Specialist

Job Overview:

The primary purpose of the Violence Intervention Specialist is to serve as an advocate and role model, providing case management with a trauma-informed approach to individuals who are enrolled in the Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital-NB Violence Intervention Program, HVP.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Associate s degree required
• Experience in human services, public health or related field
• Three years of recent experience, such as any combination of student, volunteer, or work experience

Preferred:

• Bachelor s degree
• Knowledge of Middlesex County and relevant community resources

Scheduling Requirements:

• Day Shift- typically an 8am start type (some flexibility available)
• Monday through Friday- possibility for weekend event
• Full-Time

Essential Functions:

• Violence Intervention Specialists are expected to develop a rapport with patients and families, provide accurate information, appropriate community resource referrals, assistance with systems navigation, and long-term emotional and social support to victims of violent crime who are admitted to the Trauma service
• The Violence Intervention Specialist s role is to work closely with the rest of the multidisciplinary team to ensure that all program participants are receiving the services best suited to meet their needs
• The Violence Intervention Specialist interfaces with the client, in the office and the community, on a regular basis to help him/her practice new skill sets while he/she pursues community referrals and personal goals
• This individual will function as a core member of the RWJUH HVIP team and trauma patient care team
• A successful Violence Intervention Specialist will have the following qualities: self-knowledge, ability and willingness to follow directions, self-discipline, empathy, tolerance, interest in and willingness to learn, flexibility, writing and typing skills to keep case documentation, common sense judgment regarding personal and public safety issues, willingness to share case related information with team members, ability and willingness to maintain client privacy & respect professional boundaries, the capacity to be proactive rather than reactive, and organizational skills

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.