Job Description
Youth Navigator & Prevention Coordinator
Call to Freedom | Full-Time | Exempt
Department: Outreach | Reports to: Director of Program Development & Occupational Therapy
Summary
The Youth Navigator & Prevention Coordinator supports Call to Freedom’s mission by leading youth-focused human trafficking prevention, training, and community coordination efforts across South Dakota. This role serves as the primary point of contact for youth service providers and community partners, helping ensure coordinated, trauma-informed responses for youth impacted by trafficking.
Why Join Call to Freedom
Call to Freedom is a mission-driven organization committed to survivor-centered, trauma-informed, and culturally responsive care. This role offers meaningful statewide impact, strong collaboration, and the opportunity to shape prevention efforts that protect youth and strengthen communities.
Key Responsibilities
Coordinate youth trafficking prevention, training, and education efforts statewide
Serve as the primary agency contact for youth service providers, schools, and community partners
Develop and deliver trauma-informed prevention and education trainings
Support and coordinate youth community response teams
Provide education and prevention presentations to youth-serving organizations, juvenile justice, and tribal communities
Distribute human trafficking awareness materials
Ensure prevention efforts align with best practices, prevention science, and current research
Identify service gaps and collaborate on solutions to reduce barriers to recovery
Maintain documentation, track training data, and assist with reporting requirements
Facilitate task force meetings, communications, and coordination
Required Education & Experience
Master’s degree in Social Work (MSW) or Public Health (MPH) preferred
Experience working with trauma-impacted or system-involved youth (foster care, juvenile justice, unhoused youth)
Knowledge of South Dakota child welfare systems
Trauma-informed care training preferred
Certified Prevention Specialist (IC&RC) preferred; support provided if needed
Skills & Qualifications
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Confident presenter and relationship builder
Organized, self-directed, flexible, and responsive
Ability to maintain confidentiality and work collaboratively
Valid driver’s license and motor vehicle insurance
Schedule & Environment
Full-time (40+ hours/week) with flexible scheduling
Some evenings and occasional weekend hours required
Community-based work; reasonable accommodations available
How to Apply
If you are passionate about prevention, advocacy, and supporting youth, we encourage you to apply and join our mission to end human trafficking.
Apply today and help create safer futures for youth across South Dakota.
How to Apply
Submit your résumé and cover letter to operations@calltofreedom.org; ganderson@alternativehr.com Applications will be reviewed as received.