Prevention Education Specialist

Job Location:

Austin, TX 78724. Position Type:
Full Time. Salary Range: $61,000.00 - $65,000.00. Center for Child Protection.

Job Title:

Prevention Education Specialist

The Prevention Education Specialist is a key member of the Education Team, responsible for delivering impactful parent & caregiver workshops, professional trainings, and trauma-informed educational programming across Travis County. These interactive sessions focus on child abuse identification, prevention, and trauma awareness, equipping parents, caregivers, educators, child-serving professionals, and community members with practical knowledge and tools to protect and support children. This role coordinates and facilitates Center-developed prevention and education programs, while cultivating strong community partnerships through ongoing outreach to schools, organizations, and parent groups.

The Prevention Education Specialist plays a vital role in advancing the Center’s mission by increasing awareness, strengthening prevention efforts, and promoting child safety throughout the community. The successful candidate must be bilingual (English/Spanish) and be able to communicate effectively with diverse populations.

• Bilingual in English and Spanish (spoken and written) required
• 2-4 years of experience delivering professional presentations, with demonstrated strong public speaking skills
• 3-5 years of experience working with children and families in high‑risk environments
• Experience working with families and child victims of sexual and/or physical abuse, including involvement in child protection, crisis support, or counseling services, preferred
• Licensed Social Worker or School Counselor preferred
• Strong knowledge of child abuse and neglect, including signs and symptoms, reporting requirements, and intervention systems
• Strong understanding of child abuse prevention, trauma, and child development
• Demonstrated passion for and commitment to child abuse prevention and child protection
• Reliable transportation required; availability to work weekends and evenings as needed

• Coordinate and conduct educational workshops and trainings for parents and caregivers, professionals, students, and community members on the prevention, identification, and reporting of child abuse and neglect
• Facilitate and adapt programming for diverse audiences of varying sizes, backgrounds, ages, and abilities
• Represent the Center and present at community events, as requested
• Conduct Center tours for stakeholders and community members

• Build and maintain collaborative relationships with staff, volunteers, and community partners
• Cultivate ongoing relationships with schools, childcare centers, and community organizations to expand prevention education and child protection efforts
• Network within the community to identify outreach opportunities and strengthen service impact

• Develop, update and prepare educational materials for outreach and educational training
• Assist in coordinating and executing multidisciplinary trainings for Child Protection Team members and Center staff
• Ensure training content aligns with current best practices in prevention, trauma, and child development

• Support strategic planning efforts by reviewing program effectiveness, identifying service gaps, and contributing to future program development
• Collaborate with the Director of Outreach and Education to achieve departmental goals and initiatives

• Maintain accurate records of all trainings, attendance, and evaluation data
• Track participation through evaluations and data collection for required staff trainings
• Ensure compliance with agency, licensing and regulatory requirements

• Participate in continuing education related to child abuse prevention, trauma, and child development
• Stay up to date on relevant research, legislation, and emerging trends in child and family welfare
• Maintain a comprehensive understanding of the Children’s Advocacy Center model, including mission, vision and core values

• Maintain active professional licensure through required continuing education and timely renewal
• Report any changes in licensure status or investigations to supervisor in accordance with policy

• Demonstrate professionalism, adaptability, critical thinking and commitment to teamwork
• Provide direct service support for forensic, therapy and medical cases, as needed
• Attend monthly staff meetings, supervision with the Director of Outreach and Education, and assigned community meetings
• Travel regularly and work independently in community and field‑based settings
• Perform other duties as assigned

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