Community Outreach and Education Project Director - The Retreat

What's the difference between a job and a rewarding profession?

One is simply a means to an end; the other provides meaningful work with a sense of purpose and belonging.

At The Retreat, we believe the work we do is meaningful and rewarding. We are committed to ending intimate partner violence in our community by providing no-fee counseling, legal services, shelter, and education programs to anyone experiencing abuse or sexual assault.

The Retreat offers an excellent benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and a generous paid time off policy. Our uniquely structured benefits package means little or no cost to the employee.

Abuse in Later Life (ALL) Project Director - Monday through Friday - 8:30 to 4:30 with occasional evenings and weekends for a total of 35 hours per week. Based in Riverhead, NY - hybrid schedule with travel to Hauppauge and/or East Hampton, NY offices as needed.

Responsible for directing, teaching and implementing The Retreat's Abuse in Later Life (ALL) OVW Program. Work directly with all subgrantees/committed partners and cross-trainee organizations (including those that have signed Letters of Commitment to receive training) regarding training schedules. Perform program planning, coordination, operation and service delivery across Suffolk County.

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE

• Perform program planning, coordination, operation and service delivery across Suffolk County.
• Ensure compliance with program requirements and will serve as the central point of contact for all program activities.
• Attend OVW required trainings which often require multiple days of travel, including but not limited to the New Grantee Orientation, and the Direct Service TOT Training.
• Coordinate required OVW training information with all subgrantees on the project.
• Ensure consistent relationship with the subgrantees and adherence to grant guidelines.
• Lead the initial Needs Assessment and development of a Strategic Plan among the Coordinated Community Response (CCR) members.
• Spearhead the initial planning activities in the first 12-18 months of award (securing OVW approval to move into the implementation phase.
• Facilitate CCR meetings in accordance with project deliverables and program implementation.
• Participate in trainings, management, and all staff meetings.
• Maintain records of all activities completed.
• Prepare monthly/quarterly/annual outcome reports.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum of a Master's degree with 3-5 years of education and/or community outreach experience preferred. Social work or public health background a plus.
• Must be able to carry and set up tables and boxes of materials for special events.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Comfort and ability to provide education through group workshops and one-on­ one meetings.
• Comfort working with community partners and addressing topics of Elder Abuse and Care.
• Ability to maintain a trauma-informed and caring approach to connecting with Coordinated Community Response participants.
• Understanding of sexual assault, domestic violence, dating violence and/or stalking; with willingness to continue building knowledge in the field.
• Ability to utilize social media for outreach and communication purposes.
• Ability to work nights periodically and weekends, as needed.

Other requirements:

• Must have a valid New York State Driver's License (required)
• Fingerprint clearance required

THE RETREAT, INC. IS COMMITTED TO A POLICY OF EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY AND WILL NOT DISCRIMINATE AGAINST AN APPLICANT OR EMPLOYEE BASED ON RACE, CREED, COLOR, NATIONAL ORIGIN, SEX, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, MILITARY STATUS, VETERAN STATUS, AGE, MARITAL STATUS, DOMESTIC VIOLENCE VICTIM STATUS, DISABILITY, PREGNANCY-RELATED CONDITION, GENDER IDENTITY, RELIGION, GENETIC PREDISPOSITION, FAMILIAL STATUS, ANCESTRY, PRIOR ARREST OR CONVICTION RECORD OR ANY OTHER PROTECTED CATEGORY UNDER APPLICABLE LAW.

Candidates must pass SCR, SEL, and OCFS Fingerprint background checks before hire.