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About the Role

The Bronx Community Justice Center is seeking an Outreach Worker Supervisor for the Save Our Streets South Bronx program. This role supports the management of day-to-day program operations and supervises a team of outreach workers and violence interrupters.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Program Manager to coordinate regular mobilization of staff to respond to community needs around violence incidents and the provision of social service supports.
• Identify and form relationships with individuals who are at high risk of involvement in shootings and killings to help them rethink the impulse to act violently and redirect their lives in more positive directions.
• Supervise Outreach Workers, and based on program staff structure, supervise Violence Interrupters to ensure staff duties are fulfilled adequately.
• Facilitate daily meetings with Outreach Workers and Violence Interrupters to review current shootings, trends and to plan the day-to-day and week-to-week activities.
• Conduct weekly one-on-one check-ins with staff to assess the mental wellness of staff in the field; provide/offer support services, as needed.
• Ensure field staff accurately document their daily activity and enter data into the required reporting tool/mechanism in a timely matter.
• Document staff activities and assist Program Manager in submitting accurate and complete monthly reports.
• Participate in community outreach to build strong relationships with youth, residents, businesses, and community groups.
• Identify and diffuse "hot spots" and increase staff visibility when violent incidents occur.
• Ensure staff are trained and adequately prepared to fulfill duties.
• Attend Outreach Worker Supervisor meetings, ad hoc meetings and all trainings coordinated and required by OPGV.
• Report on call when Outreach Workers and Violence Interrupters are scheduled to work.
• Help strategize on the ground efforts (i.e. mediations) and/or provide guidance to staff regarding their caseload and management.
• Interact with Credible Clinicians to facilitate group and/or individual sessions for staff and participants, as needed.
• Support and assists the Program Manager, as needed.
• Perform additional relevant tasks, as needed.

Requirements

• Candidates who are formerly incarcerated or have other experience in the criminal justice system are particularly invited to apply.
• Reside in or have an in-depth knowledge of Morrisania or Mott Haven.
• Must be able to walk 30 blocks or more on a regular basis.
• Must pass a drug screening.
• Must be willing to work in inclement weather.
• 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.
• 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.

Skills

• Knowledge of mental health
• Knowledge of youth engagement
• Knowledge of community organizing
• Experience working with at-risk youth and gang members
• Knowledge of the street sets, crews, gangs, and or groups
• Excellent communication skills
• Commitment to working towards positive community change
• Interest in learning new skills and information

Location

• South Bronx

Work Type

• Full-time
• Evenings
• Weekends
• Flexible schedule
• Late nights

Experience Level

• Minimum of 4 years’ experience or the equivalent in a related area

Education Level

• High school diploma

Salary/Compensations

• $58,500 - $70,600

Benefits

• Comprehensive healthcare with a national network
• Free basic dental coverage
• Vision insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Life insurance
• Flexible spending accounts including commuter FSA
• Talkspace and Ginger through healthcare plans
• 403(b) retirement plan with a two-to-one employer contribution up to 5%

About the Company

• 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, Conducting original research, and Providing expert assistance and policy guidance.
• Backed by decades of on-the-ground experience and nationally recognized expertise, we bring innovative, practical, and lasting solutions to justice systems nationwide.
• Learn more about our work at www.innovatingjustice.org.

Equal Opportunity

• 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.
• 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.