Youth Educator

Reports to: Prevention Education Program Coordinator
Hours: Full Time (40 hours/week) / Non-ExemptWorkplace: Field/Office
Compensation: $28.00 - $31.25 hourly rate + 5% pay differential for bilingual Spanish/English fluency
Benefits: Healthcare, vision and dental, 20 days accrued PTO annually, retirement plan

Youth Educator Job Description:The Prevention Education Program is responsible for providing a variety of preventive and educational presentations to San Mateo County schools, community organizations, and individuals affected by sexual abuse/assault.

The primary responsibilities for this position include but are not limited to the following:

• Provide presentations to various sectors of the community; prioritizing outreach to middle schools, high schools, local community colleges, social service agencies and government agencies involved with youth.
• Provide culturally relevant workshops to youth and other stakeholders.
• Deliver empowerment workshops for at-risk youth who have experienced trauma, with particular focus on those who have been identified as at-risk for Commercial Sexual Exploitation (CSEC).
• Provide training and technical assistance for teachers and school staff who encounter youth victims of violence; conduct outreach to the community to schedule trainings focused on prevention and intervention, including providing on-going counseling services and/or referrals to appropriate agencies.
• Work with partners to bolster and refresh staff and partner agencies’ competencies in working with youth (e.g., techniques to help with relating to and building trusting relationships with youth).
• Collect, maintain, and input accurate information into program database.
• Complete monthly reports including narrative description of the program activities, objectives and goals.
• Answer crisis line calls and meet with walk-in clients during business hours, as needed.
• Provide medical/legal accompaniment services to survivors of sexual assault, as needed.
• Attend bi-weekly team meetings.
• Maintain a positive, professional working relationship with volunteers, clients, the general public, agency staff and community partners at all times.
• Perform administrative and operational tasks such as copying, stocking informational packets, and sharing office coverage (e.g. answering phones).
• Adhere to all RTS personnel policies and protocols.
• Perform other agency responsibilities as needed.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent career experience required.
• 1-3 years of experience providing outreach and education.
• Passion for working with and empowering youth.
• Fluency in Spanish and English desired (not required).
• Strong, dynamic public speaking and training skills.
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills, including ability to listen, clarify, validate, and respectfully challenge.
• Strong organizational skills, ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Excellent writing skills.
• A creative thinker who is able to translate RTS’ mission, vision, and values to a wide array of audiences.
• Self-motivated and a team player. Ability to work in a fast-paced and evolving environment.
• Must bring an eager and open-minded attitude, including the ability to problem solve as needed.
• Must be comfortable working in a small team environment.
• Interest in and commitment to developing or expanding trauma-focused counseling and advocacy skills.
• Must have the ability to establish rapport with diverse groups and individuals.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including some weekend and evening hours to finish projects on time.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PPT), Google Suite and other commonly used applications.
• Valid California driver’s license, insurance, and reliable access to transportation.
• Familiarity with San Mateo County and community resources.

Salary/Benefits:$28.00 - $31.25 hourly rate + 5% pay differential for bilingual Spanish/English fluency, DOE. Benefits package includes 20 days of PTO accrued/year, retirement plan, healthcare, vision and dental.   Application ProcessPlease submit resume or CV and a cover letter via email to careers@rapetraumaservices.org clearly labeled “Attn: Youth Educator – (Your Name)”. In the required cover letter, please address what you believe to be 3 key developmental challenges facing today’s teen. Your cover letter must be succinct and not exceed 1 page. We strongly encourage individuals who can represent one or more underserved populations in San Mateo County (e.g., people of color, people who identify as gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, people with disabilities, immigrants) to apply.   Position open until filled.

RTS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

About Rape Trauma Services:

Rape Trauma Services (RTS) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization founded in 1995 to address the unmet need in San Mateo County for comprehensive services for survivors of sexual violence and other forms of abuse. The mission of RTS is to eliminate all forms of violence, with a special focus on sexual assault and abuse. Informed by our understanding of traumatic experiences and cycles of violence, we facilitate healing and the prevention of violence through the provision of counseling, advocacy, and education. RTS promotes and adopts policies, practices, and social values rooted in fairness, equity, and inclusiveness. We make our services accessible to all residents by minimizing economic and cultural barriers to participation. Services are free and delivered with linguistic and cultural competence. The major service components of RTS include the following: • 24-hour confidential crisis line • Crisis, Short-term, and Long-term Counseling • Individual and Group Counseling • Advocacy & Accompaniment • Prevention Education, Community Outreach and Professional Training

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