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Job Description THE ORGANIZATION The Center for Justice Innovation is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing community safety and racial justice. Since 1996, we’ve worked alongside communities, courts, and those most directly affected by the justice system to build stronger, healthier, and more equitable neighborhoods. With a team of over 900 staff and an annual budget of $130 million, the Center carries out its mission through three core strategies: • Operating Programs that pilot new ideas and address local challenges;, • Conducting original research to evaluate what works—and what doesn’t; and THE OPPORTUNITY Neighbors in Action, formerly known as the Crown Heights Community Mediation Center. Neighbors in Action 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. Save Our Streets (S.O.S.) Brooklyn includes two sites in Crown Heights and Bed-Stuy. S.O.S. is a replication of the Cure Violence program, a gun violence prevention model that aims to reduce and prevent shootings using public health strategies. Neighbors in Action is seeking a Violence Interrupter for the Save Our Streets (S.O.S.) Crown Heights program. Reporting to the Outreach Worker Supervisor, the Violence Interrupter will work individually and as part of a team to prevent neighborhood shootings and killings. They will provide conflict mediation services and serve as conduits to the program’s Outreach Workers who work with program participants on a long-term basis. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: • Work with community partners and the rest of the S.O.S. team to identify and diffuse “hot spots” for shootings and violence;, • Intervene in local conflicts to try to prevent an outbreak of violence, and work to prevent retaliations when violence does occur;, • Identify youth who are at-risk for being involved in violent activities and assist them in connecting to S.O.S., and/or other Neighbors in Action programs such as Make It Happen, Youth Programs, and Community Justice Connect, as well as referring them to other community organizations and resources as needed;, • Learn about the causes of shootings/killings in order to assist in mediating situations and preventing retaliation between individuals and groups (e.g., working with the community, conducting outreach programs to gain information that may be helpful in preventing additional killings);, • Form relationships with the people who are at the highest risk of experiencing violence in the community, as well as the people who know them;, • Conduct outreach to the community (individually and as a team member) to build strong relationships with youth, residents, and community groups;, • Engage with local businesses and storefronts to spread understanding of the S.O.S. mission, build relationships, and increase public recognition of S.O.S. in the community;, • Talk to residents in the S.O.S. Bed-Stuy catchment area about potential conflicts and assist in preventing them;, • Participate in organizing responses to shootings and increasing visibility when shootings/killings take place;, • Report to the S.O.S. Bed-Stuy Outreach Worker Supervisor and keep them informed of all relevant community activities;, • Document all contacts with high-risk individuals, as well as shootings and other acts of violence that are prevented in the catchment area;, • Respond to shootings in other communities, as necessary;, • Distribute public education materials to targeted audiences;, • Distribute information about community events and important resources;, • Attend all program trainings, community events, and shooting responses;, • Attend weekly staff meetings and other team meetings, as required;, • Attend and participate in all Neighbors in Action and Center for Justice Innovation trainings, meetings and conferences; and Position Type: Full-time, flexible schedule including late evenings, weekends and holidays. Position Location: Brooklyn, NY. Compensation: The compensation range for this position is $28.57 - $29.63 per hour based on a 35-hour work week and is commensurate with experience. Benefits: 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 is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa. 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. 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. Powered by JazzHR ETqxXAfMIP

Job Description Summary: Streetwork Project Lower East Side is an innovative program for homeless youth providing drop-in, crisis shelter, and outreach, utilizing a harm reduction approach. Under this umbrella, Senior Case Managers provide comprehensive services to adolescents and young adults impacted by homelessness and involved in street activities (gangs, violence, drug use/sale, and survival sex). Services provided by Senior Case Manager include assessment, case planning, case facilitation and management, counseling, referrals, outreach, crisis transportation, daily living services (food, shower, respite), triage counseling, recreational activities and support groups. The Senior Case Manager also works alongside program leadership in providing input towards program planning to meet the mental health and substance use harm reduction needs around staff development and client services. Senior Case Manager coordinates with Safe Horizon supporting programs and local agencies to provide short- and long-term care necessary to meet the wide range of needs related to homeless adolescents. Responsibilities: • Learn and integrate a trauma-informed, client-centered approach, using an anti-oppressive lens, into your work with clients., • Intake and assessment for individuals seeking assistance, • Triage counseling, • Mediation for internal conflicts, • Engagement of adolescents into program structure (harm reduction philosophy, rules, mutual respect), • Support Drop-in staff in providing youth access to daily living needs (food, clothes, hygiene supplies, space to rest), • Provide supportive and crisis intervention counseling utilizing a trauma-based intervention (ARC) for youth with more complex mental health needs and challenges., • Provide trainings on overdose prevention, Narcan, as well as provide syringe exchange and other harm reduction supplies with clients, • Collaborate and coordinate with on-site mental health providers to ensure clients access to care., • Work in collaboration with therapist and Supervising Social Worker (SSW) to help develop treatment plans for youth with special needs experiencing severe mental health challenges, • Provide assistance to SSW in facilitation of clinical group process and debriefs, • Collaborate with SSW in identifying trainings around staff development, • Provide support to Supervising Coordinators and Coordinators in absence of directors around scheduling and oversight of the space., • Serve as an advocate and liaison for clients negotiating the shelter system and other social service programs, • Enrollment of clients for Public Assistance & Food-stamps, • Coordinate with social worker in assessing clients’ eligibility and assist with processing for SSI benefits, • Assist youth in application for Supportive Housing and SSI., • Complete psychosocial reports on youth for Supportive Housing & SOAR screening tools for SSI, • Advocacy on behalf of under 18-year-old clients for Administration for Children’s Services support, • Facilitate self-care and coping and risk reduction support groups, • Provide group led facilitation and conducting of educational presentations on HIV/AIDS, risk reduction, and other topics related to sub-populations of homeless youth, • Conduct outreach to homeless and street involved young people, as assigned, • Assist in community outreach and trainings on harm reduction techniques, including Narcan training; overdose prevention; fentanyl testing, • Escort homeless youth to appropriate services and provide transportation as part of case plan, • Preparation of case records, prepare monthly and quarterly statistical reports, • Maintain routine administrative responsibilities to include the preparation of correspondence, maintaining files, mail, email, and telephone., • Participate at staff trainings, staff meetings and staff group process workshops & case conferencing, • Participate in weekly supervision. Secondary Job Functions: • Petty Cash reconciliation, • Identification of new resources appropriate for population, • Provide wellness and recreational (engagement) activities, • Coordinate services with other Streetwork staff and on-site legal, medical, and psychiatric service providers Interacts with: • All Streetwork program sites and staff, • All internal Safe Horizon programs and departments that can comprehensively support the client and case plan, • All external agencies and organizations that can provide appropriate services to the client Knowledge and Skills Required: • Compassionate approach to others and openness to new ideas, • Dynamic energy, able to multi-task and negotiate multiple demands on attention, • Non-judgmental approach and ability to empathize with others, • Clear and concise verbal and written communication skill, excellent interpersonal and organizational skills, • Genuine interest in working with disenfranchised youth and young adults, • Understanding of social service systems and how to provide advocacy for clients navigating systems, • Basic knowledge of Supportive Housing and SSI eligibility process, • Ability to complete psychosocial reports and conduct assessments using psychiatric reports Qualifications: • Bachelor’s Degree, creative arts, liberal studies or any field related to working with youth +2 years’ experience working with youth, or High school diploma or equivalent + minimum of 5 years’ experience working in social service settings with target population. OR, two years of high-quality work at a Streetwork Project site Desirable: • Personal experience with street survival activities (homelessness, gangs, drug economy, sex industry) with three years separation from involvement in these activities. Deep understanding of the relationship between personal experience and professional standards., • Understanding of harm reduction perspective, • Experience working with youth who have Co-occurring Disorders, • At least 1 year working with the homeless youth, or harm reduction, • Bi-lingual Spanish Other: Basic understanding of computer and systems for managing case records. If hired, I agree to abide by all of Safe Horizon’s rules and regulations, and understand that, if employed, my employment may be terminated with or without cause, and with or without notice, at any time, at the option of either the company or me. I further understand that no representation, whether oral or written by any representative or agent of the organization, at any time, constitutes a contract of employment. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply. Technology Statement: Applicants may be responsible for providing the equipment and tools they need to work remotely as required, such as access to a computer, internet service, and phone service. Safe Horizon will discuss potential solutions with candidates and may assist where needed and agreed to in advance. Please follow this link to view complete EEO Law and complaint filing information: Know Your Rights: Workplace discrimination is illegal Hiring Range: $23.63 to $25 per hour Full-time Hours: 35 Hours per week Full-time Benefits: Vacation Time, Paid Sick Time, Holidays, Medical, Dental, Vision, 403(b) Retirement Plan, Company Life Insurance, Medical/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, Tuition Assistance Program, Commuter Benefits Program, Gym Reimbursement, Parental Leave, Employee Learning Center

Job Description Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Newark is one of New Jersey’s largest non-profit social service agencies with programs and facilities serving Bergen, Essex, Hudson, and Union counties. We are currently seeking a Full Time Case Worker for our Supportive Assistance for Individuals and Families (SAIF) program located in Newark, New Jersey. The SAIF program’s aim is to reduce dependency on welfare by promoting self-sufficiency for individuals who have received welfare benefits for more than 48 months. Job Duties: • The Case Worker monitors their caseload; completes monthly state reports; completes monthly caseload lists; maintains case records; and completes assessments to identify barriers as well provide career counseling, • Bachelor's Degree (preferably Social Work, Sociology or Psychology field), • 1 to 2 years experience in social services field Visit our website Internal Applicants: Please be advised that current employees applying to open positions within the Agency are required to fill out an Agency Internal Job Application Form which is available for download to all employees on HR's public folders in Outlook. Please forward the completed form to HR via email to the agency email address indicated at the end of the application form. Agency Mission: In response to the Gospel of Jesus Christ, Catholic Charities, as a ministry of the Archdiocese of Newark, serves the poor and marginalized and advocates for their needs in order to promote the inherent dignity and worth of all people without regard to race, religion, or culture. Benefits: CCAN offers a competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package for employees, with an 80/20% cost split between employers (80) and employees (20). CCAN is an equal opportunity employer. M/F/D/V. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin/ancestry, citizenship status, disability, age, marital or family status, and military or veteran status. Potential eligibility for federal student loan forgiveness. Powered by JazzHR YufJ0zOFgj

Job Description Who We Are: CAMBA is a community of staff, volunteers, clients, donors, neighbors and partners who work together to build an inclusive New York City, where all children and adults have access to the resources and supports, they need to thrive. We take a comprehensive approach by offering more than 180 integrated programs in: Education & Youth Development, Family Support, Job Training & Employment Support Services, Health, Housing, and Legal Services. We reach almost 80,000 individuals and families, including almost 13,000 youth. CAMBA serves a diverse cross section of New Yorkers from new mothers in Brownsville to job seekers in the Rockaways. More than half of our clients are immigrants and refugees from around the globe. Over 85% of our families are living in poverty, reflecting the challenges faced by nearly 1.7 million New Yorkers today. CAMBA’s Cure Violence Program works with 16 – 24 year old at risk youths who are or may have potentially been involved in street violence, community residents, businesses and community-based organizations to implement Cure Violence: The Campaign to Stop the Shooting. Cure Violence is a public health strategy to reduce and prevent shootings and killings. This program will focus on a defined area identified as a “hot spot” in Brownsville, Brooklyn for shooting violence within the 73rd Precinct. The program works to prevent gun violence by: 1) mediating conflicts that may end in gun violence, 2) changing the thinking of individuals who are most at risk of being victims or perpetrators of violence, and 3) working closely with a broad coalition of local partners to promote a visible community-wide message that shooting is unacceptable behavior. Position: Outreach Worker Reports To: Assistant Program Manager Location: 444 Thomas Boyland Street, Brooklyn, NY 11212 What The Outreach Worker Does: • Reach out and market the program to the community via street outreach in order to recruit clients., • Assist in organizing responses to all shootings that occur in the targeted catchment area within 72 hours of receipt of notice of the shooting or killing., • Prepare marketing materials and market the program to community., • Attend and help facilitate social/peer support events (i.e., community events and shooting response meetings, etc)., • Review all documentation establishing clients' eligibility for program and make file copies., • Assist clients in completing all CAMBA intake applications and forms., • Create and maintain client files., • Conduct initial intake or assessment of clients and clients' families and/or periodic reassessments., • Follow-up with clients and with referral organizations regarding client contact and progress with referral organization., • Work with clients to break through barriers to client goals and to assist clients in advocating for themselves and in moving toward self-sufficiency., • Recommend and implement strategies to persuade clients to participate more fully in this process., • Act as client liaison/client advocate with outside organizations regarding such matters as education, healthcare, housing, etc., • Monitor clients' progress toward their goals (dates achieved) via regularly scheduled telephone contact and/or face-to-face home and office visits, and document via progress notes., • Recommend closing of cases in which clients have: (a) achieved primary goals and have maintained stability for a period of months; or, (b) have not demonstrated a willingness to participate in the process (lost-to-service); or, (c) have become ineligible for services (e.g. moved out of area)., • Provide all required information for weekly/monthly/quarterly/annual reports., • May conduct client’s and/or families’ periodic re-assessments., • May schedule appointments for client with referral organizations., • May escort clients to appointments (educational, medical, social service, etc.)., • Equally at home conversing with gang members, community activists, law enforcement personnel, and public officials., • Subject to a criminal background check and random drug testing., • No pending criminal cases or prior convictions for sexual assault, child abuse or domestic violence or history thereof., • Strong knowledge of the Brownsville community., • Familiarity with Brownsville 73rd Police Precinct community challenges of teens and young adults there; strongly preferred., • Ability to work a flexible schedule including morning, evening and weekends as needed., • Must have understanding of, sensitivity and commitment to working with families of youth that have experienced gun related trauma., • Case Managers should be prepared for various outdoor weather conditions during their regular workday. Compensation: $50,000 annually When salary ranges are listed, the range would represent the low and high end for the applicable position & program. The salary offered would be based on various factors unique to each program and candidate. This includes but is not limited to experience, education, budget and/or program size, internal equity, skills and other factors that may be required for the position and organization. Status: Full-time (35 hours per week) Benefits: CAMBA offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, dental insurance, 403(b) retirement plan with employer match, paid time off (vacation, personal, and sick time), and paid holidays. CAMBA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value a diverse workforce and inclusive workplace. People of color, people with disabilities, and lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender people are encouraged to apply. We consider all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, socio-economic status, marital or veteran status, pregnancy status or sexual orientation. Powered by JazzHR CPoRrorkhc

Job Description Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Newark is currently seeking Full Time Clinicians, Lead Workers, & Case Managers for our Mobile Response and Stabilization Services Program located in Jersey City, NJ. Requirements: The positions require the following: • Case Managers:, • Bachelor’s Degree in social work or a related field, • Valid driver’s license, • Clinicians:, • Master's Degree in social work or a related field, • Valid driver's license, • Lead Worker:, • Master's Degree in social work or a related field Position Duties: • Case Managers:, • Provide in-home and community based crisis de-escalation/intervention and assessment, safety planning as well as stabilization and case management services to families and children according to the families' individualized service needs, • Coordination of discharge/transition services to include referral and linkages to services and supports appropriate to the level of need of the child/family, • Clinicians:, • Provide crisis de-escalation/intervention and assessment, safety planning, and stabilization and case management services to families and children in their homes, schools, and other community locations., • Coordinate discharge/transition services, including referral and linkages to services, and supports that are appropriate with the level of need., • Complete a comprehensive individualized crisis plan for each client within the specified time frame that includes behaviorally specific goals, strategies, and a plan of service, • Establish and maintain client records and electronic documentation for clients in compliance with program policies and procedures, • Record service data as required for statistical reporting, • Work in conjunction with other staff in relationship to providing appropriate services for clients, • Lead Worker:, • Provides mobile crisis intervention and assessment as well as stabilization between 72 hours to 8 weeks and case management services to families and children, • Coordinates a comprehensive individualized Crisis Plan that meets the family’s needs., • Coordinates discharge/transition services to include referral and linkage to appropriate level of need, • Audits client's records and plans appropriate corrective action, • Coordinates team weekly schedules to ensure adequate program coverage, • Leads daily dispatch teams, • Assists in coordinating team training schedules, • Monitors development of specializations and library of community resources, • Assists Program Supervisor in orientation process, • CCAN offers a competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package for employees, with an 80/20% cost split between employers (80) and employees (20). CCAN is an equal opportunity employer. M/F/D/V. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin/ancestry, citizenship status, disability, age, marital or family status, and military or veteran status. yMRj7QqR9U