Job Information
YWCA Seattle | King | Snohomish Gender Based Violence, Outreach Specialist in Renton, Washington
Why work with YWCA Seattle King Snohomish?
YWCA SKS is the region's largest non-profit organization with a 120+ year legacy, focused on the needs of women, with programs serving 7,000 people each year. When you work with YWCA, you make a difference.
We're women and BIPOC-led, family-centered, and supportive of employees. As a full-time YWCA employee (30+ hours), you'll enjoy a benefits package including medical insurance, generous vacation, holiday, sick leave plans, and an outstanding retirement plan. Put your passion for racial equity and social justice to work -- apply today!
What You'll Do
Join the team at YWCA Seattle King Snohomish, a leading nonprofit in the region dedicated to serving the needs of women, girls, and families. We're currently seeking a *Gender Based Violence Outreach Specialist, *a unique opportunity to lead the operations of all Health and Safety Community services and programs across King and Snohomish Counties.
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The Gender-Based Violence (GBV) Outreach Specialist will play a pivotal role in fostering a safe and inclusive campus environment by raising awareness on campus providing education and supporting initiatives to address and prevent gender-based violence. This position will engage with students, faculty, and staff to develop outreach programs, promote campus resources, and support survivors of gender-based violence.
Note: This position is fully onsite at RENTON Office and Collages
Expectations of your role:
Outreach and Education
Develop and implement educational campaigns, workshops, and events focused on preventing gender-based violence.
Facilitate training sessions on topics such as consent, bystander intervention, healthy relationships, and recognizing signs of abuse.
Collaborate with student organizations, campus departments, and community partners to expand outreach efforts.
Create and distribute informational materials (e.g., brochures, flyers, social media content) to raise awareness about gender-based violence and available resources.
Advocacy and Support
Provide information and referrals to students, faculty, and staff who experience or witness gender-based violence.
Support survivors in accessing campus and community resources, including counseling, health services, and legal assistance.
Collaborate with campus Title IX coordinators and confidential advocates to ensure compliance with institutional policies and federal regulations.
Program Development
Assist in the creation and evaluation of campus policies related to gender-based violence prevention and response.
Conduct needs assessments to identify gaps in campus services and resources.
Develop innovative programming tailored to the diverse needs of the campus community.
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