Student Advocate ; U University Health Services

About Berkeley

At the University of California, Berkeley, we are dedicated to fostering a community where everyone feels welcome and can thrive. Our culture of openness, freedom and belonging makes it a special place for students, faculty and staff.

As a world-leading institution, Berkeley is known for its academic and research excellence, public mission, diverse student body, and commitment to equity and social justice. Since our founding in 1868, we have driven innovation, creating global intellectual, economic and social value. We are looking for applicants who reflect California's diversity and want to be part of an inclusive, equity-focused community that views education as a matter of social justice.

Please consider whether your values align with our Guiding Values and Principles, Principles of Community, and Strategic Plan. At UC Berkeley, we believe that learning is a fundamental part of working, and provide space for supportive colleague communities via numerous employee resource groups (staff organizations). Our goal is for everyone on the Berkeley campus to feel supported and equipped to realize their full potential.

We actively support this by providing all of our full-time staff employees with up to 80 hours (10 days) of paid time per year to engage in professional development activities. Find out more about how you can grow your career at UC Berkeley.

For over 100 years, UHS has been providing health care and integrative services for a wide range of physical and mental health care needs to the Berkeley campus community. We have spent a quarter-century at the Tang Center, a fully accredited health care facility. UHS employs over 300 people, including primary and urgent care physicians, psychiatrists, consulting medical specialists, nurse practitioners, registered nurses, pharmacists, health educators, social workers, and other health administrative professionals.

All clinicians, counselors, and nurses are state-licensed and/or certified. In addition to our staff, Berkeley students participate in UHS peer, intern, and volunteer programs. Together, we provide services on a continuum from prevention through treatment.

The Campus Mobile Crisis Response (CMCR) team will include behavioral health clinicians, a Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment (SVSH) Confidential Crisis Advocate, and support staff. The team will provide support to students, staff, and faculty experiencing behavioral health or SVSH crises, as well as assist clinicians within University Health Services (UHS), for example, within Urgent Care.

The SVSH Confidential Crisis Advocate will primarily oversee SVSH crisis management, offering structured responses and resources to individuals and communities affected by sexual violence or harassment. This includes ensuring immediate safety, emotional support, and organizational accountability. The advocate will work closely with behavioral health clinicians to address crises such as suicidal ideation or behaviors, non-lethal self-harm, disorientation, delusional or paranoid thinking, and elevated mood states that interfere with daily functioning.

In addition, the team may respond to broader campus crises, such as a student death. Responsibilities include crisis de-escalation, intervention, and assessment, connecting clients with on- and off-campus referrals, and coordinating transportation for medical examinations when needed. The team will also support outreach and campus engagement efforts.

Application Review Date

The first review date for this job is: 1/27/2026. This job will remain open until filled.

CONFIDENTIAL CRISIS MANAGEMENT AND ADVOCACY

• Provide confidential, trauma‑informed crisis intervention, ongoing advocacy, and support services for survivors of sexual harassment, sexual violence, stalking, and intimate partner violence.
• Deliver survivor‑centered advocacy, including safety planning, resource navigation, and culturally relevant services.
• Respond to crises on‑call (including nights and possibly weekends), offering immediate intervention, referrals, and emotional support.
• Manage complex cases and serve as a liaison…