Human Trafficking Prevention Intern

## Human Trafficking Prevention Intership Description
**This program can only accommodate up to 120 hours.**

Position Summary

Higher Ground Youth & Family Services is seeking an engaging, passionate, and professional HTPP Presenter to deliver our Human Trafficking Prevention curriculum at junior high and high schools, as well as other youth-serving organizations across Orange County. The curriculum covers vital topics such as self-esteem, healthy relationships, online safety, grooming, and human trafficking awareness and prevention.

The ideal candidate is a confident public speaker with a commitment to youth empowerment, education, and safety. This position requires comfort with sensitive subject matter and the ability to present clearly and compassionately to diverse groups of students.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Present Higher Ground’s 4-day Human Trafficking Prevention curriculum to classrooms of 6 to 50 students.
• Co-facilitate classroom presentations with a team of trained speakers.
• Facilitate and engage students in small group activities and discussions.
• Refer students to appropriate internal or external resources when needed.
• Attend and participate in mandatory training sessions and ongoing professional development.
• Stay informed on current trends, case studies, and statistics related to human trafficking and youth safety.
• Maintain professionalism and represent Higher Ground’s values in school and community settings.
• Be flexible and responsive to scheduling changes or last-minute school needs.
• Maintain accurate attendance logs and communicate presentation feedback to the Program Coordinator.
• Other duties as assigned.

## Qualifications

Job Skills and Requirements

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent required; college coursework in education, psychology, social work, or a related field preferred.
• Experience in Public Speaking or Youth Education (Recommended addition).
• Knowledge of Human Trafficking prevention concepts (Recommended addition).

Skills and Competencies

• Strong verbal communication and public speaking skills.
• Ability to engage and relate to youth in a culturally responsive and age-appropriate manner.
• Dependable, punctual, and organized.
• Able to adapt to varying group sizes, school environments, and unexpected changes.
• Demonstrates empathy, professionalism, and a nonjudgmental approach to sensitive topics.
• Comfortable working collaboratively with a team of presenters.
• Possess a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation for travel throughout Orange County.

### Physical Requirements

• ### Prolonged periods standing and speaking to classrooms.
• ### Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at times (for transporting materials).