Gun Violence Prevention Educator

About the role

The Salvation Army’s Springfield Corps. is hiring a Gun Violence Prevention Educator. This role offers a generous benefit package to part-time employees, including a company-funded pension plan, voluntary term life & AD&D benefits, and AFLAC insurance.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement educational programs focused on gun violence prevention, including gun safety, conflict resolution, and emotional regulation strategies.
• Create curriculum and training materials tailored to different age groups and community demographics.
• Lead and facilitate workshops, seminars, and outreach activities to raise awareness and educate youth about the risks of gun violence.
• Establish and maintain relationships with local schools, community organizations, and other stakeholders to promote gun violence prevention initiatives.
• Organize and participate in community events, forums, and discussions to increase awareness and build partnerships.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of gun violence prevention programs.
• Collect data through surveys, focus groups, and feedback to assess program outcomes and community impact.
• Prepare and submit regular reports on program progress, community engagement, and educational outcomes.
• Represent the organization at local government meetings, community gatherings, and other public forums to advocate for policies that reduce gun violence.
• Engage in public speaking opportunities to educate diverse audiences about the importance of gun violence prevention.
• Collaborate with law enforcement agencies, local officials, and other partners to support gun violence prevention strategies and policies.
• Work closely with mental health professionals and social service agencies to address the root causes of violence and offer support to those impacted.
• Develop and distribute educational materials, such as pamphlets, posters, and digital content, to inform the community about gun violence prevention measures.
• Provide training to school staff, parents, and other community leaders on identifying warning signs of violence and how to respond effectively.
• Assist in the coordination of crisis intervention services for individuals or families impacted by gun violence.
• Offer guidance and resources to those who have experienced gun violence to help them heal and rebuild.

Qualifications

• Education Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in education, social work, public health, criminal justice, or a related field (Master's degree preferred) or 10 years’ experience.
• Certification in violence prevention or conflict resolution.
• Proven experience in community outreach, violence prevention, or education, with a focus on gun violence or related areas.
• Experience in program development, evaluation, and reporting.
• Experience working with youth, families, or marginalized communities.
• Strong understanding of gun violence issues, prevention strategies, and relevant laws and policies.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage diverse audiences.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with strong organizational and time management skills.
• Passionate about community education, social justice, and reducing violence.
• Bilingual or multilingual proficiency.
• Knowledge of local gun violence data, trends, and community resources.

Physical Requirements

• Sit, walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel, and twist on an intermittent or occasional continuous basis.
• Grasp, push, pull objects such as reference materials, files, file cabinet drawers, and reach overhead.
• Ability to load and to change settings, devices, fixtures, on various equipment used in and around an office environment.
• Operate telephone and other electronic communication devices.
• Operate various other office equipment including personal computers, copiers, fax machines, and scanning equipment.
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. occasionally.
• Ability to travel throughout the Division.
• Ability to be creative, original, intuitive, and perceptive.
• Ability to think logically and critically.
• Ability to envision a project from beginning to end.
• Ability to solve complex problems, make appropriate judgments and decisions.