Prevention Advocate

Bilingual or bicultural applicants and individuals with significant experience engaging youth are highly encouraged to apply.

We are committed to building a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

Pay differential of $1,000/year for individuals who are bilingual (Spanish and English).

SUMMARY

Informs and educates communities throughout Kankakee and Iroquois Counties about domestic violence, teen dating violence, early intervention and prevention strategies. Provides education on healthy relationships, identifying healthy emotional regulation, boundaries, and personal safety across the lifespan, including presentations for toddlers and families, grade school students, junior high and high school youth, and college students. Recognizes, responds to, and refers individuals who may be in need of Harbor House services.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Presents prevention and education programs to target groups including schools, universities, youth groups, and family-centered programs within Kankakee and Iroquois Counties. Coordinates trainings and presentations with the Community Advocacy Team.

Develops, markets, and provides prevention and education programs for schools, youth, families, community organizations, special needs groups, and other approved audiences.

Leads trainings on topics such as healthy relationships, emotional regulation, bullying prevention, identifying red and green flags in relationships, recognizing signs of dating violence, how to support a friend experiencing violence, and types of abuse, including digital abuse and cyberbullying.

Engages students and youth in violence prevention and encourages and assists them with youth-led violence prevention education projects amongst their peers.

Establishes, nurtures, and maintains good working relationships with other community agencies/organizations that focus on youth of all ages (school districts, teen groups, etc.).

Collaborates with other agencies/organizations to increase domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking awareness and prevention efforts.

Assists coordination and staffing of informational tables and events utilizing volunteers.

Attends meetings/trainings relative to position as assigned.

Maintains statistics and complete reporting of activities as directed.

Maintains facility, staff, volunteer, and client confidentiality at all times.

Operates within a flexible schedule since presentations may be required during the day or in the evenings.

Remains informed of domestic violence issues; attends in-service trainings.

Performs job responsibilities to maintain an atmosphere of cohesiveness.

Travels throughout Kankakee and Iroquois Counties is required. Mileage is reimbursed.

Must work well independently and be able to execute tasks with minimal supervision.

Other duties as assigned.

Adhere to:

Personnel Policies and Procedures

Communication Guidelines

Mandated Reporter Contract

Confidentiality Contract

Remain informed of domestic violence issues; attend in-service trainings

Performs job responsibilities to maintain an atmosphere of cohesiveness

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year college or university; or at least three years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

BENEFITS

Paid Time Off

SIMPLE IRA

SIMPLE IRA matching

Medical, vision and dental insurance

Professional development and assistance such as paying for initial attempt for the Certified Domestic

Violence Professional exam

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Current Driver's License

Current Vehicle Insurance

40-Hour Domestic Violence Training

Training requested by the Executive Director or supervisor

Certified Domestic Violence Professional within 18 months of hire

REQUIREMENTS

Unless exempted by the Americans with Disabilities Act, all persons hired for this position are required to perform the following essential functions:

Lift up to 50 lbs. on an as-needed basis;

• Perform the basic life operational functions of talking, hearing, vision on a frequent basis;
• Perform repetitive motions (i.e. computer keying and/or dialing phone) on a frequent basis;
• Stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, and crouch on an occasional basis; and
• Sit for long periods of time.

This position requires exposure to the following environmental factors:

• Normal office conditions;
• Exposure to variable noise levels;
• Environment may include possible exposure to communicable illnesses; and
• Traveling in an automobile in various weather conditions.

BACKGROUND CHECKS

This position requires the successful completion of multiple types of background checks. Advancement through the interview process or any offer of employment is contingent upon the results of these checks.

ABOUT HARBOR HOUSE

Harbor House’s mission is to empower individuals, families, and communities through domestic violence programs, advocacy, and prevention. Harbor House is the only domestic violence agency that serves Iroquois and Kankakee Counties. Its comprehensive services include a 24-hour hotline at 815-932-5800, chatline at harborhousedv.org, counseling for adults and youth, support group, emergency shelter, support with the court system, connections to community agencies, prevention and outreach initiatives, and more. To learn more about Harbor House, visit harborhousedv.org.

Harbor House is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $37,925.00 - $53,425.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Why do you want to work as a prevention advocate for Harbor House?

Experience:

• Public speaking: 1 year (Preferred)

Language:

• Spanish (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $37,925 - $53,425