Prevention Education Specialist SAVS-RCC (VAP)
Application Deadline: December 12, 2024 ----- Location: Irvine, California, United States
PREVENTION EDUCATION SPECIALIST (Sexual Assault Victim Services - RCC)
Victim Assistance Programs – Irvine. F/T, Monday - Friday, 8 am - 5 pm.
Responsibilities Include:
- Research, develop, and conduct presentations and trainings on sexual assault prevention and various related topics, with a focus on bystander interventions to promote healthy social norms for at risk youth.
- Provides on-going education and workshops throughout the community with a focus on local high-schools, college and university schools or other audiences upon request.
- Participate in outreach and community organizing, preparing and distributing current handouts, social media content and materials for prevention education program.
- Work in conjunction with the prevention team to support the OC Rape Crisis Center.
- Assists with special projects as needed to support the program’s clients, volunteers and staff.
Requirements Include:
- Bachelor's Degree in behavioral science, criminal justice, or related field.
- 1-3 years of related experience in educational presentations or public speaking experience and/or training is a plus.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, interpersonal skills, and organizational skills.
- Ability to demonstrate sensitivity to the cultural/ethnic diversity of the service population and to be sensitive to the needs of special populations.
- Valid California driver's license, liability insurance meeting minimum state requirements, and a satisfactory driving record.
- Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.
Starting pay range: $21.38 - $23.52 per hour
Waymakers is a "Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) qualified employer."
Equal Opportunity Employer
Waymakers is an equal opportunity employer who is committed to and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding recruitment and hiring. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state and/or local laws.
