SNUG STREET OUTREACH WORKER - Wyandanch, NY

Economic Opportunity Council of Suffolk Inc•Wyandanch, NY

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The Street Outreach Worker is responsible for direct outreach efforts in the targeted population and community. Candidates need to have a working knowledge of street-level conflicts in and around the target communities and possess a passion for solving potentially violent situations with nonviolent solutions. The role involves conducting street outreach to prevent violent crime, working with local police, providing case management, implementing violence prevention models, and maintaining client files. The position requires flexibility in work schedule, including potential on-call duties and rotating schedules with weekends and nights. Strong communication and problem-solving skills are essential, as is a commitment to a nonviolent lifestyle and cultural/linguistic appropriateness in services.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED, and/or relevant experience in and knowledge of the target population.
Experience working with “Proven/High risk” population.
Ability to work on a diverse team.
Conflict resolution skills.
Must be willing to consider alternative problem-solving techniques.
Willingness to work on the street and in other unstructured situations.
Possess time management skills.
Communication skills, both written and verbal.
A Valid Driver's License and Insured Vehicle.
PPD (TB test required with proof of results; no more than 1 year old).

Nice To Haves

Must be reflective of the target population.

Responsibilities

Conduct street outreach in the target community to prevent violent crime and interrupt potential violence.
Work with local police officers to maintain safe environments in the target community and coordinate outreach violence prevention efforts.
Provide case management services and linkage to collaborating agencies.
Implement resources of existing violence prevention models, including program interventions and activities according to high-risk populations.
Provide priority to population and intervention strategies that are culturally and linguistically appropriate.
Maintain client files, program reports, and data.
Participate in the Violence Prevention Coordinating Council and Outreach services.
Be trained and knowledgeable in the neighborhood violence prevention model.
Maintain a nonviolent lifestyle.
Crisis response may prompt an irregular work schedule—On-call 24/7 for violence-related incidents.
Provide support, overall problem-solving assistance, and advocacy on behalf of clients.
Provide “one-to-one” advocacy, mentoring, and engagement of the targeted population.
Rotating schedule to include weekend and/or nights.
Maintain high-quality communication with the management of the Street worker Program.
Perform other responsibilities as deemed necessary by the Outreach Supervisor and Project Coordinator.