Education and Prevention Specialist

fce4bf5c-46fd-41fe-8d28-8f457815bb91•Akron, OH

2d•$0 - $18

About The Position

The Education and Prevention Specialist implements educational programs, outreach initiatives, and awareness campaigns to prevent sexual violence and human trafficking, address their intersections with intimate partner violence, educate the community, and support survivors. The role promotes consent and healthy relationships and collaborates with community partners, schools, and organizations to deliver prevention and education programs. The position provides age-appropriate, evidence-based education and training to community members and professionals; develops community partnerships; represents the organization at events and in collaborative groups; and offers resources to survivors encountered through outreach. The specialist also maintains outreach and program records and complies with agency policies, applicable federal and state requirements, CARF Standards, and relevant educational, certification, registry, and Service Excellence requirements. This role is based in a facility serving victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, and human trafficking. The employee may interact with survivors, their families, assailants, and law enforcement. The schedule is 40 hours per week, with hours varying according to need and occasional evening and weekend work. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Requirements

Strong knowledge of sexual assault, intimate partner violence, and human trafficking prevention, trauma-informed care, and related issues.
Excellent communication and presentation skills.
Ability to work collaboratively with diverse communities and organizations.
Sensitivity to issues related to sexual assault and commitment to the organization's mission.
Valid Ohio driver's license and ability to meet agency driving insurability requirements.
Ability to meet agency requirements for criminal background checks through the Ohio Bureau of Criminal Investigations and Federal Bureau of Investigations.
Excellent communication skills and strong public speaking skills.
Computer skills, including Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.

Nice To Haves

Four-year degree in communication, public relations, social work, education, or a related social services field, or relevant experience.
Victim advocacy training and/or experience.

Responsibilities

Create age-appropriate, evidence-based educational programs on sexual assault prevention, consent, human trafficking, and healthy relationship skills.
Provide training and workshops for professionals and community members on recognizing and responding to sexual assault, human trafficking, and intimate partner violence, including for local schools, colleges, and community organizations.
Develop and maintain relationships with community partners, including juvenile court and detention centers, law enforcement, healthcare providers, and social service agencies.
Represent the organization at community events, conferences, and meetings to promote awareness and resources.
Offer support and resources to survivors encountered during outreach events.
Collect and maintain accurate records of outreach activities, program outcomes, and demographic information.
Participate in community activities, coalitions, and taskforce groups as requested or assigned by the supervisor.
Comply with agency policies and procedures, federal and state requirements, CARF Standards, and educational, certification, registry, and Service Excellence requirements.
Perform other duties as assigned.