Prevention Advocate | Full Time | Manatee County

Selah Freedom; Sarasota (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Selah Freedom is seeking a Prevention Advocate in the Manatee County area. This full-time, non-exempt role focuses on educating youth and adults to recognize and prevent exploitation, delivering trainings, managing community partnerships, and tracking outreach impact.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor's degree in Education, Psychology, Social Work, or related field, with strong presentation skills and a passion for advocacy. Travel locally and driving are required as part of the role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Education, Psychology, Social Work, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Passion for youth education and advocacy.
• Strong presentation and public speaking skills.
• Experience with survivors of sexual exploitation or human trafficking (preferred).
• Clean driving record (preferred) and ability to travel locally.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate exploitation prevention trainings for K-12 students and adults.
• Coordinate and schedule trainings in schools, nonprofits, churches, and community groups.
• Build and manage relationships with community partners.
• Collect and report outreach data as outlined in the Prevention Manual.
• Participate in team meetings and assist with special projects.

Skills

Public speaking

Education & advocacy

Travel locally

Survivor experience preference

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education, Psychology, Social Work, or related field

Job description

Job Opening: Prevention Advocate

Location:Manatee County Area, Florida Position Type: Full-Time, Non-Exempt Department: Prevention Reports to: Prevention Coordinator

At Selah Freedom, we are dedicated to ending sex trafficking and bringing freedom to the exploited. From prevention and outreach to safe housing and education, our programs serve youth and survivors across the Midwest and Southeast regions of the U.S.

What You’ll Do

As a Prevention Advocate, you will be on the frontlines of educating and empowering youth and adults to recognize, resist, and prevent exploitation. Your role will involve delivering powerful presentations, managing community relationships, and tracking outreach impact in the Manatee County area.

You will:

• Facilitate exploitation prevention trainings for K-12 students and adults.
• Coordinate and schedule trainings in schools, nonprofits, churches, and community groups.
• Build and manage relationships with community partners.
• Collect and report outreach data as outlined in the Prevention Manual.
• Participate in team meetings and assist with special projects.

What You Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Education, Psychology, Social Work, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Passion for youth education and advocacy.
• Strong presentation and public speaking skills.
• Experience with survivors of sexual exploitation or human trafficking (preferred).
• Clean driving record (preferred) and ability to travel locally.

Why Selah Freedom?

We don't just work-we live out a calling. At Selah Freedom, our team is anchored by values that make a lasting impact:

• Ownership - We follow through with integrity.
• Collaboration - We're stronger together.
• Gratitude - We serve with thankful hearts.
• Communication - We lead with truth and grace.
• Balance - We care for others and ourselves.

You'll be part of a passionate team preventing exploitation before it starts.

Work Schedule & Environment

• Typical schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm
• Some nights, weekends, or after-hours events may be required (with notice)
• Moderate travel and physical activity required
• Work environment is usually quiet to moderate in noise