Coordinator, Community Initiatives

Center for Justice Innovation•New York, NY

2d•$62,400 - $74,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Center for Justice Innovation is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing community safety and racial justice. Since 1996, we’ve worked alongside communities, courts, and those most directly affected by the justice system to build stronger, healthier, and more equitable neighborhoods. With a team of over 900 staff and an annual budget of $130 million, the Center carries out its mission through three core strategies: Operating Programs that pilot new ideas and address local challenges; Conducting original research to evaluate what works—and what doesn’t; and Providing expert assistance and policy guidance to reformers across the country and beyond. Backed by decades of on-the-ground experience and nationally recognized expertise, we bring innovative, practical, and lasting solutions to justice systems nationwide. The Reimagining Intimacy through Social Engagement (RISE) Project responds to the intersection of Intimate Partner Violence (IPV) and gun violence and supports healthy relationship norms and the prevention of intimate partner violence at the community level. The RISE Project draws on public health, community organizing and transformative justice models to create a holistic approach to violence. RISE is seeking a Coordinator for the RISE Project, to coordinate a community-based initiative focused on addressing the intersection of gun violence and Intimate Partner Violence (IPV) city-wide, largely focusing on Brooklyn and Queens. The Coordinator will work collaboratively to implement programs focused on community engagement, norms change, violence prevention, and engagement of individuals who are causing harm. The RISE Project works in collaboration with the Mayor’s Office of Neighborhood Safety (ONS).

Requirements

A Bachelor's degree in the human services field and 2-3 years of related experience in violence prevention or equivalent experience, a Master's degree is preferred;
Driver’s license is strongly preferred;
At least 2 or more years of experience in a position directly related to intimate partner violence or domestic violence, as well as experience in community organizing, community engagement, Project/Program management and group facilitation preferred;
This exciting position requires a creative self-starter who can accomplish tasks in a fast-paced environment;
Candidates must be comfortable navigating interdisciplinary settings and must be willing to roll up their sleeves and be actively involved in day-to-day operations;
Experience with transformative justice frameworks, individual counseling, and community-based violence prevention preferred.

Nice To Haves

A Master's degree is preferred
Driver’s license is strongly preferred
Experience in community organizing, community engagement, Project/Program management and group facilitation preferred
Experience with transformative justice frameworks, individual counseling, and community-based violence prevention preferred

Responsibilities

Educate and support staff at Crisis Management System sites on issues of IPV/DV (Domestic Violence), their intersection with community violence, gender-based violence, gun violence, and strategies for promoting healthy relationships through developing and facilitating trainings, information sharing, and collaboration;
Develop and facilitate regular trainings on IPV/DV for staff and community at large, including CJI-project sites, schools, community-based organizations, and community members;
Facilitate youth programs focused on healthy relationships and IPV/DV prevention;
Plan and coordinate community events aimed at reducing violence, promoting healthy relationships, community accountability, healing, and capacity building;
Meet regularly with the Mayor’s Office of Neighborhood Safety and Crisis Management System to ensure effective collaboration and communication;
Build and maintain strong relationships with community partners, organizations, and stakeholders, including attending community board meetings, local NSTAT, and tenant meetings as needed;
Conduct weekly community outreach and participate in community events to promote the program;
Provide community-based crisis intervention and individual engagement, including enrolling clients into appropriate programs and services, providing referrals to additional resources, advocating on behalf of clients, and delivering short-term case management and safety planning to clients experiencing harm;
Document all services in the required software within 24-48 hours while being very specific and including comprehensive notes for each service provided;
Establish and maintain strong relationships with public and private local stakeholders that provide services to those impacted by intimate partner violence/domestic violence;
Submit regular monthly reports to the Project Director to capture pertinent program data;
Additional relevant tasks, as necessary.