Position Status
Open
Site
Florida
NHC Position Type
Health Education
Position Summary
The AmeriCorps member will serve as the Violence Prevention Facilitator for Youth for
elementary, middle, and high school students in community-based after-school programs,
charter schools, and other child-focused venues, as well as the residential shelter, H.A.R.K., and
the One Love initiative. The member will conduct one-on-one assessments and education with
children on emotional regulation and behavioral issues that arise from witnessing or
experiencing domestic violence
Major Duties and Responsibilities
- Engaging in outreach and promoting health education topics and healthcare services
- Collaborating with pre-existing patients and partner organizations
- Facilitating interventions and classes about health issue prevention and management and overall wellness
- Planning and preparing classes
- Keeping and organizing documentation and records
Characteristics of an Ideal Candidate
Self-starter, Organized, Community engagement/outreach skills, Group facilitation skills, Able to communicate effectively with individuals or diverse backgrounds and identities
Knowledge Required for the Position
Knowledge of AmeriCorps/Health Corps member requirements, Skill with Microsoft Office or other software for a variety of data processing operations involving a range of problem solving, record keeping, correspondence, and service tracking options.
Supervision
Member uses initiative in carrying out recurring assignments following set procedures, independently, The supervisor assigns service activities, advises on changes in procedures, and is available for assistance when required
Review
The service activities are reviewed for accuracy through spot checks, through complaints from customers, and through observation of the member at service., The member independently plans and carries out the projects and selects the approaches and methods to be used in solving problems, Completed projects are reviewed very generally to determine that objectives have been met and are in compliance with policies and regulations.
Guidelines
Written and oral guides provide specific instructions for doing service, Detailed guidelines exist, including regulations and directives, handbooks, precedents, industry standards, and files of previous projects
Complexity
The facts or conditions of the service position are clear cut, predictable, and apply directly to the assignment
Special Considerations
Unusual service hours, involving evenings, weekends, or long shifts, Personal vehicle required, Criminal history check requirements beyond those required by National Health Corps
Language Proficiency Requirements
Is proficiency in a language other than English required? No
Requires Personal Vehicle
Yes
Apply to NHC
Site
Hubbard House Outreach Center
Hubbard House Outreach Center
6629 Beach Blvd.
Jacksonville, FL 32216
(904) 400-6300
