Educator/presenter Bilingual - Joliet, United States - Guardian Angel Community Services

Guardian Angel Community Services

Verified Company

Joliet, United States

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

beBee recruiter

Description

BASIC FUNCTION:
Provide sexual assault prevention education programs for academic institutions, youth groups and community organizations

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Act as a liaison between the Sexual Assault Services Center and the educational system
Develop and maintain contacts within the educational system and the community to promote prevention education
Develop and implement ageappropriate presentations and events focusing on issues related to sexual abuse/assault which include elements of identification, reporting and prevention
Provide supervision and support to volunteers providing prevention services
Provide direct service to victims of sexual abuse/assault
Participate in oncall duties
Represent GACS/Sexual Assault Services Center in academic, community and professional organizations
Submit all reports, oral and written, in an accurate and timely manner to as required by GACS and in accordance with contractual obligations
Structure and oversee volunteer activities related to prevention services
Organize and coordinate volunteers for prevention services
Communicate problems and issues within the Sexual Assault Services Center to the Program Director
Work collaboratively with other agencies
Assist GACS administration in any investigation against conduct that is illegal
Other duties as assigned

NON-ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

Attend staff meetings, allagency and other meetings as assigned

QUALIFICATION:

Bilingual
Spanish
Bachelor's degree in education, social work or a related field or three years experience in the areas of education or social work
Interest in women's issues
Forty (40) hours of ICASA approved sexual assault training
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Good computer skills
Demonstrate sensitivity to the cultural and socioeconomic characteristics of persons served
Ability to exercise discretion and independent judgment
Ability to handle sensitive and confidential materials
Ability to work flexible hours
Valid Illinois driver's license and proof of automobile insurance coverage