Emergency Preparedness Educator

DEFINITION:

Under general supervision of the Program Manager, the Emergency Preparedness Educator (EPE) provides outreach, community education, and plan and lead creative workshops to the community of Kern County on how to prepare for earthquakes, floods, threat of wildfires, and public health or medical/health disaster/emergency response to support the Listos California education initiative.
Candidates with strong communication and leadership skills are highly desired. This worksite will be located in Bakersfield.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:

The Catholic Charities Diocese of Fresno is a community benefit organization serving families who need food, clothing, housing, and other related support services.

SAMPLE OF DUTIES

No direct supervision of staff is exercised.

• Plans, organizes, and conducts workshops and conferences to promote emergency preparedness awareness, risk reduction, and emergency preparedness measures.
• Determines target populations and identifies specific educational needs by conducting statistical, demographic and socio-cultural surveys and assessments.
• Plans and provides training in disaster education to community members, agency representatives, school personnel, etc.
• Attends training sessions, meetings, conferences, etc., to enhance job knowledge and skills.
• Assist clients in accessing appropriate services by identifying and reducing barriers.
• Conducts focus groups on specific topics/needs assessment as necessary.
• Under the direction of the Development Director, prepare brochures, flyers, posters and other materials for presentation to the public, community agencies, support groups, emergency management professionals, and elected officials; works closely with community members in promoting events and outreach activities.
• ADDITIONAL DUTIES:
• Performs general office work as required, including but not limited to leading the front desk reception area, answering telephone calls, and administrative duties such as but not limited to filing, faxing, etc.

• Helps, as needed, in other Catholic Charities program departments.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:Education: High School graduate or its equivalent.Experience: Competency with basic computer skills.

License: A valid California Class “C” Driver License. Ability to use own transportation for work-related activities. Provide proof of insurance or be insurable.

Other Demonstrated ability to speak, read and write in Spanish and English fluently. Knowledge of vulnerable populations within Kern County.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The physical demands described below are a sample of physical demands that must be met by an incumbent to successfully perform the job duties and responsibilities associated with this position. Reasonable accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act may be made to enable an incumbent with disabilities to perform their job duties and responsibilities.

While performing the job duties and responsibilities of this position, an employee is regularly required to work indoors in an office or conference room setting and occasionally work outdoors in seasonal weather conditions; is required to speak on a one-on-one basis or in a group setting; and to listen to vocal or audio transmissions. Employees are also required to stand, walk, and sit for extended periods of time, consistent with a typical business office operation and social services agency. Employees will also be required to drive an automobile to and from appointments, meetings, and events. Furthermore, employees are expected to operate a variety of business office equipment including personal computers, laptop computers, printers, photo-copy equipment, telephones, and audio-visual equipment. Also, employees may occasionally be required to lift and/or move items weighing up to 40 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include depth perception, color vision, and ability to adjust focus.
CATEGORY OF RISK TO BLOOD AND BODILY FLUIDS:

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NOTE:
THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR RESERVES THE RIGHT TO CHANGE, MODIFY, OR AMEND THIS SPECFICATION/JOB DESCRIPTION AS HE/SHE DEEMS NECESSARY. THERERFORE, THIS DOCUMENT DOES NOT CONSTITUTE AN EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT/CONTRACT NOR DOES IT CHANGE, MODIFY, OR AMEND THE “AT-WILL” POLICY OF THE CCDOF.

THE JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES LISTED IN THIS SPECIFICATION/JOB DESCRIPTION WILL BE REVIEWED WITH THE INCUMBENT AT THE TIME OF APPOINTMENT AND DURING EACH PERFORMANCE APPRAISAL.

Job Types: Full-time, Temporary

Pay: $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $25