Description
The Community Education Specialist (CES) is part of a professional team focused on raising awareness of domestic violence and Hubbard House resources in our community. The CES may contribute to general community education or specialized educational programs, including educating youth, engaging men, training on the intersection of domestic violence and substance use, and related areas.
The CES facilitates curriculum, collaborates with internal and community partners, and attends community engagements. The CES may additionally support the development of community education materials and multi-media assets, evaluative tools, and similar assets.
This position may include evening and Saturday hours to attend community events and facilitate curriculum. This is an in-person position that is not eligible for remote work.
The position requires a clear communicator, both verbal and written, and someone with high standards around work ethic, collaboration, organization, and detail. Experience in Microsoft Office (or equivalent) is required.
Principal Duties
1. Facilitates community education programming and professional trainings on domestic violence and Hubbard House resources in the community.
a. Works collaboratively with the Community Education department to determine opportunities for facilitation and pursues new facilitation opportunities in the community.
b. Facilitates educational engagements.
c. Reviews and revises, as necessary, community education and violence prevention curriculum.
d. Participates in collaborative community meetings.
e. Develops printed and multimedia assets, as designated.
f. Attends community-based events to share information and raise awareness.
g. Contributes content for social media platforms, websites, and related assets, as designated.
2. As designated, contributes to one or more of the following specialized educational programs: facilitating violence prevention programming, with a focus on youth and youth-serving adults, in alignment with Department of Children and Families contract requirements; facilitating the "Not My City" education program to engage men and boys as allies in the prevention of violence against women and girls, in alignment with Office on Violence Against Women contract requirements; facilitating education programming relating to the co-occurrence of domestic violence and substance use/opioid use, in alignment with City of Jacksonville contract requirements.
a. Coordinates contract deliverables and maintains records to ensure compliance with regulating standards, as designated.
b. Attends trainings as designated by various regulating entities and Hubbard House.
3. Ensures accessibility for community members with disabilities, who are Deaf/Hard-of-Hearing, and/or who require translation or interpretation services.
4. Represents Hubbard House in the community while maintaining high professional standards.
5. Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor.
Requirements
A bachelor's degree in education, training, social service work, or a related field is preferred (equivalent experience considered). Two years of experience in facilitating community-based trainings preferred.
Experience in one or more of the following is a plus: sexual assault or domestic violence programs. Must be able to read, write and speak English; bi-lingual capabilities a plus.
A valid driver’s license and dependable transportation are required. Vehicle insurance must be maintained. Must meet eligibility requirements for Hubbard House, Inc. vehicle insurance coverage.
Due to the serious nature of the Hubbard House mission, must successfully clear background screening: 1) a level-2 background screening which includes a criminal background check through the Department of Family and Children (DCF), Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE), and the National Sex Offender Registry (at a minimum); 2) a motor vehicle report (MVR) is also run against the Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV); and 3) a drug, alcohol, and TB screening.. Must be able to produce proof of eligibility to work in the United States (E-Verify).
This is an onsite position.
FULL TIME / NON-EXEMPT
Hubbard House, Inc. follows all federal, state, and local laws.
No phone calls, please.
Skills Required
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (or equivalent)
- Clear verbal and written communication skills
- Strong work ethic, collaboration, organization, and attention to detail
- Ability to work in-person and attend evening and Saturday community events
- Valid driver's license, dependable transportation, and maintained vehicle insurance
- Meet eligibility requirements for Hubbard House vehicle insurance coverage
- Successful completion of level-2 background screening (DCF, FDLE, National Sex Offender Registry), motor vehicle report (MVR), and drug, alcohol, and TB screening
- Proof of eligibility to work in the United States (E-Verify)
- Bachelor's degree in education, training, social service work, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- Two years of experience facilitating community-based trainings
- Experience in sexual assault or domestic violence programs
- Bilingual capabilities
What We Do
Hubbard House is a certified, comprehensive domestic violence center and non-profit organization serving Northeast Florida, including Duval and Baker counties. The agency provides emergency shelter, crisis counseling, and support services to survivors of domestic violence and human trafficking. Its mission is to ensure every relationship is violence-free by providing safety, empowerment, and advocacy for survivors and their children.
