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The Women's Shelter of South Texas dba The Purple Door

Community Educator

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A Community or Political Organizer works to unite citizens around a concern, ranging from reducing environmental pollution to fighting prejudice. Can be involved in organizing and working on political campaigns to advance social goals.

$52,446 / year median in Texas

+11% projected growth

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Job Description

To Apply:
A completed employment application is required to be considered for employment. The online application can be accessed at: https://purpledoortx.org/jobs/ PURPOSE/FUNCTION
OF POSITION
To provide education to the community regarding agency services, domestic violence (including stalking and dating violence) dynamics and prevention, and sexual violence dynamics and prevention. Duties include, but may not be limited to the following: To actively solicit, coordinate, and provide educational presentations to lead prevention efforts between community partners including social service agencies, substance abuse agencies, police departments, school districts, organizations outside of schools that directly serve youth, scouting, and faith-based communities in the implementation of activities to effect a social change in domestic violence. Develop and deliver training programs and workshops to appropriate constituency groups. Coordinate requests for community presentations and disseminate to organization staff if and as appropriate. Maintain an inventory of appropriate educational materials (i.e. brochures). Participate in the execution of primary prevention activities to include educational seminars; training programs for professionals; preparation of informational materials; educational programs for college students and campus personnel; education about drugs used to facilitate domestic violence; and other efforts to help prevent and increase awareness of domestic violence, including awareness in underserved communities and among people serving the youth population. Monitor primary prevention activities and prepare reports of interventions as requested. Network with community partners to enhance collaborative projects that strengthen primary prevention initiatives. Participate in the Coordinated Community Response Coalition(s) as approrpriate.
EDUCATION
Degree in human services field preferred.
QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge regarding sexual assault and domestic violence preferred. Strong sense of teamwork and cooperation. Excellent oral and written communication skills with an emphasis on public speaking. Bilingual in English/Spanish preferred. Computer literate with proficiency in Microsoft Office products. Flexible with ability to work independently and exhibit creativity. Able to manage multiple priorities concurrently and meet deadlines. Non-traditional hours to include some evening and weekend hours required. Some travel requiring a valid driver's license and a personal, insured vehicle for use on the job required.
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$19.35 per hour
Benefits:
Dental insurance Flexible schedule Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance
License/Certification:
Driver's License (Preferred) Willingness to travel: 50% (Preferred)
Work Location:
In person