Fearless! Hudson Valley, Inc.
Community Education Advocate
Fearless! Hudson Valley, Inc., Monticello Village, Virginia, United States
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The Community Education Advocate is primarily responsible for coordinating, designing, and delivering education, outreach, and training programs consistent with the agency’s mission and purpose. This includes supporting agency training for staff, interns & volunteers as well as community training needs and events. When necessary, the Advocate will support the provision of direct services to victims/survivors around needs arising from, but not limited to, interpersonal violence, human trafficking, teen dating violence, sexual violence, and other types of crime victimization.
Who Should Apply
Focused on Continuous Learning & Professional Growth : Seeks out opportunities for training, skill development, and professional growth to enhance effectiveness and impact.
Prioritizes Collaboration & Relationship Building : Builds and maintains positive, productive relationships with colleagues, clients & community partners to enhance service delivery.
Adaptable & Resilient : Demonstrates flexibility and problem‑solving skills; adjusts priorities while maintaining focus on the organization’s mission and client needs.
Culturally Competent & Inclusive : Engages respectfully with individuals from diverse backgrounds and applies culturally responsive practices to ensure equitable access to services.
Effective Communicator : Communicates clearly and empathetically with colleagues, clients & partners in both oral and written formats; listens actively and responds appropriately to build trust and foster connections.
What You’ll Bring Along
Must have a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, international relations, or a related field, or equivalent work experience in providing Direct Crisis Counseling & Advocacy Services.
Must be knowledgeable in Microsoft Office programs and have experience with client‑management software.
Experience creating presentations, facilitating programs, and providing training for large groups.
Valid driver’s license, auto insurance, and reliable transportation to travel between the agency’s office sites and other locations throughout the service region.
Physical demands include, but are not limited to, long periods of sitting, standing, walking, driving, lifting up to 50 pounds, and navigating stairs.
Education, Training & Program Responsibilities
Collaborate with other members of the Education Team and other agency program teams to ensure all educational materials reflect Fearless! values and are informed by in‑house practices and external messaging strategy.
Contact community groups, government agencies, businesses & organizations to organize training, education, and awareness activities within Orange and Sullivan Counties.
Deliver training and education to underserved & marginalized populations.
Position Compensation, Class, & Schedule Reports To:
Prevention, Education & Training Program Manager Classification:
Full‑Time, Non‑exempt Pay Rate:
Hourly, $22.59 – $24.03 Primary Worksite:
Family Justice Center, Newburgh, NY Travel Requirements:
Will be expected to travel between the agency’s office sites and other locations throughout the service region. Work Hours:
Typically 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, with flexibility around evenings, weekends, and holidays. Primarily business hours with evening shifts requiring one holiday per year.
Seniority level Entry level
Employment type Full-time
Job function Other
Industries Civic and Social Organizations
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The Community Education Advocate is primarily responsible for coordinating, designing, and delivering education, outreach, and training programs consistent with the agency’s mission and purpose. This includes supporting agency training for staff, interns & volunteers as well as community training needs and events. When necessary, the Advocate will support the provision of direct services to victims/survivors around needs arising from, but not limited to, interpersonal violence, human trafficking, teen dating violence, sexual violence, and other types of crime victimization.
Who Should Apply
Focused on Continuous Learning & Professional Growth : Seeks out opportunities for training, skill development, and professional growth to enhance effectiveness and impact.
Prioritizes Collaboration & Relationship Building : Builds and maintains positive, productive relationships with colleagues, clients & community partners to enhance service delivery.
Adaptable & Resilient : Demonstrates flexibility and problem‑solving skills; adjusts priorities while maintaining focus on the organization’s mission and client needs.
Culturally Competent & Inclusive : Engages respectfully with individuals from diverse backgrounds and applies culturally responsive practices to ensure equitable access to services.
Effective Communicator : Communicates clearly and empathetically with colleagues, clients & partners in both oral and written formats; listens actively and responds appropriately to build trust and foster connections.
What You’ll Bring Along
Must have a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, international relations, or a related field, or equivalent work experience in providing Direct Crisis Counseling & Advocacy Services.
Must be knowledgeable in Microsoft Office programs and have experience with client‑management software.
Experience creating presentations, facilitating programs, and providing training for large groups.
Valid driver’s license, auto insurance, and reliable transportation to travel between the agency’s office sites and other locations throughout the service region.
Physical demands include, but are not limited to, long periods of sitting, standing, walking, driving, lifting up to 50 pounds, and navigating stairs.
Education, Training & Program Responsibilities
Collaborate with other members of the Education Team and other agency program teams to ensure all educational materials reflect Fearless! values and are informed by in‑house practices and external messaging strategy.
Contact community groups, government agencies, businesses & organizations to organize training, education, and awareness activities within Orange and Sullivan Counties.
Deliver training and education to underserved & marginalized populations.
Position Compensation, Class, & Schedule Reports To:
Prevention, Education & Training Program Manager Classification:
Full‑Time, Non‑exempt Pay Rate:
Hourly, $22.59 – $24.03 Primary Worksite:
Family Justice Center, Newburgh, NY Travel Requirements:
Will be expected to travel between the agency’s office sites and other locations throughout the service region. Work Hours:
Typically 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, with flexibility around evenings, weekends, and holidays. Primarily business hours with evening shifts requiring one holiday per year.
Seniority level Entry level
Employment type Full-time
Job function Other
Industries Civic and Social Organizations
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