Brooklyn RAPP Educator: Build Safer Relationships

Rising Ground; New York (NY); On-site; USD 56,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

PTO: 11 paid holidays, paid sick time,

Remote / flexible work options (If/app

Job summary

Rising Ground invites applications for a RAPP Community Educator in Brooklyn. The role involves delivering engaging workshops on healthy relationships, gender-based violence, and related topics, in multiple schools and community settings.

The Educator will facilitate student and parent workshops, train staff, and co-plan the Summer Peer Leadership Program, with paths to strong community partnerships and program expansion opportunities in NYC. Immediate start for a full-time position.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of demonstrated group facilitation experience.
• College degree preferred.
• Experience developing and facilitating workshops.
• Deep understanding of intimate partner violence and adolescent development.
• Strong organizational skills; ability to manage multiple responsibilities.
• Clear commitment to anti-oppressive, healing-centered approaches.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a flexible environment.
• College degree in a relevant field (e.g., Social Work, Education, Public Health) (Preferred)
• Experience working in NYC schools or community-based organizations (Preferred)
• Familiarity with NYC DOE programming and support systems (Preferred)

Responsibilities

• Facilitate interactive student workshops and peer groups focused on relationship abuse prevention, gender-based violence, and related issues
• Develop and deliver dynamic trainings for school staff, parents, and community members
• Create and revise curriculum tailored to adolescents and educational environments
• Build strong partnerships with school staff; coordinate training schedules and resources
• Provide appropriate community referrals for students seeking additional support
• Actively participate in weekly team meetings and planning sessions
• Complete administrative reports and documentation in a timely and accurate manner
• Support and co-lead Summer Peer Leadership Program
• Conduct outreach to new schools and organizations for program expansion
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the RAPP Program Supervisor

Skills

Group facilitation

Organizational skills

Anti-oppressive practice

Independent & collaborative work

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

College degree preferred

Degree in Social Work, Education, Public Health preferred

Job description

Rising Ground invites applications for a RAPP Community Educator in Brooklyn. The role involves delivering engaging workshops on healthy relationships, gender-based violence, and related topics, in multiple schools and community settings.

The Educator will facilitate student and parent workshops, train staff, and co-plan the Summer Peer Leadership Program, with paths to strong community partnerships and program expansion opportunities in NYC. Immediate start for a full-time position.