What are the responsibilities and job description for the Violence Prevention Specialist OJJDP Safer Communities position at SGA Youth & Family Services?
Job Type
Full-time
Description
This program will serve Mansueto Noble Charter in Brighton Park. The purpose of this OJJDP Safer Communities is to reduce and prevent violence within the school, create a positive learning environment, address the impact of trauma and build resilience among students, teachers, administration and parents.
Key Areas Of Responsibility
Attributes/Skills Required/Sought:
$44,00 to $48,000
Full-time
Description
This program will serve Mansueto Noble Charter in Brighton Park. The purpose of this OJJDP Safer Communities is to reduce and prevent violence within the school, create a positive learning environment, address the impact of trauma and build resilience among students, teachers, administration and parents.
Key Areas Of Responsibility
- Provide direct prevention education and intervention services to Level 1, 2 and 3 youth
- Work with teachers to implement positive classroom strategies
- Participate in School Safety Strategic Planning process to advise on violence prevention education interventions and strategies
- Conduct ongoing individual, small, and large group training with school administration, faculty and other staff to teach and reinforce Trauma-Informed Resilience Oriented School toolkit strategies
- Engage and provide technical assistance and training to school personnel, parents, and community members in prevention programs
- Conduct parent groups and activities as directed by the Strategic Plan and in coordination with the school administration
- Gather information and analyze data to evaluate and adjust programs, when necessary, in accordance with funding program requirements
- Select and evaluate educational and informational materials and programs
- Implement other projects, activities, or job duties as assigned
Attributes/Skills Required/Sought:
- Experience providing service in community programs, facilitating groups, public speaking, and prevention.
- Coursework or training in prevention philosophy, youth development, substance abuse, or case management.
- Displays sensitivity and responsiveness to cultural differences present in SGA service population
- Understand and apply principles, methods, procedures, and strategies utilized in the development of a comprehensive program designed for high risk
- Demonstrate excellent communication skills
- Bachelor’s degree in social work, counseling, psychology or related field from an accredited college or university.
- At least two years experience working with youth and families
- Must be committed to work with youth and their families who are affected by mental health and/or substance abuse issues
$44,00 to $48,000
Salary : $4,400 - $48,000
