Outreach Specialist

Employment Type: Full TimernFLSA Status: Non-ExemptrnCompensation: Min. $18.60/hour - Max. $23.81/hourrnApplication Deadline: Open Until Filledrn rnMISSION STATEMENT:rnJoin Kings Community Action Organization (KCAO) and make a difference in Kings County, CA as an Outreach Specialist KCAO envisions a future where all people in Kings County are able to live with dignity, have access to available resources and have the opportunity, motivation and ability to live economically productive and satisfying lives.rnOur Mission: Working as a team, KCAO will seek and provide programs that develop self-sufficiency in individuals, families, and communities within Kings County.rnOur Vision: Kings County residents and communities will achieve self-sufficiency through the high quality and client-focused programs of KCAO.rnWe are a private nonprofit helping people and changing lives in Kings County since 1965. Do you see yourself as part of our team of passionate, committed, and caring people?rn rnJOB SUMMARY:rnThe Outreach Specialist is responsible for conducting community education presentations to community groups and organizations regarding sexual assault. Will also facilitate the 40 Hour Sexual Assault Certification Training for the Cal OES Rape Crisis Program.rn rnDUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:rnrnSchedule, conduct and evaluate:rnrnRape and sexual assault awareness events.rnWorkshops/community education presentations.rnSelf-defense workshops and seminars to service clubs, churches, schools, businesses, and community groups to raise awareness in the community.rn40 hour Sexual Assault Certification.rnrnrnMaintain awareness of special community events, recreational or cultural resources of other activities that may provide exposure to departmental and agency services.rnDevelop and distribute education and outreach materials such as newsletter, information flyers, brochures and cards to community agencies and businesses.rnDevelop education & outreach events to occur during Sexual Assault Awareness MonthrnProvide crisis intervention services to sexual assault victims as well as to family and friends of that individual.rnProvide short-term peer counseling to victims of sexual assault victims as well as to family and friends of that individual.rnResponsible for referring individuals to appropriate community resources for additional assistance and counseling.rnDocument follow-up/advocacy/ accompaniment services provided to sexual assault survivors and their significant others.rnMaintain records and files and complete necessary paperwork.rnSubmit regular monthly reports.rnAttend all necessary meetings, conferences and workshops as required.rnOther responsibilities as assigned.rnrn rnEDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:rnrnMinimum Bachelor\'s Degree in social services rnrnANDrnrn two years relevant paid or volunteer work experience (i.e.: AmeriCorps volunteer, college intern).rnrn rnOTHER REQUIREMENTS:rnrnTravel and attend out of area meetings and conferences as required per the funding source(s).rnWork variable hours and days, including those outside regular Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. business hours.rnMeet and maintain KCAO hiring requirements which include:rnrnCriminal Record Clearance including California DOJ, FBI and Child Abuse Centralized Index (CACI).rnReliable, insured transportation and valid California Driver License.rnMotor Vehicle Report (MVR) acceptable to KCAO\'s vehicle insurer.rnHealth examination with tuberculin clearance.rnrnrnAbility to be contacted outside of regularly scheduled work hours in case of emergency.rnrn rnKCAO is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free WorkplacernKCAO participates in the E-Verify program that electronically confirms an employee\'s authorization to work in the United States that complies with the I-9 form.