PT Teen Dating Violence Prevention Educator

YWCA Union County; Elizabeth (NJ); Presencial; USD 32.000 - 45.000; A tiempo parcial

Descripción de la vacante

YWCA Union County in Elizabeth, NJ is seeking a part-time Teen Dating Violence Prevention Educator. The role involves delivering in-person and virtual workshops for teens and caregivers, promoting healthy relationships and safety awareness. This position requires 20 hours per week at $28.00 per hour.

The educator will collaborate with schools, community centers, and service providers, maintain records, and stay updated on best practices in teen violence prevention and victim advocacy.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Human Services, Education, Public Health, Criminal Justice, or related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience working with adolescents and young adults.
• Knowledge of teen dating violence, domestic violence, trauma-informed care, and youth development principles.
• Strong presentation, facilitation, and public speaking skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse populations.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and virtual presentation platforms.

Responsabilidades

• Develop and facilitate age-appropriate workshops, presentations, and educational programs on healthy relationships, teen dating violence, sexual assault prevention, consent and boundaries, digital safety, cyber abuse, bystander intervention, and community resources.
• Deliver presentations in schools, after-school programs, community centers, and youth organizations.
• Deliver awareness, education, and prevention programming to teens and parents/caregivers to support early intervention.
• Create and distribute educational materials, resources, and social media content targeting youth audiences.
• Participate in awareness campaigns and community outreach events.
• Provide referrals to assist youth in accessing community resources, counseling, legal services, healthcare, and other support systems.
• Build and maintain partnerships with schools, law enforcement, social service agencies, healthcare providers, and community organizations.
• Support outreach efforts to underserved and culturally diverse populations.
• Maintain accurate records, program data, and reports; track program outcomes and assist with grant reporting requirements; attend staff meetings and trainings; stay informed on best practices and laws.

Conocimientos

Public speaking

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Adolescents experience

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Social Work or related field

Herramientas

Microsoft Office

Virtual presentation platforms

Descripción del empleo

PT Teen Dating Violence Prevention Educator

YWCA Union County

Elizabeth, NJ 07201 - $28.00 - $28.00 / hour - part time

Job Description

JOB SUMMARY

The "Date Safe" Teen Dating Violence Educator is responsible for providing education and prevention programming for teens affected by dating violence and sexual violence. This position works closely with youth, schools, community organizations, parents, and service providers to promote healthy relationships, increase awareness, and connect young people with resources and support. This is a part-time position requiring 20 hours per week at a rate of $28.00 per hour.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Psychology, Human Services, Education, Public Health, Criminal Justice, or a related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience working with adolescents and young adults.
• Knowledge of teen dating violence, domestic violence, trauma-informed care, and youth development principles.
• Strong presentation, facilitation, and public speaking skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse populations.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and virtual presentation platforms.

Preferred

• Bilingual (English/Spanish) skills.
• Experience in dating and sexual violence prevention education
• Experience working in school or community-based settings.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES

Education & Prevention

• Develop and facilitate age-appropriate workshops, presentations, and educational programs on: Healthy relationships - Teen dating violence and sexual assault prevention/awareness. Consent and boundaries - Digital safety and cyber abuse - Bystander intervention. Resources - Develop school-based community partnerships
• Deliver presentations in schools, after-school programs, community centers, and youth organizations.
• Deliver virtual and in-person awareness, education, and prevention programming to teens and parents/caregivers to support early intervention.
• Create and distribute educational materials, resources, and social media content targeting youth audiences.
• Participate in awareness campaigns and community outreach events.

Advocacy & Support Services

• Provide referrals to assist youth in accessing community resources, counseling, legal services, healthcare, and other support systems.

Community Collaboration

• Build and maintain partnerships with schools, law enforcement, social service agencies, healthcare providers, and community organizations.
• Support outreach efforts to underserved and culturally diverse populations.

Program Administration

• Maintain accurate records, program data, and reports.
• Track program outcomes and assist with grant reporting requirements.
• Attend staff meetings, professional development trainings, and supervision sessions.
• Stay informed on best practices, emerging trends, and laws related to teen dating violence prevention and victim advocacy.
• Maintain confidentiality and uphold all YWCA policies and procedures.
• Engage in self-care practices to reduce the impact of vicarious trauma and compassion fatigue.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisory personnel.

Working Conditions

• Travel to schools, community centers, and partner organizations may be required.
• Some evening and occasional weekend hours may be necessary for events and programming.
• Ability to facilitate presentations both in-person and virtually.

This job description is a broad outline of the responsibilities and duties that will be amended as needed to meet the program priorities of the YWCA Union County and their ensuring work requirements. It should not be construed as a contract.

The Mission of the YWCA-Union County
The YWCA is dedicated to eliminating racism, empowering women, and promoting peace, justice, freedom, and dignity for all.

YWCA Eastern Union County Core Values
Commitment to the mission and working together for the well-being of the community Integrity in relationships, practices, and decisions. Respect for each one's roles, diversity, and viewpoints. Compassion in understanding, attitude, and action. Empowerment to create positive choices, recognize potential, and reach goals. Excellence in practice and expectation.

Non-Discrimination Policy
The YWCA of Eastern Union County is an equal opportunity employer and shall provide equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment. The YWCA of Eastern Union County does not discriminate in providing appropriate services or other assistance based on age, gender, sexual orientation, race, color, national origin, religion, handicap, and/or financial status. (Approved 2002)