Part-Time Community Liaison

Employment Type: Part time Shift: Day Shift Description: Per Diem Community Liaison - Prevention Education and Community Engagement Program

Based out of Samaritan Hospital with some travel required

Schedule: Per Diem, as needed, Days

The Community Liaison (Prevention Education) is responsible for coordinating and delivering prevention education programs across schools (elementary, middle, high schools), colleges, and community organizations throughout the Capital Region. This role involves the development of educational curricula, the delivery of training sessions, and collaboration with allied professionals to support crime prevention education initiatives. The Community Liaison will work directly with schools, colleges, and community organizations to reach over 10,000 individuals annually, while maintaining strong partnerships and supporting the agency’s mission to educate and prevent crime victimization. This position offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the community by promoting crime prevention education and supporting the well-being of individuals in the Capital Region.

Education Requirements A bachelor’s degree in psychology, Social Work, Criminal Justice, or a related field is required.

Reliable transportation to travel to various locations for training, meetings, and outreach programs is required.

Sexual Assault Counselor certification by the New York State Department of Health is required to effectively respond to disclosures during or after prevention education programming. (Key Responsibilities Coordinate and Provide Prevention Education o Collaborate with local schools, colleges, and community agencies to ensure the delivery of prevention education services, reaching over 10,000 community members annually. Deliver direct prevention education and training to students and community members.

Work with schools and organizations to ensure comprehensive coverage of prevention topics relevant to their populations.

Track and monitor program success and deliverables, assisting with grant report preparation and ensuring that project goals are met.

Collaborate with External Partners Build and maintain strong working relationships with schools, colleges, and community partners to enhance the delivery of prevention education programs.

Ongoing Professional Development Participate in ongoing training and professional development to enhance knowledge and skills, including the adoption of new curricula and techniques.

Engage in relevant community partnerships, coalitions, and conferences to stay current in the field of crime victim prevention and education.

This position is grant funded and employment is contingent on continuation of grant funding.

Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

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