Prevention Educator

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HOURLY RATE:

$ 25.00+ hourly, depending upon experience, plus benefits

LOCATION

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Marin & Contra Costa Counties

REPORTS TO

Executive Director Community Violence Solutions reaches approximately 3,5,00 young people each year in Contra Costa and Marin Counties through presentations at elementary, middle and high schools and on college campuses. Presentations are designed to promote healthy relationships especially among young males and females and provide important information about sexual assault and dating violence and are interactive in nature. CVS' Prevention Services also offer practical skill-building workshops to girls after school and on weekends focusing on assertiveness training and self-defense techniques; and a program exclusively for male students where participants examine the influence of media and culture on male sexual violence against women, terms and definitions of sexual assault, how rape impacts men and boys, intervention strategies for stopping sexual assault, and how to be an ally to women and girls. Workshops for adults on sexual harassment, personal safety/cyber-safety, and self-defense are also presented to community organizations.

PURPOSE OF POSITION

The Prevention Educator is responsible for providing prevention services to schools and community organizations.

SPECIFIC DUTIES INCLUDE

Provide school-based workshops for children (at an age-appropriate level) and their caregivers regarding violence-free relationships and teens on multiple topics, including date rape prevention, sexual assault and sexual harassment prevention, and community workshops to adults on rape prevention. Interface with school and community agencies regarding sexual assault prevention and CVS services. Represent CVS in related community meetings and events. Assist the Program Coordinator in the development and implementation of training activities. Document all service delivery and coordinate prevention programs. Take state certified 65+ hour crisis intervention training. Other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS

BA or equivalent work experience required. Ability to relate to and communicate with youth and adults, as well as staff in public agencies. Excellent public speaking and training ability. Ability to work effectively with all genders and multiple age groups CA Drivers License, vehicle and insurance. Able to obtain clearance from California Department of Justice. Computer skills. Bilingual (Spanish language) desired.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

From $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

License/Certification:

Driver's License (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person