Prevention and Education Manager

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Position Overview

Position: Prevention and Education Manager

Location: Aliso Viejo, CA Employment Type: Full-Time | 40 hours per week Schedule: Includes one evening per week and one Saturday per month Department: Prevention & Education Reports To: Chief Program Officer

About Laura's House 💜

At Laura's House, we are dedicated to ending domestic violence through education, support, and empowerment. Since 1994, we have served thousands of individuals and families, helping them build lives free from abuse.

Laura's House fosters a collaborative, compassionate, and innovative culture where employees are empowered to make a meaningful impact.

Is This the Right Opportunity for You?

Are you passionate about empowering youth, educating communities, and creating lasting change?

In this impactful role, you will lead and support prevention and education initiatives that empower individuals and communities through education, awareness, and access to resources. You will provide leadership and direction to the HOPE team, play a key role in delivering our H.E.A.R.T. (Healthy Attitudes and Relationships Today) program, oversee our 40-hour Domestic Violence Advocate Training, and support the development and expansion of other critical prevention initiatives.

This is more than a job, it's an opportunity to transform lives, strengthen communities, and contribute to a future free from domestic violence.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct supervision, guidance, and mentorship to Prevention and Education staff, promoting accountability, collaboration, and professional development.
• Oversee staff schedules, presentations, training assignments, and daily program activities.
• Conduct regular staff check-ins, provide performance feedback, and complete employee evaluations in collaboration with the Chief Program Officer.
• Coordinate and facilitate the onboarding and training of new employees, ensuring a smooth transition from the HR hiring process into the department
• Manage day-to-day program operations, address staffing and operational concerns, and consult with the Chief Program Officer on matters requiring additional guidance or approval.
• Assess staffing needs, program performance, and operational priorities, providing recommendations to the Chief Program Officer.
• Establish clear expectations, delegate responsibilities, and empower staff to take ownership of their assigned roles while maintaining accountability for program outcomes.

Youth Empowerment & Prevention Education

• Oversee the planning, coordination, and delivery of engaging, interactive workshops for youth and adults using the H.E.A.R.T. curriculum and other approved educational materials.
• Ensure educational programming promotes healthy relationships, positive communication, and violence prevention strategies in school and community settings.
• Ensure the delivery of age appropriate, trauma-informed education that empowers individuals to recognize, prevent, and respond to unhealthy relationship dynamics.

Community Engagement & Prevention

• Develop, implement and evaluate strategic education and prevention initiatives in collaboration with cross-functional teams.
• Develop, strengthen, and maintain meaningful relationships with schools, community organizations, and service providers.
• Represent Laura's House at select community events, professional meetings, and collaborative initiatives that support prevention education and strengthen partnerships.
• Identify and pursue opportunities to expand community partnerships, prevention programming, and outreach initiatives.
• Develop relationships with universities and social work programs to support internship opportunities and community-based prevention efforts.

Training & Volunteer Coordination

• Oversee the planning, coordination, and delivery of the 40-hour Domestic Violence Advocate Training, collaborating with guest speakers, internal staff, and community partners.
• Oversee the recruitment, onboarding, placement, and development of volunteers and interns assigned to the program, as appropriate.

Resource Navigation and Community Support

• Promote and ensure the use of trauma-informed, strengths-based approaches to prevention education and community engagement.
• Ensure staff provide appropriate resource information and referrals to individuals who disclose needs during educational activities.
• Ensure appropriate responses to disclosures of domestic violence in accordance with agency policies, safety protocols, and professional boundaries.
• Collaborate with Laura's House programs, schools, and community organizations to strengthen referral pathways and access to services.

Program Development & Administration

• Manage the development, implementation, evaluation, and continuous improvement of prevention and education programs.
• Oversee the development and maintenance of standardized educational curricula and materials to ensure consistency and quality.
• Oversee program data collection, reporting, and performance monitoring to meet grant, contract, and organizational reporting requirements.
• Collaborate across Laura's House programs to identify emerging needs and opportunities for prevention education.
• Work collaboratively with the Chief Program Officer to establish and implement program goals, strategic priorities, and new initiatives.
• Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.
• Monitor program outcomes and identify opportunities to strengthen effectiveness, expand services, and respond to evolving community needs.
• Foster collaboration between HOPE and direct service programs to incorporate emerging client needs and trends into prevention education and outreach strategies.

Education & Experience

• Master's degree in social work (MSW) or a closely related human services field required; MSW strongly preferred. Related fields may include Marriage and Family Therapy, Counseling, Psychology, Public Health, or comparable discipline.
• Experience in public speaking, youth programming, training, or community education is required.
• Demonstrated experience in staff supervision, program management, or team leadership required.
• Completion of the 40-hour Domestic Violence Training is required and may be completed upon hire.

Additional Note: Clinical supervision opportunities may be discussed during the hiring process and will depend on the candidate's qualifications, assigned responsibilities, and applicable licensing requirements.

Skills & Attributes

• Strong public speaking, presentation, and facilitation skills, with the ability to engage diverse audiences.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Confidence in community engagement, relationship-building, and professional networking.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Word and Excel.
• A compassionate, collaborative, and mission-driven approach to working with individuals, families, and communities.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.

Other Requirements

• Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and current auto insurance.
• Availability to work occasional evening and weekend hours, including one evening per week and one Saturday per month.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands of this position include the ability to stand, walk, sit, use hands, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must be able to communicate clearly, both verbally and in writing.

The position may occasionally require lifting and/or moving up to 25 pounds.

Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Why Join Laura's House? 💜

• Make a Meaningful Impact: Contribute to the lives of individuals and families affected by domestic violence.
• Join a Supportive Team: Work alongside passionate professionals who value collaboration, compassion, and innovation.
• Grow Your Career: Access opportunities for professional development while expanding your skills and experience.
• Be Part of a Purpose-Driven Organization: Help advance the mission of a nonprofit committed to violence prevention, education, and advocacy.

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you're ready to bring your passion, expertise, and voice to a mission that matters, we would love to hear from you!

Apply here today!

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This job description reflects the principal functions of the position for the purpose of job evaluation. It is not intended to be a detailed description of all work requirements or to establish exclusive responsibility for every function described.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Laura's House is committed to providing a work environment that is free of discrimination. It is the policy of Laura's House to conduct our relations with employees and applicants for employment based on merit without regard to race (including traits historically associated with race, including, but not limited to, hair texture and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists), color, citizenship status, religion (all aspects of religious beliefs, observance or practice, including religious dress or grooming practices), creed, political affiliation or belief, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, age, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), gender transitioning, physical or mental disability, physical handicap, national origin (including language use restrictions and possession of a driver's license issued under Vehicle Code section 12801.9), marital status, ancestry, medical condition, genetic characteristics, genetic information, military or veteran's status, status as a victim of domestic violence, sexual assault, or stalking, updating personal information based on a lawful change of name, social security number, or federal employment authorization document, Employee's receipt of public assistance (such as Medi-Cal), or any other protected status in accordance with the requirements of all Federal, State and local laws prohibiting discrimination. Company policy also prohibits unlawful discrimination based on the perception that anyone has any of those characteristics or is associated with a person who has or is perceived as having any of those characteristics. Discrimination can also include failing to reasonably accommodate religious practices or qualified individuals with disabilities where the accommodation does not pose an undue hardship.

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