of trauma, or knowledge of trauma-informed care practices.
• Demonstrate understanding of and sensitivity to the issues/concerns of members of a higher-education community.
• Ability to work with students, faculty, and staff in a professional manner.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to manage and oversee multiple projects efficiently.
• Strong administrative skills, including recordkeeping, report writing and documentation.
• Proven ability to handle sensitive information and situations with tact, care, and discretion.
• Completed 40-hour victim advocate training through an accredited agency.
• Working knowledge of Title IX, the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA), Clery Act, and regulatory agency guidance informing practice and policy.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and sensitivity to the range of responses and needs of survivors to interpersonal violence.
• Demonstrated ability to work with a wide-range of campus constituents, including students, staff, faculty, parents/guardians, campus partners, local authorities, off campus agencies and others as needed.
• Ability to identify, liaison, and network with appropriate local, statewide, and national organizations involved in this work.
Physical Demands
Transport light weight equipment (computer and advocacy materials) across campus and to offsite locations. Sit for extended periods of time.
Is this a Position of Trust? Yes Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? No Does this position require a P-Card? No Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No Is driving a requirement of this position? No Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? Yes Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) Yes Background Investigation Policy
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website .
Contact Information
Recruitment Contact
Contact Details
For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.
Recruitment Contact Name Kimberly Kiscelica, PhD Recruitment Contact Email kkiscelica@uhs.uga.edu Recruitment Contact Phone
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• List of References with Contact Information
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