Prevention Coordinator

Coordinates community councils and meetings to share Iris Family Support Center mission and programs offered and coordinate the needs of our PCA counties. Increases awareness and knowledge of child abuse and neglect throughout northern Indiana. Educate and train educators, child-care providers, children, parents, and others on child abuse prevention topics. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS 
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Research and develop curriculum and resources for child abuse prevention education topics.
• Educate the community on child abuse prevention including but not limited to, bullying, internet safety, child abuse and neglect indicators, human trafficking, suicide prevention, and gun safety.
• Track, analyze, and report survey results and data collected from trainings.
• Coordinate and conduct agency tours.
• Develop, coordinate, and execute informational presentations at conferences, speaking engagements, etc.
• Participate in educational fairs, health/safety events, and exhibitions as needed to advertise Iris programs and services.
• Track exposure of agency at area events, speaking engagements, seminars, expo booths, etc.
• Coordinate, track and distribute Iris marketing materials. 
• Promote Iris mission and continuously research and develop ideas to engage community in Iris mission and incorporate into events and public interaction.
• Assist with agency special events and fundraisers.  
• Development of community advisory boards for child abuse and neglect prevention
• Provide referrals and information about Iris programs to the public
• Support Prevention and Intervention programs in the community
• Collaborate with community leaders to create innovative opportunities for program possibilities and prevention services.

OTHER DUTIES 

• Performs other duties as assigned 

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
 

QUALIFICATIONS (CORE COMPETENCIES, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE)

• Communication (Verbal/Written)
• Ethical Practice
• Detail Oriented
• Teamwork
• Self-motivated
• Confidentiality
• Ability to manage several projects at once and meet deadlines.
• Ability to speak in front of small and large groups.
• Ability to operate most standard office equipment.
• Excellent telephone and oral communication skills.
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality.
• Ability to work effectively and build professional relationships with volunteers, other staff members, supporters of Iris and the general public.
• Extensive knowledge of computer software (Microsoft Office Suite), computer hardware, and computer servers.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS 

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear and listen.
• This is largely a sedentary role. Would require the ability to lift files, open filing cabinets and bend or stoop as necessary. 
• This position frequently requires communication with children, teens, and adults and must be able to exchange accurate educational information in these situations. 
• This position requires the ability to occasionally lift tables and chairs, office products, job fair materials and supplies, up to 40 pounds

EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK

• Some flexibility in hours is allowed, but the employee must be available between the "core" work hours of 8a.m. to 5p.m. and must work 40 hours each week to maintain full-time status. 
• Evening and weekend hours may be required.

REQUIRED EDUCATION 

• Bachelor’s degree with three years of job-related experience, preferably in community outreach or public speaking; or any equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge skills and abilities.

PREFERRED EDUCATION  

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Social Work, Marketing, Public Relations or a related field.
• 5 years of job-related experience in prevention, community outreach, public speaking, or teaching

EEO STATEMENT 

• Iris Family Support Center, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer