About the Role
The Community Liaison (Prevention Education) is responsible for coordinating and delivering prevention education programs across schools, colleges, and community organizations. This role involves developing curricula, delivering training, and collaborating with professionals to support crime prevention education initiatives, reaching over 10,000 individuals annually.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate and provide prevention education, collaborating with local schools, colleges, and community agencies.
- Deliver direct prevention education and training to students and community members.
- Work with schools and organizations to ensure comprehensive coverage of prevention topics.
- Track and monitor program success and deliverables, assisting with grant report preparation.
- Build and maintain strong working relationships with schools, colleges, and community partners.
- Facilitate communication and collaboration to ensure effective coordination of services.
- Participate in ongoing training and professional development.
- Engage in relevant community partnerships, coalitions, and conferences.
- Attend staff meetings and contribute to the team’s collective goals.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Supervisor.
Requirements
- A bachelor’s degree in psychology, Social Work, Criminal Justice, or a related field is required.
- A minimum of one year of experience working with crime victims.
- At least one year of public speaking or experience in delivering prevention education.
- Knowledge and understanding of the dynamics of crime victimization is required.
- Reliable transportation to travel to various locations for training, meetings, and outreach programs is required.
- Sexual Assault Counselor certification by the New York State Department of Health is required (agency will provide certification if not currently certified).
Skills
- Prevention education program delivery
- Curriculum development
- Training delivery
- Collaboration with allied professionals
- Public speaking
- Crime victim support
- Community outreach
Location
- Samaritan Hospital
- Capital Region
Work Type
- Part time
- Per Diem
- As needed
- Day Shift
Experience Level
- 1+ year of experience working with crime victims
- 1+ year of public speaking or prevention education delivery experience
Education Level
- Bachelor's degree in psychology, Social Work, Criminal Justice, or a related field
Salary/Compensations
- $22.25-$29.35 per hour
About the Company
- Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care.
Equal Opportunity
- All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
