Prevention Educator-1

Vera House•Syracuse, NY

About The Position

Vera House, Inc. is a human service agency providing comprehensive domestic and sexual violence prevention and intervention services to individuals and families. Its mission is to prevent, respond to, and partner to end domestic and sexual violence and other forms of abuse. The agency seeks to offer employees flexible schedules when possible, autonomy in completing their work, and a culture of belonging. The Prevention Educator provides prevention education and program planning for youth and adults in the community. The role generates, schedules, and facilitates presentations on domestic and dating violence, sexual assault and abuse, and elder abuse for community members and professionals. The educator may also assist with department projects involving college campuses, K–12 education, engaging men and boys, and direct client services. This position is non-exempt and pays $21.00–$23.00 per hour. Vera House is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment on the bases described in its posting.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in education, public health, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
At least 1 year of relevant work experience.
Strong training and facilitation skills and the ability to work independently.
Ability to respond promptly to crises and provide thorough, consistent follow-up with victims, clients, and delivery systems.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
Good interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
Access to reliable transportation.
Thorough knowledge of domestic and sexual violence, including elder abuse.
Knowledge of community-based service systems and criminal and civil justice systems.
Ability to work with community partners and maintain positive working relationships.
Adaptability to demanding situations and ability to work well under pressure.
Ability to build a positive, compassionate rapport with victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, or other violent trauma.
Skill in providing trauma-informed services and knowledge of crisis intervention techniques.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a crisis-oriented setting with diverse individuals.

Responsibilities

Facilitate prevention programs for youth and adults.
Help maintain the chat line and hotline as needed.
Develop, update, and revise program curricula and agency materials, including assessment tools and surveys.
Serve as a liaison and build positive working relationships with community members and partner agencies.
Collect, analyze, and report program output and outcome data to funding sources.
Maintain the database in accordance with Vera House practices.
Follow Vera House policies, procedures, and safety protocols.
Ensure a warm and welcoming environment for visitors.
Manage difficult or emotional client situations and respond promptly to client needs.
Ensure services align with the agency’s mission and goals.
Engage community members, including men and boys, in preventing domestic violence, sexual assault, and other forms of abuse through educational outreach.
Provide resources to clients who disclose abuse during presentations or community events.
Represent the agency in the community and collaborate with community members through tabling events to support agency program services and provide crime victim compensation information.
Provide and coordinate presentations on domestic and dating violence, sexual assault and abuse, and elder abuse, including community and professional presentations.
Assist as needed with department projects, including work involving college campuses, K–12 education, engaging men and boys, and direct client services.