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 :
- 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
Requirements
Attributes / Skills Required / Sought :
Experiences / Education Required / Sought :
Salary Description
44,00 to $48,000
Salary : $44,000 - $48,000
