Provide primary prevention activities and presentations in shelter and outreach arenas with a specific focus on the Gentlemen Against Domestic Violence curriculum. Establish a process of changing the attitudes and beliefs of men and boys with activities designed to actively promote healthy, non-violent relationships. Address the factors that condone intimate partner violence with a consistent and systemic approach.
Requirements & Skills
Bachelors degree in human service or equivalent experience
Experience in domestic violence intervention preferred
Bi-lingual (English/Spanish) preferred
Proficient computer skills
Excellent communication and organizational skills
Demonstrated ability to exercise good judgment
Ability and liking for public speaking
Ability to engage youth
Ability to advocate on behalf of victims
Ability to pass all state and federal background checks and fingerprinting processes associated with the Jessica Lundsford Act
Professional demeanor
Successful completion of Core Competency course
Successful completion of first aid and CPR class
Duties
Provide dynamic and enlightening education on social norms, healthy relationships, and domestic violence prevention for boys and men
Engage boys and men in relevant programming that fosters meaningful conversations and creative explorations about their beliefs, assumptions, and values
Plan and facilitate creative activities, programs, and interactions for youth, men and others that focus on gender stereotypes and differences, boundaries, socialization, and character development
Develop and maintain appropriate and culturally diverse curriculums related to domestic violence for working with boys and men of all ages
Administer pre and post test tools
Establish and maintain relationships with schools, community agencies and faith-based organizations for collaboration purposes and for facilitation of community education in their realms
Be an active member of the Primary Prevention Team
Manage and grow program scope
Demonstrate an understanding of prevention principles
Maintain current knowledge of domestic violence
Provide care, supervision, and a safe environment for all program attendees
Provide counseling and safety planning
Assist with referrals
Maintain documentation and report statistical measurements
Participate in agency staff meetings and trainings
Other duties and tasks as assigned by manager
Ada
Must be physically mobile and able to sit, stand, bend, stoop, and lift 20 pounds. The Shelter for Abused Women & Children complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and support to the Deaf or Hard-of-Hearing in accordance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. The Shelter is an equal opportunity employer. We adhere to a policy of making employment decisions without regard to race, color, age, sex, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, or marital status. We assure you that your opportunity for employment with us depends solely upon your knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Other
Industries
Non-profit Organizations
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