Community Educator/Outreach Worker

Interested applicants are encourage to submit a resume and cover letter to the attention of:

Deborah Berry-Toon, Executive Director

Project Self-Sufficiency

127 Mill Street

Newton, NJ 07860

Fax: 973-940-3501

Email: pss@projectselfsufficiency.org

Community Educator/Outreach Worker

The Community Educator/Outreach Worker is responsible for outreach and training on a variety of agency programs to organizations, healthcare facilities, schools, and other entities, as well as representation of the agency at community events.

Essential Job Functions:

• Coordinate and conduct various agency educational programs for community professionals, parents, and students;

• Maintain relationships with area schools, childcare centers, and community organizations to support education initiatives;

• Regularly travel locally and work independently in the field;

• Prepare and maintain accurate records of all training and evaluative responses, and create monthly reports;

• Stay current on new research and community issues related to child/family welfare;

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Desired Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university with a focus in education, child development, public health, communication, or social sciences;

• Demonstrable experience providing presentations in a professional setting;

• Cultural competence and an ability to work with diverse populations;

• Fluency in English and Spanish (Preferred);

• Ability to work Monday – Friday, and occasional weekends and evenings;

• Experience in public speaking and training implementation preferred;

• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office 365 (Outlook, Word, Excel, Power Point);

• Compassionate and attentive to details;

• Must also have reliable transportation and possess a valid Driver’s License.

On-site childcare, health benefits, paid vacation and holidays, and 401K Salary commensurate with previous experience, references, and other factors.