Bilingual Gender Based Violence Education Specialist

Description

SGA provides a wide range of social services in some of Chicago's most challenged and consistently underserved communities and creates long-term and community-wide change. 

· Implement Rights Respect Responsibility curriculum through educational workshops to 15-18 year-olds, 18-25 year olds, and adult caregivers;

· Cultivate an effective and welcoming educational environment;

· Collaborate with Program Coordinator to deliver education modules that incorporate R3 and other curricula along with trauma-informed principles;

· Create forms, handouts and other educational materials that are culturally competent and developmentally appropriate for target client base;

· Acknowledge and incorporate the intersectionality of race and gender inequality into issue-focused lessons;

· Teach skills and promote social norms that inform about and protect against sexual violence;

· Implement curricula that includes medically accurate information referenced in peer-reviewed publications by educational, scientific, governmental, or health organizations;

· Implement curricula and/or strategies with an evidence-based approach to integrate research findings with practical implementation that align with the needs and desired outcomes of the targeted audience of youth;

· Ensure lessons and classroom environment are inclusive and non-stigmatizing towards all participants;

· Collaborate on the development of social media campaigns and pre-recorded community education components;

· Engage in community outreach.

Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

· Provides factual information about Gender-Based Violence and Human Trafficking;

· Provides direct health education and information;

· Documents visits and interactions appropriately;

· Ensures all confidential information is protected; 

· Adheres to all mandates of the GBV program performance standards;

· Collects required data material and reports to Program Coordinator;

· Displays sensitivity and responsiveness to cultural differences present in the service population;

· Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English and Spanish

· Fluent in Spanish

· Minimum of Bachelor’s Degree in Public Health, Social Sciences, or a related field;

· At least two years’ experience working with high-risk youth;

· Professional experience and/or specialization in sexual health;

· Familiarity with Chicago’s communities, especially those on the south side;

· Ability to assess individual/group learning needs and create an environment conducive to learning;

· Knowledge and/or experience in the design and implementation of sexual health and wellness education strategies and events;

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

• Ability to work varying hours Monday - Friday, Schedule may include some evenings and weekends. 
• Must have a valid driver’s license and automobile insurance required for work related travel

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS 

• Must be able to remain stationary 50% of the time.
• Must be able to frequently move inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc. 
• Must be able to transport oneself to and from home visits.
• Occasionally ascends/descends stairs.
• Constantly moves to assist during program activities.
• At times it may be required to lift up to 25 lbs. for various needs. 
• Frequently moves in outdoor weather conditions. 

STATUS:     

FULL-TIME BENEFITS ELIGIBLE

BENEFITS

Eligible employees receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance; employer-paid life insurance; short- and long-term disability coverage; a 403(b) retirement savings plan; paid vacation, sick leave, personal days, and holidays; an Employee Assistance Program; Benefits are provided in accordance with plan documents and organizational policies, and eligibility may vary based on employment status and scheduled hours.

 Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time; this description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions, it does not proscribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.  This job description is subject to change at any time.

An Equal Opportunity Employer