Prevention Specialist

About the Role

The Prevention Specialist is responsible for facilitating programming intended to prevent sexual violence and assisting survivors in dealing with the immediate and long-term impact of victimization across Survivor Support Services’ 9-county geographic reach in PPGNY Region 2. This full-time, community-facing position involves travel within the region about 65% of the time and requires flexibility in work schedule, including some evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Education & Outreach (60%):
  • Provide education and outreach to communities served by SSS.
  • Successfully complete facilitator trainings for various curricula.
  • Facilitate curricula to youth, adult, and professional audiences.
  • Prepare materials, collect demographic data, and promote outreach programs.
  • Organize education and outreach events, stay current on research, and participate in training opportunities.
• Community Engagement (15%):
  • Develop cooperative working relationships with agencies and organizations.
  • Inform professional groups about available services for crime victims.
  • Plan exhibits, promote awareness initiatives, and support social media platforms.
• Direct Services (10%):
  • Provide crisis intervention, emotional support, and advocacy services.
  • Offer medical, criminal justice, and personal accompaniment services.
  • Staff the 24-hour hotline and assist with support groups.
• Administrative (10%):
  • Maintain DOH Rape Crisis Counselor/Advocate certification.
  • Keep service data, create reports, and meet grant objectives.
  • Maintain case files, prepare statistical reports, and assist in program evaluation.
• Volunteer Coordination (5%):
  • Assist in recruiting, training, and supporting volunteers.
  • Coordinate volunteer coverage of the 24-hour Crisis Hotline.
  • Provide assistance and consultation to volunteers.

Qualifications

• Education, lived experience, and/or professional experience related to advocacy, prevention, and community engagement.
• Ability to work cooperatively with diverse personalities and in community settings.
• Flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends.
• Valid NYS Driver’s License and ability to travel.

Skills

• Interpersonal: Superior public speaking, facilitation, and communication skills.
• Technical: Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Canva, and virtual tools.
• Work Habits: Attention to detail, excellent organizational and time management skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bilingual (Spanish/English).
• Knowledge of crisis intervention techniques and case management.
• Experience with on-call work and operating a hotline.

Physical Demands

Prolonged sitting, repetitive tasks, occasional lifting up to 25 pounds, and ability to travel to various environments.

Working Conditions

Professional office environment with travel to indoor and outdoor locations. Flexible schedule, including work beyond standard hours during peak periods.

Benefits

• Generous PTO and holiday schedule.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• FSA, HSA, and commuter pre-tax reimbursement funds.
• Short- and Long-Term Disability, Free Basic Life and AD&D.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Safe Harbor contributions after 1 year.