The Hague Institute for Innovation of Law
Outreach Worker Supervisor
The Hague Institute for Innovation of Law, Brooklyn, New York, United States, 11201
Neighbors In Action Outreach Worker Supervisor
Neighbors in Action, formerly known as the Crown Heights Community Mediation Center operates out of a storefront since the summer of 1998, and provides anti-violence programs, youth programs, and resource links to community residents. Its mission is to encourage communication and understanding, prevent future conflicts, and help foster stronger, healthier neighborhoods. Neighbors in Action (NIA) seeks an Outreach Worker Supervisor. Reporting to the S.O.S. Program Manager, the Outreach Worker Supervisor oversees the Crown Heights Outreach Workers. S.O.S. Crown Heights is a replication of the Cure Violence program, a gun violence prevention model that aims to reduce and prevent shootings through the use of public health strategies. The Outreach Worker Supervisor will work individually and as part of a team to prevent neighborhood shootings and killings. They provide conflict mediation services and provide direction to the team. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Work closely with the Program Manager to plan the day-to-day and week-to-week activities with and for the outreach staff; Have daily communication with each member of the outreach team; Meet weekly at a regularly scheduled time for supervision sessions with each team member; Lead the outreach workers and collaborate with the Program Manager in researching causes of shootings/killings and assist in mediating underlying conflicts and prevent retaliations between individuals and groups; Identify and build relationships with individuals who are at high risk of involvement in shootings and killings to help them rethink their attitudes and beliefs about violence and redirect their lives in more positive directions; Maintain a small caseload of five participants; Create and monitor a risk reduction plan with each participant; Plan, prepare, attend and help to facilitate participant events including violence prevention and life skills workshops in local schools, parks, and community-based organizations; Lead outreach workers in identifying and cooling "hot spots" for shootings and violence (e.g., conducting eyeball surveys with residents and community-based organizations to identify areas frequented by high risk individuals); Conduct outreach to the community to build strong relationships with youth, residents, businesses, and community groups; Work with the Program Manager to provide program participants with support and linkages to programs including wrap-around services (e.g., job programs, GED, drug treatment, and mentoring); Attend weekly supervision sessions with the Program Manager and report regularly to the Program Manager on all violence reduction strategies, relevant community activities, personnel issues, or communications with press, politicians, or law enforcement; Document all work including shootings and other acts of violence prevented, case notes, referrals, contacts with participants, and changes in participants' status; Collaborate with the Program Manager in planning and executing the community mobilization strategy; Assist the Program Manager in organizing community rallies in response to shootings and deploying the outreach workers to increase its visibility when shootings/killings take place in the target area; Maintain a schedule of all approved S.O.S. Hospital Responders (including the Coordinator) that tracks the rotation of responses to hospital calls; Monitor Hospital Responders' log entries to ensure that the data regarding is accurate and up to date; and Additional tasks as necessary. Qualifications:
High school diploma as well as a minimum of 4 years' experience or the equivalent in a related area, knowledge of mental health, youth engagement, and community organizing. The candidate should reside in or have an in-depth knowledge of Bed-Stuy, especially the target area (Nostrand Avenue to Marcus Garvey Boulevard, Kosciuszko Street to Madison Street) including individuals and groups in the neighborhood who are known to have had past involvement with gangs and/or gun violence, influential people in the neighborhood and the area's hotspots. A stable residence within or nearby the target area (highly preferred). Excellent communication skills and basic computer skills. Experience with (or eagerness to develop) administrative skills in reporting, and documentation. Ability to walk 40 blocks. One or more years of supervisory experience is preferred. Formerly incarcerated persons are encouraged to apply. Position Type:
Full-time (ability to work a flexible schedule that includes late evenings, weekends and holidays). Position Location:
Bedford Stuyvesant, Brooklyn. Compensation:
The compensation range for this position is $58,500 - $65,000 and is commensurate with experience. The Center for Justice Innovation offers an excellent benefits package including comprehensive healthcare with a national network, free basic dental coverage, vision insurance, short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, and flexible spending accounts including commuter FSA. We prioritize mental health care for our staff and offer services like Talkspace and Ginger through our healthcare plans. We offer a 403(b) retirement plan with a two-to-one employer contribution up to 5%. The Center for Justice Innovation is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, national origin, age, military service eligibility, veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, or any other category protected by law. We strongly encourage and welcome applications from women, people of color, members of the LGBTQ+ community, and individuals with prior contact with the criminal justice system. Our goal is to create a supportive and respectful environment where everyone, regardless of background or identity, feels valued and included. At this time, the Center does not sponsor or support any immigration status, which includes supporting or completing any foreign student training plan. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application and throughout the duration of employment. Candidates are expected to provide accurate and truthful information throughout the hiring process. Any misrepresentation, falsification, or omission of material facts may result in disqualification from consideration, withdrawal of an offer, or termination of employment, regardless of when discovered. As of February 10, 2023, New York City Executive Order 25 rescinded the COVID-19 vaccination requirement for City workers, new hires, and contracted employees. While the Center does not require vaccination, we strongly recommend that all staff, interns, and volunteers stay up to date. In compliance with federal law, all hires must verify their identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete the required employment verification form upon hire. Please refer to the job posting for relevant contact information. If contact details are not provided, we kindly ask that you refrain from inquiries via phone or email, as only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Neighbors in Action, formerly known as the Crown Heights Community Mediation Center operates out of a storefront since the summer of 1998, and provides anti-violence programs, youth programs, and resource links to community residents. Its mission is to encourage communication and understanding, prevent future conflicts, and help foster stronger, healthier neighborhoods. Neighbors in Action (NIA) seeks an Outreach Worker Supervisor. Reporting to the S.O.S. Program Manager, the Outreach Worker Supervisor oversees the Crown Heights Outreach Workers. S.O.S. Crown Heights is a replication of the Cure Violence program, a gun violence prevention model that aims to reduce and prevent shootings through the use of public health strategies. The Outreach Worker Supervisor will work individually and as part of a team to prevent neighborhood shootings and killings. They provide conflict mediation services and provide direction to the team. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Work closely with the Program Manager to plan the day-to-day and week-to-week activities with and for the outreach staff; Have daily communication with each member of the outreach team; Meet weekly at a regularly scheduled time for supervision sessions with each team member; Lead the outreach workers and collaborate with the Program Manager in researching causes of shootings/killings and assist in mediating underlying conflicts and prevent retaliations between individuals and groups; Identify and build relationships with individuals who are at high risk of involvement in shootings and killings to help them rethink their attitudes and beliefs about violence and redirect their lives in more positive directions; Maintain a small caseload of five participants; Create and monitor a risk reduction plan with each participant; Plan, prepare, attend and help to facilitate participant events including violence prevention and life skills workshops in local schools, parks, and community-based organizations; Lead outreach workers in identifying and cooling "hot spots" for shootings and violence (e.g., conducting eyeball surveys with residents and community-based organizations to identify areas frequented by high risk individuals); Conduct outreach to the community to build strong relationships with youth, residents, businesses, and community groups; Work with the Program Manager to provide program participants with support and linkages to programs including wrap-around services (e.g., job programs, GED, drug treatment, and mentoring); Attend weekly supervision sessions with the Program Manager and report regularly to the Program Manager on all violence reduction strategies, relevant community activities, personnel issues, or communications with press, politicians, or law enforcement; Document all work including shootings and other acts of violence prevented, case notes, referrals, contacts with participants, and changes in participants' status; Collaborate with the Program Manager in planning and executing the community mobilization strategy; Assist the Program Manager in organizing community rallies in response to shootings and deploying the outreach workers to increase its visibility when shootings/killings take place in the target area; Maintain a schedule of all approved S.O.S. Hospital Responders (including the Coordinator) that tracks the rotation of responses to hospital calls; Monitor Hospital Responders' log entries to ensure that the data regarding is accurate and up to date; and Additional tasks as necessary. Qualifications:
High school diploma as well as a minimum of 4 years' experience or the equivalent in a related area, knowledge of mental health, youth engagement, and community organizing. The candidate should reside in or have an in-depth knowledge of Bed-Stuy, especially the target area (Nostrand Avenue to Marcus Garvey Boulevard, Kosciuszko Street to Madison Street) including individuals and groups in the neighborhood who are known to have had past involvement with gangs and/or gun violence, influential people in the neighborhood and the area's hotspots. A stable residence within or nearby the target area (highly preferred). Excellent communication skills and basic computer skills. Experience with (or eagerness to develop) administrative skills in reporting, and documentation. Ability to walk 40 blocks. One or more years of supervisory experience is preferred. Formerly incarcerated persons are encouraged to apply. Position Type:
Full-time (ability to work a flexible schedule that includes late evenings, weekends and holidays). Position Location:
Bedford Stuyvesant, Brooklyn. Compensation:
The compensation range for this position is $58,500 - $65,000 and is commensurate with experience. The Center for Justice Innovation offers an excellent benefits package including comprehensive healthcare with a national network, free basic dental coverage, vision insurance, short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, and flexible spending accounts including commuter FSA. We prioritize mental health care for our staff and offer services like Talkspace and Ginger through our healthcare plans. We offer a 403(b) retirement plan with a two-to-one employer contribution up to 5%. The Center for Justice Innovation is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, national origin, age, military service eligibility, veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, or any other category protected by law. We strongly encourage and welcome applications from women, people of color, members of the LGBTQ+ community, and individuals with prior contact with the criminal justice system. Our goal is to create a supportive and respectful environment where everyone, regardless of background or identity, feels valued and included. At this time, the Center does not sponsor or support any immigration status, which includes supporting or completing any foreign student training plan. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application and throughout the duration of employment. Candidates are expected to provide accurate and truthful information throughout the hiring process. Any misrepresentation, falsification, or omission of material facts may result in disqualification from consideration, withdrawal of an offer, or termination of employment, regardless of when discovered. As of February 10, 2023, New York City Executive Order 25 rescinded the COVID-19 vaccination requirement for City workers, new hires, and contracted employees. While the Center does not require vaccination, we strongly recommend that all staff, interns, and volunteers stay up to date. In compliance with federal law, all hires must verify their identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete the required employment verification form upon hire. Please refer to the job posting for relevant contact information. If contact details are not provided, we kindly ask that you refrain from inquiries via phone or email, as only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.