COMMUNITY CRISIS CENTER 

Job Description

                                                                Community Educator

JOB SUMMARY: Community Educators will provide sexual assault education to our community.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

- Provide educational programs for community and professional groups as requested.

- Maintain an adequate supply of domestic and sexual assault brochures and pamphlets in appropriate locations throughout the community.

- Promote and schedule prevention education programs through outreach to educators, school systems, youth organizations, medical and community groups, and other interested or high-risk populations.

- Assist DSV Advocacy and Prevention Services Coordinator in the planning and coordination of the events related to Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault Month and awareness of sexual assault/abuse issues throughout the year.

- Provide training to other professionals as needed.

- Remain aware of current developments in the field of domestic violence and sexual assault.

- Participate in funder site reviews as necessary.

- Must maintain confidentiality of services.

- Attend staff meetings as designated unless the Executive Director waives this requirement.

- Assist the DSV Advocacy and Prevention Services Coordinator in short and long-range program planning.

- Perform other duties as assigned.

JOB RELATIONSHIPS:

- Supervised by the DSV Advocacy and Prevention Services Coordinator. 

- Work with all agency employees, volunteers, and student interns as necessary.

ESSENTIAL JOB REQUIREMENTS:

- Education – Minimum of Bachelor’s Degree in social services or communication.

- Experience – Prefer one (1) year experience in social services.

- Training – Upon employment will receive a minimum of forty (40) hours training in the area of domestic and sexual violence.

- Technical Skills – Requires good written, verbal and communication skills; must have good listening skills; good management and organizational skills, as well as basic computer skills. Must have the ability to prioritize responsibilities; must have a knowledge of area services for clients in the program.

- Social Skills – Must demonstrate flexibility and teamwork capacity within the agency; must be able to work well independently with minimal supervision. Must also demonstrate courtesy and respect towards all fellow employees, interns, volunteers, visitors, and clients.

- Physical Requirements – Must have visual and auditory acuity; must be able to lift up to thirty (30) pounds; must be able to enter information into agency files.

- Transportation Requirements – Must be willing and able to travel throughout the area for presentations; if using a privately-owned vehicle, must provide proof of current automobile insurance coverage and annual renewal documentation thereafter.

- Attendance – Must maintain an acceptable attendance record.

STAFF MEETING REQUIREMENT:

General Meeting

In-services as applicable

Professional Development is encouraged

**To apply, email Leslie at lnathan@crisiscenter.org a resume and cover letter**