Planned Parenthood of Greater New York
Advocacy and Prevention Specialist
Planned Parenthood of Greater New York, Schenectady, New York, United States
POSITION SUMMARY
The Advocacy & Prevention Specialist is responsible for assisting survivors in dealing with the immediate and long‑term impact of victimization, and for working in the community to offer programming intended to prevent sexual violence. The Specialist will also be the designated campus advocate working with student survivors through the Title IX processes, acting as the preferred advisor when requested. In addition to direct services to a caseload of clients, the Specialist is responsible for providing high‑quality prevention education to youth, adults, and professionals to reduce sexual assault and other forms of violence through bystander intervention and increased awareness of resources for survivors of sexual assault and their loved ones. This full‑time, community‑facing position requires public speaking and education skills in school, campus, community, and professional settings, coverage of the Survivor Support Services (SSS) 24/7 hotline including after‑hours on‑call time, and flexibility for evenings, weekends, and travel within the region (~50%).
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES DIRECT SERVICES (50%)
Provide crisis intervention, emotional support, and advocacy services to sexual assault survivors and victims of crime as needed.
Provide medical, criminal justice, and personal accompaniment services when requested.
Provide advocacy services, including campus-specific Title IX advocacy.
Staff the 24‑hour hotline and assist with support groups.
Help develop initial case plans and ongoing advocacy strategies.
Assist in developing or coordinating supportive activities for individuals and groups.
Assist with completing crime victim compensation applications.
EDUCATION & OUTREACH (25%)
Successfully complete facilitator trainings for various SSS curricula.
Facilitate internal and external curricula to youth, adults, and professional audiences with fidelity.
Prepare materials, replenish outreach supplies, and collect evaluation surveys.
Collect demographic and required data from workshop and training participants.
Promote meaningful outreach programs to community members, organizations, parents, and professionals.
Promote SSS through outreach and education at health fairs, schools, and community programs.
Organize education and outreach events on campus in collaboration with campus and community partners.
Stay current on research and engage in ongoing training on bystander intervention, trauma‑informed care, and prevention of sexual assault, dating, intimate partner violence, child sexual abuse, sex trafficking, and digital abuse.
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT (10%)
Develop cooperative working relationships with other agencies, organizations, and campus offices.
Inform key professional groups about available services for crime victims, including sexual assault, interpersonal violence, and homicide.
Plan and prepare exhibits for community events and promote key awareness initiatives, including Sexual Assault Awareness Month.
Support ongoing administration, promotion, and creation of program’s social media platforms.
ADMINISTRATIVE (10%)
Maintain DOH Rape Crisis Counselor/Advocate certification via mandatory continuing education hours.
Keep service data, create reports about funded projects, and meet other project objectives according to grant specifications.
Support the manager in revising and updating workshops as needed.
Conduct regular curriculum review to ensure programs are inclusive, accessible, and accurate.
Maintain case files.
Assist in preparing monthly and quarterly statistical reports.
Provide office coverage as assigned.
Attend staff meetings and assist in program evaluation.
Participate in program planning.
Assist county coordinator in developing and maintaining community‑agency relations.
Perform other duties as assigned within a team‑based work environment.
VOLUNTEER COORDINATION (5%)
Assist in the recruitment, training, and support of volunteer staff.
Assist in coordinating volunteer coverage of the 24‑hour crisis hotline, including evenings and weekends.
Provide assistance and consultation for volunteers as needed.
Participate in volunteer evaluation.
CORE COMPETENCIES
A demonstrated commitment to the organization’s mission related to bodily autonomy, health equity, and gender and racial justice.
A demonstrated commitment to learning about and enhancing practices related to racial equity and its impact on healthcare systems.
Strong relationship building and communication skills, including the ability to work and build trust across cultural differences related to race, class, age, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity, national origin, or ability; and to reflect on one’s personal identity with humility.
Ability to provide compassionate, non‑judgmental, and culturally responsive care across all identities and demonstrate deep accountability to patient experience.
REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES Interpersonal
Superior public speaking and facilitation/teaching skills.
Excellent customer service and communication skills.
Ability to remain focused and calm in stressful situations.
Excellent interpersonal and verbal skills.
Superior oral and written communication skills.
Ability to develop and maintain effective, professional relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
Excellent listening and relationship building skills.
Demonstrated experience engaging the community.
Technical
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Canva, or similar software.
Familiarity with Microsoft Excel.
Familiarity with Client Database.
Comfort using virtual tools for program delivery and community networking.
Work Habits/Attributes
Keen attention to detail.
Excellent organizational skills.
Comfortable and proficient with public speaking and facilitating curricula.
Outstanding time management skills, including the ability to work under deadline.
The ability to produce high quality work in a fast‑paced environment with changing and/or competing priorities.
Ability to exercise sound judgment and independent decision‑making skills.
Ability to produce reliable, high quality work with minimal direct supervision.
Ability to exercise discretion in the handling of confidential information.
Ability to demonstrate and document evidence‑based clinical judgment.
Ability to work a flexible or extended schedule, including evenings and weekends, as operational demands require.
Well‑developed problem‑solving and critical thinking skills.
Commitment to violence prevention, sexual and reproductive health, LGBTQ+ rights and justice, accessibility, and racial equity.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Education, lived experience, and/or professional experience related to advocacy, prevention, and community engagement.
Ability to work cooperatively with different types of personalities.
Ability to work in community, external agencies & organizations.
Flexible schedule necessary: evening and/or weekend work is required.
Keep confidential all client information.
Understand and accept personnel policies.
Follow all safety and security guidelines.
Valid NYS Driver’s License with use of personal vehicle is required.
Ability to travel is required.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Bilingual – Spanish/English.
Knowledge of crisis intervention techniques and case management responsibilities; human behavior and needs at times of crime and crisis; behavioral health, social services, and other community resources; the criminal justice system, NYS Criminal Code, and Rights of victims, police department operations, policies, and procedures.
Experience with working on‑call and operating a hotline.
TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Requires prolonged sitting and repetitive tasks including use of a computer. Periodic standing, walking, bending. Requires lifting or moving up to 25 pounds of programming or event materials. Must be able to occasionally walk up and down stairs. Visual acuity sufficient to perform frequent work on a computer screen and review printed reports and other materials. Requires the ability to hear and to communicate orally with others. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and filing cabinets, and will require reaching, grasping, pushing and pulling.
TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS
This job operates in a professional office environment. Potential exposure to communicable diseases and other conditions in a health center environment.
Requires travel to various indoor and outdoor environments to conduct programming or events.
Requires flexible schedule and during peak activity periods work in excess of 7.5 hours per day and/or 37.5 hours per week.
PPGNY'S BENEFITS PACKAGE INCLUDES
Generous PTO and holiday schedule.
Medical, dental and vision coverage options for you and eligible dependents.
FSA, HSA, 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 of employment.
DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW Planned Parenthood of Greater New York (PPGNY) is a leading provider, educator, and advocate of sexual and reproductive health care in New York State. PPGNY is proud to provide a wide‑range of family planning services at our brick‑and‑mortar health centers and mobile care units. We care for everyone regardless of their immigration status, zip code or ability to pay. PPGNY’s education and outreach programs are backed by medically accurate, evidence‑based information that allows people to make informed decisions about their health and future. As a voice for reproductive freedom, PPGNY supports legislation and policies that ensure all New Yorkers have access to the full range of reproductive health care and education. We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.
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ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES DIRECT SERVICES (50%)
Provide crisis intervention, emotional support, and advocacy services to sexual assault survivors and victims of crime as needed.
Provide medical, criminal justice, and personal accompaniment services when requested.
Provide advocacy services, including campus-specific Title IX advocacy.
Staff the 24‑hour hotline and assist with support groups.
Help develop initial case plans and ongoing advocacy strategies.
Assist in developing or coordinating supportive activities for individuals and groups.
Assist with completing crime victim compensation applications.
EDUCATION & OUTREACH (25%)
Successfully complete facilitator trainings for various SSS curricula.
Facilitate internal and external curricula to youth, adults, and professional audiences with fidelity.
Prepare materials, replenish outreach supplies, and collect evaluation surveys.
Collect demographic and required data from workshop and training participants.
Promote meaningful outreach programs to community members, organizations, parents, and professionals.
Promote SSS through outreach and education at health fairs, schools, and community programs.
Organize education and outreach events on campus in collaboration with campus and community partners.
Stay current on research and engage in ongoing training on bystander intervention, trauma‑informed care, and prevention of sexual assault, dating, intimate partner violence, child sexual abuse, sex trafficking, and digital abuse.
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT (10%)
Develop cooperative working relationships with other agencies, organizations, and campus offices.
Inform key professional groups about available services for crime victims, including sexual assault, interpersonal violence, and homicide.
Plan and prepare exhibits for community events and promote key awareness initiatives, including Sexual Assault Awareness Month.
Support ongoing administration, promotion, and creation of program’s social media platforms.
ADMINISTRATIVE (10%)
Maintain DOH Rape Crisis Counselor/Advocate certification via mandatory continuing education hours.
Keep service data, create reports about funded projects, and meet other project objectives according to grant specifications.
Support the manager in revising and updating workshops as needed.
Conduct regular curriculum review to ensure programs are inclusive, accessible, and accurate.
Maintain case files.
Assist in preparing monthly and quarterly statistical reports.
Provide office coverage as assigned.
Attend staff meetings and assist in program evaluation.
Participate in program planning.
Assist county coordinator in developing and maintaining community‑agency relations.
Perform other duties as assigned within a team‑based work environment.
VOLUNTEER COORDINATION (5%)
Assist in the recruitment, training, and support of volunteer staff.
Assist in coordinating volunteer coverage of the 24‑hour crisis hotline, including evenings and weekends.
Provide assistance and consultation for volunteers as needed.
Participate in volunteer evaluation.
CORE COMPETENCIES
A demonstrated commitment to the organization’s mission related to bodily autonomy, health equity, and gender and racial justice.
A demonstrated commitment to learning about and enhancing practices related to racial equity and its impact on healthcare systems.
Strong relationship building and communication skills, including the ability to work and build trust across cultural differences related to race, class, age, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity, national origin, or ability; and to reflect on one’s personal identity with humility.
Ability to provide compassionate, non‑judgmental, and culturally responsive care across all identities and demonstrate deep accountability to patient experience.
REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES Interpersonal
Superior public speaking and facilitation/teaching skills.
Excellent customer service and communication skills.
Ability to remain focused and calm in stressful situations.
Excellent interpersonal and verbal skills.
Superior oral and written communication skills.
Ability to develop and maintain effective, professional relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
Excellent listening and relationship building skills.
Demonstrated experience engaging the community.
Technical
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Canva, or similar software.
Familiarity with Microsoft Excel.
Familiarity with Client Database.
Comfort using virtual tools for program delivery and community networking.
Work Habits/Attributes
Keen attention to detail.
Excellent organizational skills.
Comfortable and proficient with public speaking and facilitating curricula.
Outstanding time management skills, including the ability to work under deadline.
The ability to produce high quality work in a fast‑paced environment with changing and/or competing priorities.
Ability to exercise sound judgment and independent decision‑making skills.
Ability to produce reliable, high quality work with minimal direct supervision.
Ability to exercise discretion in the handling of confidential information.
Ability to demonstrate and document evidence‑based clinical judgment.
Ability to work a flexible or extended schedule, including evenings and weekends, as operational demands require.
Well‑developed problem‑solving and critical thinking skills.
Commitment to violence prevention, sexual and reproductive health, LGBTQ+ rights and justice, accessibility, and racial equity.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Education, lived experience, and/or professional experience related to advocacy, prevention, and community engagement.
Ability to work cooperatively with different types of personalities.
Ability to work in community, external agencies & organizations.
Flexible schedule necessary: evening and/or weekend work is required.
Keep confidential all client information.
Understand and accept personnel policies.
Follow all safety and security guidelines.
Valid NYS Driver’s License with use of personal vehicle is required.
Ability to travel is required.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Bilingual – Spanish/English.
Knowledge of crisis intervention techniques and case management responsibilities; human behavior and needs at times of crime and crisis; behavioral health, social services, and other community resources; the criminal justice system, NYS Criminal Code, and Rights of victims, police department operations, policies, and procedures.
Experience with working on‑call and operating a hotline.
TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Requires prolonged sitting and repetitive tasks including use of a computer. Periodic standing, walking, bending. Requires lifting or moving up to 25 pounds of programming or event materials. Must be able to occasionally walk up and down stairs. Visual acuity sufficient to perform frequent work on a computer screen and review printed reports and other materials. Requires the ability to hear and to communicate orally with others. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and filing cabinets, and will require reaching, grasping, pushing and pulling.
TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS
This job operates in a professional office environment. Potential exposure to communicable diseases and other conditions in a health center environment.
Requires travel to various indoor and outdoor environments to conduct programming or events.
Requires flexible schedule and during peak activity periods work in excess of 7.5 hours per day and/or 37.5 hours per week.
PPGNY'S BENEFITS PACKAGE INCLUDES
Generous PTO and holiday schedule.
Medical, dental and vision coverage options for you and eligible dependents.
FSA, HSA, 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 of employment.
DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW Planned Parenthood of Greater New York (PPGNY) is a leading provider, educator, and advocate of sexual and reproductive health care in New York State. PPGNY is proud to provide a wide‑range of family planning services at our brick‑and‑mortar health centers and mobile care units. We care for everyone regardless of their immigration status, zip code or ability to pay. PPGNY’s education and outreach programs are backed by medically accurate, evidence‑based information that allows people to make informed decisions about their health and future. As a voice for reproductive freedom, PPGNY supports legislation and policies that ensure all New Yorkers have access to the full range of reproductive health care and education. We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.
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