Community Educator/Outreach Worker

Project Self-Sufficiency; Newton (NJ); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site childcare

Health benefits

Paid vacation

401K plan

Job summary

A community service organization in Newton, NJ is seeking a Community Educator/Outreach Worker. This role involves outreach and training on agency programs to various organizations, schools, and community events. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field, strong public speaking skills, and the ability to work with diverse populations. Familiarity with Microsoft Office applications is required. Benefits include on-site childcare and health benefits. Salary ranges from $45,000 to $55,000.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university is required.
• Demonstrable experience providing presentations in a professional setting.
• Strong ability to work with diverse populations.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and conduct agency educational programs for community professionals.
• Maintain relationships with community organizations to support education initiatives.
• Prepare and maintain accurate records of training and evaluative responses.

Skills

Cultural competence

Public speaking

Strong computer skills

Fluency in English

Fluency in Spanish

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in education, child development, public health, communication, or social sciences

Tools

Microsoft Office 365

Job description

Overview

The Community Educator/Outreach Worker is responsible for outreach and training on a variety of agency programs to organizations, healthcare facilities, schools, and other entities, as well as representation of the agency at community events.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and conduct various agency educational programs for community professionals, parents, and students
• Maintain relationships with area schools, childcare centers, and community organizations to support education initiatives
• Regularly travel locally and work independently in the field
• Prepare and maintain accurate records of all training and evaluative responses, and create monthly reports
• Stay current on new research and community issues related to child/family welfare
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university with a focus in education, child development, public health, communication, or social sciences
• Demonstrable experience providing presentations in a professional setting
• Cultural competence and an ability to work with diverse populations
• Fluency in English and Spanish (Preferred)
• Ability to work Monday - Friday, and occasional weekends and evenings
• Experience in public speaking and training implementation preferred
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office 365 (Outlook, Word, Excel, Power Point)
• Compassionate and attentive to details
• Must also have reliable transportation and possess a valid Driver’s License

Benefits & Salary

On-site childcare, health benefits, paid vacation and holidays, and 401K plan available. Salary for this position is $45,000 - $55,000, commensurate with previous experience, references, and other factors.