Advocacy & Prevention Specialist (Spanish Speaking) at Planned Parenthood of Greater New York | Johnstown, NY, US | Rezi

Advocacy & Prevention Specialist (Spanish Speaking) at Planned Parenthood of Greater New York

Advocacy & Prevention Specialist (Spanish Speaking)

Planned Parenthood of Greater New York · Johnstown, NY, US

6 days ago

Advocacy & Prevention Specialist (Spanish Speaking)

Planned Parenthood of Greater New York · Johnstown, NY, US

6 days ago
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About the Role

The Advocacy & Prevention Specialist (APS) assists survivors with the impact of victimization and facilitates programming to prevent sexual violence. The APS acts as a campus advocate for students navigating Title IX processes and provides prevention education to reduce sexual assault and increase awareness of resources. This role requires public speaking, flexibility for evenings/weekends, and involves travel within the region.

Responsibilities

  • Provide direct services in both English and Spanish.
  • Provide crisis intervention, emotional support and advocacy services to sexual assault survivors and victims of crime.
  • Provide medical, criminal justice, and personal accompaniment services.
  • Provide advocacy services, including campus-specific advocacy through Title IX processes.
  • Staff the 24-hour hotline and assist with support groups.
  • Develop initial case plans and ongoing advocacy strategies.
  • Develop and/or coordinate supportive activities for individuals and groups.
  • Assist in completing crime victim compensation applications.
  • Provide education & outreach in both English and Spanish.
  • Complete facilitator trainings for various curricula.
  • Facilitate internally and externally developed curricula to various audiences.
  • Prepare materials, including outreach supplies, handouts, and evaluation surveys.
  • Collect demographic and required data from workshop and training participants.
  • Promote and engage in 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 partners.
  • Stay current on research and participate in ongoing training opportunities related to violence prevention.
  • Develop cooperative working relationships with other agencies, organizations, and campus offices.
  • Inform key professional groups about available services for crime victims.
  • Plan and prepare exhibits for community events and assist in planning awareness initiatives.
  • Support administration, promotion, and creation of program's social media platforms.
  • Maintain DOH Rape Crisis Counselor/Advocate certification.
  • Keep service data, create reports about funded projects, and meet grant objectives.
  • Support the manager in revising and updating workshops.
  • Conduct regular curricula review.
  • Maintain case files.
  • Assist in preparing monthly & 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.
  • Assist in the recruitment, training and support of volunteer staff.
  • Assist in the coordination of volunteer coverage of 24-hour Crisis Hotline.
  • Provide assistance and consultation for volunteers.
  • Participate in volunteer evaluation.

Requirements

  • Proficiency in both English and Spanish.
  • 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 PPGNY’s Personnel Policies.
  • Follows all safety and security guidelines.
  • Valid NYS Driver’s License with use of personal vehicle is required.
  • Ability to travel is required.
  • Knowledge of crisis intervention techniques and case management responsibilities.
  • Knowledge of human behavior and needs at times of crime and crisis.
  • Knowledge of behavioral health, social services, and other community resources.
  • Knowledge of the criminal justice system, NYS Criminal Code, and Rights of victims.
  • Knowledge of police department operations, policies, and procedures.
  • Experience with working on-call and operating a hotline.

Skills

  • Proficiency in both English and Spanish
  • 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 team
  • Excellent listening and relationship building skills
  • Demonstrated experience engaging the community
  • 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
  • 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
  • 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
  • Demonstrated commitment to PPGNY’s mission related to bodily autonomy, health equity, and gender and racial justice
  • 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 an ability to work and build trust across cultural differences.
  • Ability to provide compassionate, non-judgmental and culturally responsive care.
  • Ability to reflect on one’s personal identity with humility.
  • Demonstrates deep sense of accountability to patient experience.

Location

  • New York State

Work Type

  • Full-time
  • Community-facing
  • Onsite
  • Travel required

Experience Level

  • Entry level

Education Level

  • High School Diploma or GED

Salary/Compensations

  • $24.10 - $26.10 an hour

Benefits

  • 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
  • Proof of immunization or immunity to certain communicable diseases (including influenza during the flu season and Covid-19) and testing for tuberculosis.

About the Company

  • 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 provides 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.
  • At PPGNY, we provide the absolute best care to our patients and our communities through innovative health care delivery and education programming.
  • We care for everyone who walks through our doors regardless of insurance, ability to pay or immigration status.
  • As a leading voice for reproductive freedom, PPGNY fiercely advocates for policies to ensure that all New Yorkers will have access to the full range of reproductive health care services and information.
  • PPGNY is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
  • We believe we are most impactful when people with a wide range of backgrounds, experiences, and identities come together with common purpose.
  • We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

Equal Opportunity

  • PPGNY is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
  • We believe we are most impactful when people with a wide range of backgrounds, experiences, and identities come together with common purpose.
  • We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.