Outreach & Education Specialist

Outreach & Education Specialist

Buffalo, NY

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.

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

• 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.
• Ensures proper documentation is written for client records, annual and funder reports, etc.
• Aids 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

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

• 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 as assigned

Applicants must possess the following qualifications (or equivalent combination of education and 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:

• 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)
• Planned Parenthood seeks candidates who are proficient in two or more languages
• A commitment to Planned Parenthood of Central and Western NY (PPCWNY)’s mission, vision and values along with a commitment to providing services to a diverse range of clients and to the goals of PPCWNY is essential

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