Outreach & Education Specialist bei Planned Parenthood of Central & Western New York

Planned Parenthood of Central and Western New York (PPCWNY) protect and provides health care and education that empowers individuals and families. With respect. Without judgment. No matter what.

In support of PPCWNY’s mission, the Outreach and Education Specialist is responsible for understanding and communicating information about a wide range of sexuality, relationship, and reproductive health issues working with a variety of individuals at all age levels. Their primary focus will be in the development and delivery of outreach programs geared towards reproductive health awareness, healthy relationships, and self-empowerment.

Needs Assessment 

• Outreach Education Specialist conducts an assessment to identify needs, presents available options, which could be programs or services, and determines appropriate follow-up

Program Development and Delivery 

• In the area of education, the Outreach Education Specialist identifies designs and presents programs that meet the educational needs of the community: healthy relationships, safe sex, birth control teen pregnancy, etc.
• Delivers evidence-based programs with fidelity to youth in a variety of settings
• Conducts community outreach and education, participates in community events: health fairs, school and college presentations, community organizations, etc.
• Ensure proper documentation is written for client records, annual and funder reports, etc.
•  Helps and/or refers youth to obtain comprehensive family planning services, health services or other essential support services as identified.
• Is aware of annual goals and objectives of the organization and participates in their attainment by focusing on the education and counseling needs of our clients and patients (sensitivity and diversity training, etc.)
• As needed, may develop and present in-service programs to other PPCWNY staff

Committee Participation

• Attends and works on internal organization committees as requested
• Attend community meetings as a representative of the organization, as required

Other Accountability Activities

• Completes required reporting accurately and timely as designated
•  Participates in the annual update of all reference materials used in the Education and Clinic areas (flyers, brochures, referral lists, operation procedure manuals, etc.) to ensure consistency
• Participates in affiliate initiatives
• Participates in programs to ensure that cross training occurs leading to support of the clinic, as needed (pre- and post-HIV counseling)
• Works on other projects assigned
• Shows respect to all internal and external customers for differences in backgrounds, lifestyles, viewpoints and needs.

Education/Experience

• Bachelor's degree in human services, Social Work, Health Education, or a related field preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience or one of the following equivalencies 

1.  4 years relevant work experience or:
2.  Associate’s degree in a related field plus two years’ experience in a community educator role
3. 3 years' work experience in a community educator role and cultural competence with a demographic population
4. 2 years' work experience in a PPCWNY program and cultural competence with a demographic population

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities 

• Ability to facilitate discussion /teach classes to youth in a variety of settings on reproductive health topics such as reproductive anatomy, contraceptive methods, STIs, and HIV/AIDS
• Experience working with youth and demonstrated ability to be inclusive and non-stigmatizing in their role.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, and at various work sites as assigned.
• PC skills needed in Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Must be very organized and able to handle multiple priorities
• Must have excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
• Must have reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license not in jeopardy of being revoked
• Demonstrates a commitment to respecting and learning about the cultural differences, backgrounds, historical traumas, and intersectionality of all colleagues, clients, customers, and vendors
• Planned Parenthood seeks candidates who are proficient in two or more languages

Working Conditions

• Standard office environments at PPCWNY and various client sites, including but not limited to, schools, community centers, and public buildings
• Well-lit/ventilated   

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift 25 pounds with or without accommodation
• Possess sufficient mobility to perform the Essential Functions listed in this Job Description with or without accommodation
• May experience visual fatigue working at computer with potential extended periods of sitting
• Ability to travel to all agency locations assigned