Salvation Army Eastern Territory
Job Violence Prevention Program Director
Salvation Army Eastern Territory, Reading, Pennsylvania, United States, 19601
Violence Prevention Program Director
The Salvation Army is hiring for the Violence Prevention Program Director position within the Reading Corps - Violence Prevention Program. The position will be available starting August 1, 2025. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, with some evenings and weekends as needed. The director will report to the Corps Commanding Officer. The salary is $51,989.40 per year, and the position is exempt. The Salvation Army offers a great benefits package including generous paid time off, employer funded pension plan, comprehensive health care coverage, eligibility for supplemental insurance plans, flexible spending accounts, remitted tuition program, and eligibility for the Federal Government's Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program. The position overview includes developing and implementing the Trauma-Informed Violence Prevention Program as designed and approved by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. This program will support children at The Salvation Army's Learning Center and families involved in the Corps' social service programs. This role is grant-funded, and ongoing funding depends on program outcomes and report compliance. Responsibilities
The responsibilities of the position include: Develop and implement the Trauma-Informed Violence Prevention Program as described in the approved Commonwealth of PA proposal which includes but is not limited to: working with the children in the Learning Center, their families as well as families receiving assistance through the social services programs of the Salvation Army; developing and articulating memorandums of agreement with local schools and agencies for referrals and support services; providing children and their families with intervention and coping strategies to address the trauma from and prevention of future gun violence; identifying behavioral specialists to be used for group trainings and developing contracts for services; developing and overseeing trauma-informed group training sessions; developing and overseeing lesson plans focusing on conflict resolution techniques in the Learning Center and other social services programs; and developing and implementing team building activities in the Learning Center and other social services programs. Train local staff to identify symptoms and coping behaviors associated with reactions to violence. Work one-on-one with the Learning Center to assess students to see who could benefit from trauma-informed group work. Work with social services program directors in developing group lessons reinforcing trauma coping mechanisms and positive behaviors. Conduct initial screening, intake, and assessment of identified children for the program. Ensure timely coordination for referrals to resources and the meeting of immediate needs for each client and their families. Develop assessments and means of measuring outcomes as defined in the approved Trauma-Informed Violence Prevention proposal. Record statistics and outcome measures in Service Point software. Develop and maintain a referral system with partner agencies and other partnership strategies. Keep up to date case notes and ensure client confidentiality in all forms of communication. Responsible for developing and filing program and financial reports with the Commonwealth of PA as required. Monitor the Pennsylvania Violence Intervention & Prevention grant solicitation dates, apply during the open window, and submit timely quarterly post-award program and financial reports with support from Salvation Army Divisional Headquarters representatives to ensure continued funding for the program, including this position. Perform other duties as assigned. The above list of job duties is not exclusive or exhaustive and the candidate will be required to undertake such tasks as may reasonably be expected within the scope of the post. Qualifications
The qualifications for the position include: Master of Social Work degree preferred; or Bachelor of Social Work with minimum two years experience. Experience with trauma informed care, particularly involved with violence prevention initiatives. Excellent planning, communication and organizational skills. Demonstrated interpersonal skills. Team player, results oriented, highly motivated, pro-active and self-directed. Computer literate and able to learn computer software programs. Experience managing a grant funded program preferred. Must have a valid driver's license and reliable transportation to travel from site to site as may be needed in the performance of duties. Bilingual in English and Spanish helpful. Experience/education relating to trauma reduction services preferred. As a Mandated Reporter, must provide proof of having completed training on recognizing and reporting child abuse meeting the training standards of PA Act 153 of 2014 within 30 days of employment with recurrent training required every five years thereafter. Meets the Child Protection Clearances required by PA Act 153 to include PA Child Abuse History Clearance, PA State Police Criminal Record Check and FBI Criminal Record Check. Must have an understanding of, and an appreciation for, the mission of The Salvation Army. Contact: Please submit your resume and cover letter as instructed below.
The Salvation Army is hiring for the Violence Prevention Program Director position within the Reading Corps - Violence Prevention Program. The position will be available starting August 1, 2025. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, with some evenings and weekends as needed. The director will report to the Corps Commanding Officer. The salary is $51,989.40 per year, and the position is exempt. The Salvation Army offers a great benefits package including generous paid time off, employer funded pension plan, comprehensive health care coverage, eligibility for supplemental insurance plans, flexible spending accounts, remitted tuition program, and eligibility for the Federal Government's Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program. The position overview includes developing and implementing the Trauma-Informed Violence Prevention Program as designed and approved by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. This program will support children at The Salvation Army's Learning Center and families involved in the Corps' social service programs. This role is grant-funded, and ongoing funding depends on program outcomes and report compliance. Responsibilities
The responsibilities of the position include: Develop and implement the Trauma-Informed Violence Prevention Program as described in the approved Commonwealth of PA proposal which includes but is not limited to: working with the children in the Learning Center, their families as well as families receiving assistance through the social services programs of the Salvation Army; developing and articulating memorandums of agreement with local schools and agencies for referrals and support services; providing children and their families with intervention and coping strategies to address the trauma from and prevention of future gun violence; identifying behavioral specialists to be used for group trainings and developing contracts for services; developing and overseeing trauma-informed group training sessions; developing and overseeing lesson plans focusing on conflict resolution techniques in the Learning Center and other social services programs; and developing and implementing team building activities in the Learning Center and other social services programs. Train local staff to identify symptoms and coping behaviors associated with reactions to violence. Work one-on-one with the Learning Center to assess students to see who could benefit from trauma-informed group work. Work with social services program directors in developing group lessons reinforcing trauma coping mechanisms and positive behaviors. Conduct initial screening, intake, and assessment of identified children for the program. Ensure timely coordination for referrals to resources and the meeting of immediate needs for each client and their families. Develop assessments and means of measuring outcomes as defined in the approved Trauma-Informed Violence Prevention proposal. Record statistics and outcome measures in Service Point software. Develop and maintain a referral system with partner agencies and other partnership strategies. Keep up to date case notes and ensure client confidentiality in all forms of communication. Responsible for developing and filing program and financial reports with the Commonwealth of PA as required. Monitor the Pennsylvania Violence Intervention & Prevention grant solicitation dates, apply during the open window, and submit timely quarterly post-award program and financial reports with support from Salvation Army Divisional Headquarters representatives to ensure continued funding for the program, including this position. Perform other duties as assigned. The above list of job duties is not exclusive or exhaustive and the candidate will be required to undertake such tasks as may reasonably be expected within the scope of the post. Qualifications
The qualifications for the position include: Master of Social Work degree preferred; or Bachelor of Social Work with minimum two years experience. Experience with trauma informed care, particularly involved with violence prevention initiatives. Excellent planning, communication and organizational skills. Demonstrated interpersonal skills. Team player, results oriented, highly motivated, pro-active and self-directed. Computer literate and able to learn computer software programs. Experience managing a grant funded program preferred. Must have a valid driver's license and reliable transportation to travel from site to site as may be needed in the performance of duties. Bilingual in English and Spanish helpful. Experience/education relating to trauma reduction services preferred. As a Mandated Reporter, must provide proof of having completed training on recognizing and reporting child abuse meeting the training standards of PA Act 153 of 2014 within 30 days of employment with recurrent training required every five years thereafter. Meets the Child Protection Clearances required by PA Act 153 to include PA Child Abuse History Clearance, PA State Police Criminal Record Check and FBI Criminal Record Check. Must have an understanding of, and an appreciation for, the mission of The Salvation Army. Contact: Please submit your resume and cover letter as instructed below.