Community Educator

The mission of Women Against Abuse (WAA) is to provide quality, compassionate and non-judgmental services in a manner that fosters self-respect and independence in persons experiencing intimate partner violence through advocacy and community education. WAA’s Core Values are Safety, Empowerment, Strength, Hope, Respect, and Integrity and we are committed to a work environment built on honesty, transparency, teamwork, accountability, and a high level of professionalism.

Responsibilities:
Our Community Educators collaborate with staff across our Prevention department and Agency to create and implement strategic community education and professional development workshops (trauma informed DV/IPV and TPV) for youth and adults within the City of Philadelphia area.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Develop and cultivate partnerships to ensure service delivery and expand the reach out DV/IPV and TDV educational initiatives.
• Facilitate trainings and programs to schools, community-based organizations and professionals.
• Assist in the development/enhancement of curricula, as well as related materials and evaluations.
• Provide support, coordinate partner communication, keep training content updated with the most recent research of DV and trauma.
• Ensure accurate collection of data.
• Represent the Agency on committees and in collaborations with other agencies that assist with survivors of DV and TDV, as well as networking and community outreach events.
• Engage in structured discussions and trainings.

All responsibilities are implemented according to our mission and values and according to Agency standards.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Education, field of Human Services or related field, required.
• A minimum of two (2) years with teaching, instructions, classroom management, training, public speaking or related experience/skills, required. Experience with the School District of Philadelphia preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to plan, coordinate, develop and facilitate training sessions or workshops, required.
• Understanding of DV/IPV or related, trauma informed care and youth/adult leaning principles.
• Experience working in human services or related organization, preferred.
• Driver's License & Passing of MVR (motor vehicle report), preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with a diverse population, required. Working in an urban setting with LGBTQ and/or other underserved communities, preferred.
• Demonstrated proficient computer skills - use of Microsoft Office suite software (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, etc.) and experience with client databases and data collection.
• Demonstrated ability to work with minimal supervisor and follow through on assigned projects, working effectively as a team member, required.
• Demonstrated proficiency in comprehensive communication, required.
• Demonstrated proficiency of time management, problem solving and decision making skills.
• Ability to lift/carry moderate to heavy bags and supplies (about 30lbs.), required.
• Bilingual (Spanish/English), required.
• Satisfactorily pass State & FBI criminal & Child Abuse clearances pre-hire; and regular renewals (all expenses paid by WAA)
• Must attend/complete upcoming virtual Domestic Violence Advocate Paid Training (May 20 - June 5)

Current Opening:
Location: Philadelphia, PA Local Travel may be required

• Monday - Friday 40 hours per week, with some evenings and weekends required

We are an equal opportunity employer and are dedicated to promoting diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We strongly encourage candidates of color, LGBTQ communities, veterans, and people with disabilities to apply.