Program Coordinator - Ingersoll Cornerstone (63440)

University Settlement Society Of New York • Brooklyn, NY

11d • Onsite

About The Position

University Settlement partners with over 40,000 New Yorkers annually in Lower Manhattan and Brooklyn, aiming to foster healthy, stable, and remarkable lives by combating poverty and systemic inequality. With a history dating back to 1886 as the first Settlement House in the United States, the organization continues its mission by providing effective social services developed in collaboration with the community. The Crisis Management System (CMS), launched in 2014, is a collaborative effort involving more than 70 organizations dedicated to promoting peace, community safety, and healing in NYC neighborhoods most impacted by gun violence. Utilizing the Cure Violence model, an evidence-based public health approach, CMS employs credible messengers to identify and engage individuals at high risk of involvement in gun violence and to de-escalate conflicts. The CMS program specifically serves the 88th precinct in Brooklyn, covering the Ingersoll, Whitman, and Farragut housing developments, acting as a frontline intervention to prevent and interrupt conflicts that could lead to gun violence and retaliation.

Requirements

• At least two years of experience working in community-based programming.
• Demonstrated successful experience of at least 2 years working with vulnerable, high-risk and/or opportunity youth and young adults ages 16 to 24 required.
• Personal or professional Experience working with gang-involvement or gun related violence preferred.
• Must have an understanding of, sensitivity and commitment to working with youth and families that have experienced gun-related trauma.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills, problem-solving ability, and crisis intervention skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365, specifically Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Ability to think creatively, inspire enthusiasm, and develop exceptional programs.
• Initiative, drive, and programmatic vision are expected.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a management team.
• As required by the contract candidate must: 1) clear through hiring panel comprised of program and community partners; 2) complete a criminal background check; and 3) submit to drug testing and agree to periodic drug testing as part of a program of random testing or for cause.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in a related field (preferred), however candidates with some college and a proven track record of working with vulnerable, high-risk and/or opportunity youth and young adults will be considered.
• Bilingual in English/Spanish preferred.
• Experience in an administrative role in a community-based program preferred.

Responsibilities

• Foster collaboration and expand programmatic offerings by building constructive relationships with community-based organizations and city government.
• Coordinate themed weekends of action focused on public safety, facilitating communication and collaboration among community organizations and affected populations to improve the lives of New Yorkers.
• Act as the primary representative of the CMS site in the assigned neighborhood, precinct, and catchment area.
• Attend community-based meetings in the primary service area, including Community Board Meetings, NYCHA Tenant Association meetings, and Mayor's Action Plan for Neighborhood Safety (MAP) meetings.
• Participate in Local Neighborhood STAT (NSTAT) and MAP development stakeholder meetings.
• Identify and establish connections with new community groups and public or private initiatives, seeking funding opportunities.
• Coordinate and promote anti-gun violence workshops and pro-social events, fostering collaboration among community stakeholders and agencies to deliver services in targeted neighborhoods.
• Work within high-risk NYC neighborhoods and populations vulnerable to violence.
• Organize events and manage community coalitions.
• Stay updated on emerging community issues that impact public safety to guide the site's response.
• Collaborate with City agencies to conduct briefings and community meetings, outlining city services to key community and faith leaders.
• Assist in the CMS hiring panel process, including outreach and recruitment for potential site staff and/or participants.
• Develop outreach materials, talking points, and presentation materials for the CMS site.
• Demonstrate excellent communication, planning, organizational, and multitasking skills.
• Handle other duties within the scope of the position as assigned by Supervisor.

Benefits

• We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive community.
• We support a broadly diverse team who will contribute to our organization.
• We are an equal employment opportunity for all regardless of race, color, citizenship, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran or reservist status, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree