Violence Interrupter- SOS Crown Heights

The Center for Justice Innovation is seeking a Violence Interrupter for the Save Our Streets (S.O.S.) Crown Heights program. The Violence Interrupter will work to prevent neighborhood shootings and killings, provide conflict mediation services, and connect at-risk youth with community programs.

Requirements

• Associates (or higher) in human services field or equivalent and satisfactory experience
• Formerly incarcerated or experience in the criminal justice system
• Reside in or have an in-depth knowledge of Crown Heights, especially the target area (Atlantic Avenue to Eastern Parkway, Kingston Avenue to Utica)
• Experience working with at-risk youth and gang members, and knowledge of the street sets, crews, gangs, and or groups
• Ability to walk 30 blocks or more on a regular basis, and work a flexible schedule that includes late evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Excellent communication skills, commitment to working towards positive community change, and interest in learning new skills and information

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
• 403(b) retirement plan with a two-to-one employer contribution up to 5%