Prevention Specialist
About the role
The Prevention Specialist is responsible for the implementation of research-based and effective primary prevention programs and initiatives focused on interpersonal violence (sexual assault, relationship abuse, stalking, and sexual harassment) for UNH-Durham undergraduate and graduate students.
Responsibilities
Delivering remote and in-person prevention and engagement programming to undergraduate and graduate student audiences
Facilitating the SHARPP Center’s primary prevention programming on topics such as consent, bystander intervention, and healthy relationships
Facilitating SHARPP Center outreach and engagement programming, such as SHARPP 101 and SHARPP Jeopardy
Serve as a member of the SHARPP Center Prevention & Engagement team
Support the Assistant Director of Engagement and Prevention with the planning, organizing, and facilitating of engagement efforts, awareness campaigns, and special events
Assist with the planning and co-facilitation of the annual “SHARPP Center Leaders Institute” training summit for new Community Educators
Support coordination of annual volunteer appreciation & recognition events
Attend NHCADSV Prevention Educator monthly meetings to represent the SHARPP Center and receive relevant updates and information regarding expectations for data, reporting, and compliance under relevant grants and program standards
Aid in the updating and submission of the SHARPP Center Rape Prevention Education (RPE) grant worksheets as required by the NHCADSV
Provide remote and in-person advocacy to UNH students, faculty and staff who have experienced interpersonal violence as needed
Participate in the SHARPP Center advocacy coverage rotation, responding to drop-ins, helpline calls, and appointments
Provide accompaniment, transportation, and support for survivors undergoing university disciplinary processes, sexual assault forensic exams, court appearances, and police interviews as needed by clients
Participate in biweekly SHARPP Center case review team meetings led by the Assistant Director of Advocacy
Collect and track data related to direct services provided per grant requirements
Aid the Assistant Director of Advocacy and Survivor Advocate with the training of volunteer Peer Advocates as needed
Requirements
Minimum Acceptable Education & Experience: Bachelor’s degree
2-4 years professional experience working on interpersonal violence prevention or related experience with primary prevention, public health, education, training and curriculum, and/or workshop facilitation
Required Licenses & Certifications: Confidentiality under NH RSA 173:C (30+ hours of training by a New Hampshire Coalition Against Domestic and Sexual Violence crisis center) or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Experience with delivering trainings or facilitating workshops; ability to comfortably educate audiences of various sizes and demographics around complex topics; Strong attention to detail, time management skills, and follow-through; Working knowledge of consent, bystander intervention, and interpersonal violence prevention theories and approaches; Ability to balance multiple projects and priorities while maintaining a positive outlook and working effectively in a collaborative environment; Working knowledge of Microsoft 365, especially PowerPoint, Excel, Teams, and Outlook
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree, preferably in public health, public policy, education, human services, social work, gender studies, recreation administration, or another related field
In-depth knowledge of interpersonal violence, Title IX, Clery Act, primary prevention strategies, the socio-ecological model of public health, and/or power-conscious frameworks
Experience working in a college/university setting
Experience with curriculum development and/or instructional design
Experience designing and updating Learning Management System content (Canvas or equivalent)
Experience supervising or managing students and/or volunteers