The Education Specialist will be responsible for facilitating all the programming to local schools and some community presentations. It is a 40-hour-a-week position and may require some evening, weekend and holiday hours. Salary will be discussed at the time of the interview.

Functions and Responsibilities:  Maintain records as they relate to program services; Develop and coordinate education programs on sexual assault, domestic violence, and the services provided by the organization to the community; Assist in developing and implementing a presentation schedule to community organizations; Present education programs, as needed, to schools; Provide emotional support to adults and children coming from violent homes; Provide intake interviews to establish individual needs; Provide direct counseling; Provide information resources, and referrals to service recipients; Assist in the recruitment and training of new volunteers; Assist in the maintaining of the ETO data base.

Other Tasks: Maintain training hours to meet the required hours by the funders; Perform other tasks within the purview of this position as designated by the Executive Director.

Education and Experience:  Associates Degree required; Bachelor’s Degree in Human Services/Social Work preferred, plus a minimum of two (2) years’ experience or comparable background and experience.

MUST Include a cover letter along with resume. Resumes can be sent to awayout@zitomedia.net

Required Skills/Abilities:  Must be able to work independently; Able to work with the public and have good oral and written communication skills; Must successfully complete 40 hour Sexual Assault Counselor training and 40 hour Domestic Violence Counselor training; Must have a valid PA Driver’s license, access to a vehicle, and be willing to transport victims, if needed; Must have the ability to work flexible hours; Must be able to obtain Act 33 and Act 34 clearances.