Title of Position: Community Outreach Advocate
Work schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Primary Responsibilities:
- Facilitate and organize presentations to educate possible victims of crime, to include schools, youth organizations, and other venues to reach underserved populations
- Conduct presentations at schools and other venues to educate victims of crime
- Manage mandated reporting training requests and conduct the training for agency partners, organizations, companies and individual groups.
- Participate with other programs to organize child abuse prevention month activities and the annual back to school donation drive.
- Community networking to locate organizations, entities, businesses and individuals to collaborate with for training/education and opportunities for donations/resources.
- Responsible for planning, coordinating and executing training, education and community engagement that is held outside of the school year.
- Responsible for presenting training on various programs to include but not limited to Child Safety Matters, Teen Safety Matters, After school Safety, Digital Safety, Bullying Prevention and Parenting.
- Coordinate with internal and external partner’s on training relevant to a multitude of preventive efforts.
Qualifications:
- Level II Background check,-will be subject to employment clearance
- Bachelor level education in Social Work, Child Psychology, Counseling or related field
- 3 years of experience in child and family services and as a trainer/educator is preferred
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Experience working in the community is necessary, preferably in a community organization or similar role
- Must be flexible, as some work on weekends and evenings may be necessary
- Must have current, valid Driver’s license, current automobile insurance
Employment Status: Full Time.
The Community Outreach Advocate is an at-will employee of the ECCAC.
Join Our Team!
We would love for you to become part of our family. Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being and work-life balance, including:
· 16 Paid Holidays annually
· Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) policy
· Health insurance
· Dental insurance
· Vision coverage
· 401(k) plan with employee match
· Life insurance
· Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Be part of a supportive, team-oriented environment where collaboration and shared success are highly valued.
About Us
We seek to heal and prevent the trauma of childhood abuse and neglect by providing advocacy, child-friendly therapies, and a safe environment where kids feel seen, heard, and understood. Every day, our team works to restore lost innocence, provide hope, and make a difference in all the lives we touch.
Our vision is powerful and unwavering: to one-day end child abuse and neglect. We remain an essential part of our community by providing a child-friendly advocacy model, raising awareness, and educating children on how to protect themselves. We believe in creating a better future by healing hearts today.
Our Values
We lead with love, act with courage, and celebrate the moments big and small that matter most.
- Lead with love
- Care with all your senses
- Be brave. Others will follow.
- Focus on the future
- Splash in puddles
- Eat dinner family-style
- Celebrate the little things
- Know your facts
These are not just words: they guide our work, shape our culture, and inspire the way we care for every child and family who walks through our doors.
Why Join Us?
If you are looking for a purpose driven career where your skills directly contribute to healing, protection, and empowerment for children, we want to hear from you. We are seeking passionate, dedicated individuals ready to make an impact and grow with an organization that leads with heart.
To learn more about our mission - https://youtu.be/0hVf3W31zTs
Equal Opportunity Statement
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. ECCAC will employ the Community Outreach Advocate in accordance with all state and federal laws, including but not limited to, Equal Employment Opportunity and the American Disabilities Act laws.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $40,000.00 - $45,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
