Greetings,

I am pleased to announce that the National Law Enforcement Museum is hiring a part-time Domestic Violence Prevention Specialist.  He/she will have as the focus of his/her work the development of two child-centered, domestic violence- (DV) related programs, as outlined in a Domestic Violence Prevention grant.  He/she will also implement child-centered, domestic violence- (DV) related programs for evaluation purposes, in accordance with identified outcomes and benchmarks.  This is a contract position ending in June 2011.

Primary Areas of Responsibility:
*      Develop two child-centered, DV-related programs that will enable children and their families to deal with conflict situations, teen dating violence, and related issues
*      Incorporate activities to enable families to communicate to promote health and safety
*      Collaborate with staff to support the successful development and implementation of the DV programs
*      Support evaluation processes and use evaluation feedback to revise programs
*      Support the process of submitting quarterly grant reports
*      Communicate with members of the community to expand the Museum's reach and reputation, and promote the programs among social service agencies, non-profit organizations, educators, museums and law enforcement professionals

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
*      Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Education or related field.  Masters degree preferred.  Bilingual English-Spanish speaker preferred
*      Knowledge of the dynamics of domestic violence, and its effects on children
*      Knowledge of teen-dating violence, and related issues
*      Knowledge of child development and ability to develop age-appropriate activities on topics such as recognizing feelings, how to make healthy decisions, and recognizing the attributes of healthy relationships
*      Experience applying education and psychological theory to curriculum development for youth
*      Knowledge of best practices in the presentation of sensitive content to audiences of youth, specifically children, ages 4-12
*      2-5 years experience teaching and facilitating domestic violence, or violence prevention-related activities with diverse audiences
*      Knowledge of education, museum and object-based learning, and informal learning settings
*      Understanding of how to apply social service programs and practice to a museum setting
*      Strong oral, interpersonal and organizational skills required
*      Proficient computer and computer network skills, including Microsoft Office Suite and database management

Working Conditions:

*         Working conditions are normal for an office environment

*         Limited travel may be required

To Apply:
Please email a resume and cover letter outlining how your skills and experience meet the qualifications of the position to [log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]> with the subject line, "DV Prevention Specialist". No telephone inquiries please.


Dean MacLeod
Evaluation & Community Education Specialist
Museum Programs
National Law Enforcement Museum
[log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]>
W:(202) 737-7982

www.lawenforcementmuseum.org<http://www.nationallawenforcementmuseum.org>


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