Community Engagement & Training Specialist

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Join us in our mission as a Community Engagement & Training Specialist at Catholic Charities of Herkimer County.

Imagine yourself as part of an organization with a profound commitment to making a positive impact. When you choose Catholic Charities, you step into a world of endless opportunities, where your efforts collectively contribute to a brighter community. We consider it a privilege to make a meaningful difference, and we love what we do. 

 At Catholic Charities hiring decisions are personal. So personal, in fact, that every application is screened by a member of the HR team or a trained hiring manger!

As the Community Engagement & Training Specialist, you will play a pivotal role in individuals' lives, making a significant impact through: 

• Assist with the coordination and delivery of substance misuse prevention programming, including education, awareness activities, and community engagement initiatives.  
  


• Support the development, scheduling, facilitation and evaluation of community presentations, events, workshops, and trainings.   


• Assist with implementing evidence-based and research-informed substance misuse prevention programs. 


• Maintain knowledge of alcohol and substance misuse trends, prevention strategies, family systems, and child development relevant to prevention programming.  


• Participate in ongoing staff development and training to remain current on prevention practices and emerging trends. 

Community Engagement & Training Specialist Minimum Salary: $20.00

Community Engagement & Training Specialist Maximum Salary: $23.00

Community Engagement & Training Specialist Schedule:  Monday – Friday, 8am- 3:30pm *some nights and weekends*

Qualifications: 

• High School Diploma or GED


• 1-3 years of relevant experience

We value work-life balance and offer some stellar benefits: 

• For benefit-eligible positions: 


• Health/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance 


• Retirement planning options 


• Generous Time Off (as an eligible employee, you will accrue up to 23 days off in your first year, based on your standard work day) 


• A diverse and inclusive work environment 


• Employee Assistance Program 


• Employee Discounts (movie tickets, hotels, flights, amusement parks, etc.) 


• Exciting referral bonuses 


• Ongoing training and development 


• Recognition and Awards 


• Career Growth 


• A collaborative team culture 

Catholic Charities is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, fostering a workplace where every individual can shine their brightest. 

Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Law:

Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) 

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Know Your Rights 

Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA)