Violence Interrupter Specialist

Position Overview:
As a Violence Interrupter, you will play a crucial role in preventing and reducing violence within the community. Your primary responsibilities will include building relationships with community members, identifying and mediating conflicts, responding to violent incidents to prevent retaliation, and connecting individuals with essential services. Your efforts will contribute to creating a safer and more supportive environment for all residents.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Community Engagement: Build and maintain positive relationships with community members, residents, businesses, and community groups to foster trust and open communication.
• Conflict Identification: Identify conflicts that have the potential to escalate into violence and proactively work to resolve them before they lead to further issues.
• Mediation: Mediate conflicts using restorative justice techniques to promote peaceful resolutions and prevent violent outcomes.
• Incident Response: Respond promptly to incidents of violence, such as shootings, to prevent retaliation and further conflict within the community.
• Service Connection: Connect community members with educational resources, job training opportunities, mental health services, and other supportive programs to address underlying issues contributing to violence.
• Ceasefire Negotiation: Collaborate with community members to negotiate ceasefires and facilitate mediations aimed at reducing ongoing conflicts.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate records of interventions, mediations, and services provided to ensure program accountability and effectiveness

Qualifications:

• Demonstrated experience in community outreach, conflict resolution, or related fields.
• Strong understanding of the community, with lived experience being highly valued.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trust and rapport with diverse individuals.
• Training in restorative justice practices and trauma-informed care is preferred.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, to respond to community needs.
• Commitment to promoting peace, safety, and well-being within the community.

Benefits:

• Affordable Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401K Retirement
• 2 weeks PTO and Sick Leave, accrued annually
• 8 paid company holidays
• Life Insurance
• Opportunities for professional development and growth!
• Mental health and leadership training
• Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)