Bilingual Gender Based Violence Education Specialist

SGA Youth & Family Services; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

403(b) retirement plan

Paid vacation, sick leave, personal &H

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

SGA Youth & Family Services in Chicago seeks an Education Specialist to deliver gender-based violence and human trafficking education to youth and caregivers. This role emphasizes culturally sensitive, evidence-based instruction designed for diverse audiences.

The position involves leading workshops for ages 15-18, 18-25 and adults, collaborating with the Program Coordinator, and creating educational materials that reflect trauma-informed principles and community needs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Public Health or related field.
• Minimum of two years’ experience working with high-risk youth.
• Fluent in Spanish; strong English communication.
• Experience in sexual health education.
• Knowledge of Chicago communities, especially the South Side.
• Ability to assess learning needs and tailor instruction.
• Experience designing and delivering sexual health education.

Responsibilities

• Implement GBV-related education curricula and workshops for youth and adults.
• Collaborate with Program Coordinator to deliver education modules.
• Create engaging, culturally competent educational materials.
• Maintain accurate documentation of visits and program activities.
• Ensure confidential information is protected and compliant with program standards.
• Engage in community outreach and develop social media components.

Skills

Spanish language proficiency

Verbal and written communication in EN

Sexual health education experience

Youth education experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Public Health or related field

Job description

SGA provides a wide range of social services in some of Chicago's most challenged and consistently underserved communities and creates long-term and community-wide change.

• Implement Rights Respect Responsibility curriculum through educational workshops to 15-18 year-olds, 18-25 year olds, and adult caregivers;
• Cultivate an effective and welcoming educational environment;
• Collaborate with Program Coordinator to deliver education modules that incorporate R3 and other curricula along with trauma-informed principles;
• Create forms, handouts and other educational materials that are culturally competent and developmentally appropriate for target client base;
• Acknowledge and incorporate the intersectionality of race and gender inequality into issue-focused lessons;
• Teach skills and promote social norms that inform about and protect against sexual violence;
• Implement curricula that includes medically accurate information referenced in peer-reviewed publications by educational, scientific, governmental, or health organizations;
• Implement curricula and/or strategies with an evidence-based approach to integrate research findings with practical implementation that align with the needs and desired outcomes of the targeted audience of youth;
• Ensure lessons and classroom environment are inclusive and non-stigmatizing towards all participants;
• Collaborate on the development of social media campaigns and pre-recorded community education components;
• Engage in community outreach.

Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Provides factual information about Gender-Based Violence and Human Trafficking;
• Provides direct health education and information;
• Documents visits and interactions appropriately;
• Ensures all confidential information is protected;
• Adheres to all mandates of the GBV program performance standards;
• Collects required data material and reports to Program Coordinator;
• Displays sensitivity and responsiveness to cultural differences present in the service population;
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English and Spanish
• Fluent in Spanish
• Minimum of Bachelor’s Degree in Public Health, Social Sciences, or a related field;
• At least two years’ experience working with high-risk youth;
• Professional experience and/or specialization in sexual health;
• Familiarity with Chicago’s communities, especially those on the south side;
• Ability to assess individual/group learning needs and create an environment conducive to learning;
• Knowledge and/or experience in the design and implementation of sexual health and wellness education strategies and events;

Conditions of Employment

• Ability to work varying hours Monday - Friday, Schedule may include some evenings and weekends.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and automobile insurance required for work related travel

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to remain stationary 50% of the time.
• Must be able to frequently move inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc.
• Must be able to transport oneself to and from home visits.
• Occasionally ascends/descends stairs.
• Constantly moves to assist during program activities.
• At times it may be required to lift up to 25 lbs. for various needs.
• Frequently moves in outdoor weather conditions.

Benefits

Eligible employees receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance; employer-paid life insurance; short- and long-term disability coverage; a 403(b) retirement savings plan; paid vacation, sick leave, personal days, and holidays; an Employee Assistance Program; Benefits are provided in accordance with plan documents and organizational policies, and eligibility may vary based on employment status and scheduled hours.

An Equal Opportunity Employer

Salary Description

$48,000-$50,000