Community Educator

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.

What WAA Can Offer You and What You'll Love About WAA
Annual Increases, Years of Service Recognition, EAP, Pay differential for agency observed holidays and declared inclement weather, Medical, Vision, Dental, PTO for Vacation, Personal, Holidays, accrual of Sick Days, & more

The mission of 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

Requirements & Preferred 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 with 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 learning 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 community, required. Working in an urban setting with 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, and 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 30 lbs.), required..
• Bilingual (Spanish/English), required.
• Will be required to attend our Virtual Domestic Violence Advocate Paid Training, post hire (February 17 - March 5).
• Must provide Satisfactory Child Abuse, Criminal and FBI clearances. (Any expenses paid by employer)

Women Against Abuse (WAA), a 501(c)3 nonprofit agency, is among the largest domestic violence agencies in the country and Philadelphia's leading domestic violence advocate and service provider. With over 170 staff, WAA serves two 100+ bed safe havens and 15 transitional housing apartments, legal services, hotline counseling, aftercare community-based services, prevention & education, and advocacy.

Women Against Abuse is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local law". Women Against Abuse’s hiring decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and business needs.