Prevention Education Specialist

Center For Child Protection

Austin (TX)

On-site

USD 61,000 - 65,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Center for Child Protection in Austin, TX is seeking a Prevention Education Specialist to deliver workshops and trainings on child abuse prevention and trauma-informed education to parents, caregivers, educators, and community members.

The role emphasizes program delivery, outreach, curriculum development, and collaboration with schools and partners. The ideal candidate is bilingual (English/Spanish) with strong presentation skills and a commitment to child safety.

Qualifications

Bilingual in English and Spanish (spoken and written) required.
2-4 years of experience delivering professional presentations, with demonstrated strong public speaking skills.
3-5 years of experience working with children and families in high‑risk environments.
Experience working with families and child victims of sexual and/or physical abuse, including involvement in child protection, crisis support, or counseling services, preferred.
Licensed Social Worker or School Counselor preferred.
Strong knowledge of child abuse and neglect, including signs and symptoms, reporting requirements, and intervention systems.
Strong understanding of child abuse prevention, trauma, and child development.
Reliable transportation required; availability to work weekends and evenings as needed.

Responsibilities

Coordinate and conduct educational workshops and trainings for parents and caregivers, professionals, students, and community members on the prevention, identification, and reporting of child abuse and neglect.
Facilitate and adapt programming for diverse audiences of varying sizes, backgrounds, ages, and abilities.
Represent the Center and present at community events, as requested.
Conduct Center tours for stakeholders and community members.
Build and maintain collaborative relationships with staff, volunteers, and community partners.
Cultivate ongoing relationships with schools, childcare centers, and community organizations to expand prevention education and child protection efforts.
Network within the community to identify outreach opportunities and strengthen service impact.
Develop, update and prepare educational materials for outreach and educational training.
Assist in coordinating and executing multidisciplinary trainings for Child Protection Team members and Center staff.
Ensure training content aligns with current best practices in prevention, trauma, and child development.
Support strategic planning efforts by reviewing program effectiveness, identifying service gaps, and contributing to future program development.
Collaborate with the Director of Outreach and Education to achieve departmental goals and initiatives.
Maintain accurate records of trainings, attendance, and evaluation data.
Track participation through evaluations and data collection for required staff trainings.
Ensure compliance with agency, licensing and regulatory requirements.
Participate in continuing education related to child abuse prevention, trauma, and child development.
Stay up to date on relevant research, legislation, and emerging trends in child and family welfare.
Maintain a comprehensive understanding of the Children’s Advocacy Center model, including mission, vision and core values.
Maintain active professional licensure through required continuing education and timely renewal.
Report any changes in licensure status or investigations to supervisor in accordance with policy.
Demonstrate professionalism, adaptability, critical thinking and commitment to teamwork.
Provide direct service support for forensic, therapy and medical cases, as needed.
Attend monthly staff meetings, supervision with the Director of Outreach and Education, and assigned community meetings.
Travel regularly and work independently in community and field‑based settings.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Public speaking

Workshop delivery

Community outreach

Training development

Job description

Job Location: Austin, TX 78724. Position Type: Full Time. Salary Range: $61,000.00 - $65,000.00. Center for Child Protection.

Job Title: Prevention Education Specialist

Job Summary

The Prevention Education Specialist is a key member of the Education Team, responsible for delivering impactful parent & caregiver workshops, professional trainings, and trauma-informed educational programming across Travis County. These interactive sessions focus on child abuse identification, prevention, and trauma awareness, equipping parents, caregivers, educators, child-serving professionals, and community members with practical knowledge and tools to protect and support children. This role coordinates and facilitates Center-developed prevention and education programs, while cultivating strong community partnerships through ongoing outreach to schools, organizations, and parent groups. The Prevention Education Specialist plays a vital role in advancing the Center’s mission by increasing awareness, strengthening prevention efforts, and promoting child safety throughout the community. The successful candidate must be bilingual (English/Spanish) and be able to communicate effectively with diverse populations.

Minimum Qualifications

Bilingual in English and Spanish (spoken and written) required
2-4 years of experience delivering professional presentations, with demonstrated strong public speaking skills
3-5 years of experience working with children and families in high‑risk environments
Experience working with families and child victims of sexual and/or physical abuse, including involvement in child protection, crisis support, or counseling services, preferred
Licensed Social Worker or School Counselor preferred
Strong knowledge of child abuse and neglect, including signs and symptoms, reporting requirements, and intervention systems
Strong understanding of child abuse prevention, trauma, and child development
Demonstrated passion for and commitment to child abuse prevention and child protection
Reliable transportation required; availability to work weekends and evenings as needed

Key Responsibilities

Program Delivery & Education

Coordinate and conduct educational workshops and trainings for parents and caregivers, professionals, students, and community members on the prevention, identification, and reporting of child abuse and neglect
Facilitate and adapt programming for diverse audiences of varying sizes, backgrounds, ages, and abilities
Represent the Center and present at community events, as requested
Conduct Center tours for stakeholders and community members

Community Outreach & Partnership Development

Build and maintain collaborative relationships with staff, volunteers, and community partners
Cultivate ongoing relationships with schools, childcare centers, and community organizations to expand prevention education and child protection efforts
Network within the community to identify outreach opportunities and strengthen service impact

Curriculum Development & Training Materials

Develop, update and prepare educational materials for outreach and educational training
Assist in coordinating and executing multidisciplinary trainings for Child Protection Team members and Center staff
Ensure training content aligns with current best practices in prevention, trauma, and child development

Program Planning, Evaluation & Strategy

Support strategic planning efforts by reviewing program effectiveness, identifying service gaps, and contributing to future program development
Collaborate with the Director of Outreach and Education to achieve departmental goals and initiatives

Documentation, Compliance & Training Tracking

Maintain accurate records of all trainings, attendance, and evaluation data
Track participation through evaluations and data collection for required staff trainings
Ensure compliance with agency, licensing and regulatory requirements

Professional Development & Subject Matter Expertise

Participate in continuing education related to child abuse prevention, trauma, and child development
Stay up to date on relevant research, legislation, and emerging trends in child and family welfare
Maintain a comprehensive understanding of the Children’s Advocacy Center model, including mission, vision and core values

Licensure & Ethical Compliance

Maintain active professional licensure through required continuing education and timely renewal
Report any changes in licensure status or investigations to supervisor in accordance with policy

Additional Responsibilities

Demonstrate professionalism, adaptability, critical thinking and commitment to teamwork
Provide direct service support for forensic, therapy and medical cases, as needed
Attend monthly staff meetings, supervision with the Director of Outreach and Education, and assigned community meetings
Travel regularly and work independently in community and field‑based settings
Perform other duties as assigned

Physical Requirements