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 and voluntary insurance options.

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.
• Provide resources and support to community members and families affected by gun violence.
• 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.
• 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.

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.