Violence Prevention and Response Program Graduate Assistant: Social Work

Position Title:

Violence Prevention and Response Program Graduate Assistant:
Social Work

Description of GA Assignment: You will provide service/administrative duties for a nonacademic unit or office. This work does not constitute teaching or research.

Job Description Summary: The Violence Prevention and Response Program (VPRP) is dedicated to creating and maintaining a safe and respectful campus environment by leading comprehensive and collaborative prevention initiatives, fostering a culture of community responsibility, and offering advocacy and support services to students affected by sexual or interpersonal violence.

Our program is seeking a graduate assistant interested in training students to lead various prevention initiatives, promote community responsibility, and support victims of sexual and interpersonal violence.

As a graduate assistant, you will assist the program coordinator in training students in the peer education program, which includes a 30-hour course spread over two semesters. You are expected to be present for all 30 hours of training.

This role involves working collaboratively with the Women’s & Gender Center, Wellness Center, Title IX, and other campus and community resources. The ideal candidate should be comfortable developing and facilitating in-person and virtual educational programs and enjoy working in a student-focused team environment. Students are expected to work 20 hours per week.

Responsibilities include:

• Assist with triaging students’ needs and connecting them with resources.
• Facilitate in-person and virtual training sessions for peer educators.
• Help promote the peer education program.
• Assist in providing presentations and activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• Enrolled as full-time graduate students in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or related fields.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and respect privacy.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent decision-making and time-management skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and social media platforms.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Students pursuing degrees in Social Work are preferred.
• Experience in public speaking, presentations, or advocacy training will be prioritized.

Department: Violence Prevention & Response Program - MU3021

Location: Marshall University, MU

Semester: Fall and Spring

Hours per week: 20 hours

Application Details:

• Open Date: 04/29/2025
• Open Until Filled:
  Yes
• Required Documents:
  Resume, Cover Letter