Community Education & Training Specialist

YWCA USA; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 29,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Employee Assistance Program

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Pension plan

403(b) plan

Paid time off

11 paid holidays

Job summary

YWCA Greater Harrisburg seeks an experienced professional for education, advocacy, and community training within the Violence Intervention & Prevention Department. You will educate on domestic violence and sexual assault and train new advocates and volunteers.

The ideal candidate is an engaging presenter, organized coordinator, and strong relationship-builder who works with employees, volunteers, and community partners.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Communications, Human Services, Education, or related field.
• 2+ years of experience providing education and/or training programs.
• Knowledge of domestic violence, sexual assault, trauma, and survivor-centered approaches.

Responsibilities

• Deliver standardized domestic violence and sexual assault advocate training and shadowing.
• Provide new employee training and ongoing training as needed.
• Coordinate the volunteer program, including onboarding and education.
• Deliver educational presentations to schools and community groups.
• Conduct community outreach to raise awareness of YWCA services.
• Build relationships with community partners and stakeholders.
• Track and report training and volunteer program data.
• Maintain training curricula and resource library.

Skills

Strong written and verbal comms

Excellent presentation

Adult learning techniques

Interpersonal skills

Organizational/time management

Microsoft Office

Flexibility to adapt

Education

Associate degree in Communications

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

YWCA Greater Harrisburg seeks an experienced professional for education, advocacy, and community training within the Violence Intervention & Prevention Department. You will educate on domestic violence and sexual assault and train new advocates and volunteers.

The ideal candidate is an engaging presenter, organized coordinator, and strong relationship-builder who works with employees, volunteers, and community partners.