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Dept. Worker (Special Programs)

Rutgers University

United States, New Jersey, Newark

Feb 03, 2025

Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title	Dept. Worker (Special Programs)
Job Category	Staff & Executive - Administrative & Support
Department	Violence Prevention & Victim Assistance
Overview	New Jersey's academic health center, Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences ( RBHS) takes an integrated approach to educating students, providing clinical care, and conducting research, all with the goal of improving human health. Aligned with Rutgers University-New Brunswick and collaborating university wide, RBHS includes eight schools, a behavioral health network, and five centers and institutes that focus on cancer treatment and research, neuroscience, advanced biotechnology and medicine, environmental and occupational health, and health care policy and aging research. Our faculty are teachers, clinicians, and scientists with unparalleled experience who advance medical innovation and provide patient care informed by the latest research findings. We offer an outstanding education in medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, public health, nursing, biomedical research, and the full spectrum of allied health careers. Our clinical and academic facilities are located throughout the state-at Rutgers University-New Brunswick, including Piscataway; and at locations in Newark, Scotch Plains, Somerset, Stratford, and other locations. Clinical partners include Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital in New Brunswick, Newark's University Hospital in Newark, and other affiliates. Through this community of healers, scientists, and scholars, Rutgers is equipped as never before to transform lives.
Posting Summary	Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Dept. Worker (Special Programs) within RBHS Office for Violence Prevention & Victim Assistance Department at the RBHS Chancellor's Office. Reporting to the Program Manager of the Violence Prevention and Victim Assistance ( VPVA) Office at RBHS, the Dept. Worker (Special Programs) is responsible for providing functional assistance to VPVA staff and supporting programming related to survivor support services and violence prevention education. This position is grant-funded for a commitment of 35 hours per week. The grant ends August 31, 2025. The Department Worker (Special Programs) should be knowledgeable and comfortable discussing interpersonal violence. This individual will lead engagement, educational, and advocacy activities for their peers. Additionally, the Department Worker will support the Education & Prevention Coordinator and serve as a liaison between the RH student body and faculty/staff populations. Among the key duties for this position are the following: Collaborate with Program Manager and Education & Prevention Coordinator all programs, trainings, workshops and outreach of the office. Plan and implement organization and promotion of awareness programs Guide the sharing of information regarding VPVA services to RBHS members at events and meetings. Recruit for and coordinate the VPVA volunteer program. Design content and graphics for educational materials and social media. Attend weekly team meetings.
Position Status	Full Time
Hours Per Week
Daily Work Shift	Day
Work Arrangement	Consistent with the current application of Rutgers Policy 60.3.22 or the applicable provisions of relevant collective negotiations agreements, this position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement. Flexible work arrangements are not permanent, are subject to change or discontinuation, and contingent on the employee receiving approval in the FlexWork@RU Application System.
FLSA	Exempt
Grade	99S
Position Salary	$23 per hour
Annual Minimum Salary	00.00
Annual Mid Range Salary	0.00
Annual Maximum Salary	0.00
Standard Hours	40.00
Union Description	Short-Term Assignments
Payroll Designation	PeopleSoft
Benefits	Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. For details, please go to http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview.
Seniority Unit
Terms of Appointment	Temporary Staff Appointment - Hourly
Position Pension Eligibility	ABP

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience	Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field plus one (1) year of relevant administrative experience required.
Certifications/Licenses
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities	Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Experienced with all Social Media platforms, including Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook.
Preferred Qualifications	Comfort with public speaking or peer education. Interest in violence prevention and intervention methods.
Equipment Utilized
Physical Demands and Work Environment	Office environment. Moderate Noise.
Special Conditions

Posting Details

Posting Number	25ST0228
Posting Open Date	02/03/2025
Special Instructions to Applicants
Regional Campus	Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)
Home Location Campus	Newark (RBHS)
City	Newark
State	NJ
Location Details	Rutgers Health Newark, with time also spent at Piscataway location.

Pre-employment Screenings

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Immunization Requirements

Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate's offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

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