Senior Adult Sexuality Educator

Job Description

Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY

The Senior Adult Sexuality Educator is responsible for facilitating educational sexual and reproductive health workshops for English and Spanish speaking adults of all ages and scheduling and providing professional presentations with local partners as well as supporting the operation of program activities. Connects community members to Planned Parenthood of Greater New York’s brick and mortar as well as mobile health centers via appointment making and makes general referrals for other needs as appropriate. Builds and maintains relationships with community leaders and partner organizations. Assists in scheduling and confirming workshops, community outreach and supports supervisor in meeting program goals. Collects input from community residents to assure community involvement in program decision making and direction of outreach and education. This is a full-time position located within New York City and Nassau County and involves travel within the region about 40% of the time.

 

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Program and office support (50%)

• Successful completion of training provided by PPGNY on various sexual and reproductive health issues, outreach, and facilitation skills.
• Schedule and facilitate training for service providers and serve as a member of the Training Institute training team as needed.
• Facilitate workshops throughout NYC and Nassau for English and Spanish speaking adults and other participants solo or with other department staff at various community venues such as Consulates, shelters, colleges and universities, detention centers, etc.
• Serve as a sexual and reproductive health (SRH) trainer and knowledge resource, providing guidance, mentorship, and support to junior staff as needed.
• Prepare materials for workshops, including but not limited to presentations, supply runs and luggage preparation with flyers, educational materials, participant certificates, etc.
• Collect all necessary documentation, including participant demographics and other data, and organize documents for program administration.
• Foster partnerships with local community-based organizations, community leaders, and schools in NYC. This includes attending community coalition meetings and events when required.
• Work as a member of the Equity and Engagement departments and maintain high standards of professionalism. Represent the Departments at selected internal and external meetings, and consortiums.
• Works effectively with volunteers, trainees and other agency personnel.\

Customer Service Responsibilities (10%)

• Assist clients in making appointments to PPGNY centers and/or Mobile Health Center as appropriate; make general referrals for program participants to health and social services as needed.
• Promote and provide referrals to PPGNY’s educational and advocacy programs.

Administrative (20%)

• Review and update workshop scripts and materials in English and Spanish as needed.
• Assist with workshop planning and scheduling, as well as collaborate with other Community Engagement team staff on outreach events, community meetings, and workshops, as scheduled.
• Complete required documentation to track progress in meeting program goals.
• Contribute to internal and external reporting on program activities.
• Assists with other basic administrative duties. This may include filing, organizing supplies, setting up and breaking down special events, etc.

Budgetary/Statistical Support (8%)

• Identify supply needs and provide documentation for program budget spend down in a timely manner

Special Projects (10%)

• Performs other educational and experience related duties or projects as outlined by the Community Engagement and Education & Training department’s annual Operating Plan or as outlined in grants.

Human Resources (2%)

Completes all responsibilities according to established protocols, policies and standard practices in the areas of ADA and regulatory compliance programs such as HIPAA.

CORE COMPETENCIES

• A demonstrated commitment to PPGNY’s mission related to bodily autonomy, health equity, and gender and racial justice
• A demonstrated commitment to learning about and enhancing practices related to racial equity and its impact on healthcare systems.
• Strong relationship building and communication skills, including an ability to work and build trust across cultural differences related to related to race, class, age, gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity, national origin or ability; and to reflect on one’s personal identity with humility

REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES:

• In-depth knowledge of sexual and reproductive health, with the ability to translate complex concepts into accessible, culturally responsive education for diverse adult audiences.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.  Engages community members with warmth, active listening, and cultural humility, demonstrating openness and nonjudgment toward diverse identities, values, and lived experiences.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish required.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or comparable software
• Detail-oriented, with excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Availability to work evenings and weekends, and to travel throughout NYC and Nassau County, as required.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma/GED
• Must have at least one (1) year of related and/or applicable experience and a demonstrated ability to effectively work with adults in targeted communities.
• Two (2) years of experience delivering education and training to adults in community settings

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Have an understanding of the barriers that underserved communities face in accessing sexual and reproductive health care and talking about sexuality.
• Other additional languages/dialects a plus.

TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Requires prolonged sitting and repetitive tasks including use of a computer. Periodic standing, walking, bending. Requires lifting or moving of up to 25 pounds of programming or event materials. Must be able to occasionally walk up and down stairs. Visual acuity sufficient to perform frequent work on a computer screen and review printed reports and other materials. Requires the ability to hear and to communicate orally with others. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and filing cabinets, and will require reaching, grasping, pushing and pulling.

TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

This job operates in a professional office environment. Potential exposure to communicable diseases and other conditions in a health center environment. Requires travel to various indoor and outdoor environments to conduct programming or events. Requires flexible schedule and during peak activity periods work in excess of 7.5 hours per day and/or 37.5 hours per week.

PPGNY's benefits package includes:

Generous PTO and holiday schedule

Medical, dental and vision coverage options for you and eligible dependents

FSA, HSA, Commuter pre-tax reimbursement funds

Short- and Long-Term Disability, Free Basic Life and AD&D

401(k) Retirement Plan with Safe Harbor contributions after 1 year of employment

All positions at PPGNY require:

Proof of immunization or immunity to certain communicable diseases (including influenza during the flu season and Covid-19) and testing for tuberculosis. These certifications are required by the NYC DOHMH Health Code, NYSDOH and OSHA.

Planned Parenthood of Greater New York (PPGNY) is a leading provider, educator, and advocate of sexual and reproductive health care in New York State. PPGNY is proud to provide a wide-range of family planning services at our brick-and-mortar health centers and mobile care units. We care for everyone regardless of their immigration status, zip code or ability to pay. PPGNY’s education and outreach programs are backed by medically accurate, evidence-based information that allows people to make informed decisions about their health and future. As a voice for reproductive freedom, PPGNY supports legislation and policies that ensure all New Yorkers have access to the full range of reproductive health care and education.

At PPGNY, we provide the absolute best care to our patients and our communities through innovative health care delivery and education programming. We care for everyone who walks through our doors regardless of insurance, ability to pay or immigration status. As a leading voice for reproductive freedom, PPGNY fiercely advocates for policies to ensure that all New Yorkers will have access to the full range of reproductive health care services and information.

PPGNY is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We believe we are most impactful when people with a wide range of backgrounds, experiences, and identities come together with common purpose. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.