Program Coordinator - Ingersoll Cornerstone (63440)

Job Details: Job Location: 177 Myrtle Avenue - Brooklyn, NY 11201, Position Type: Full Time, Salary Range: $55,000.00 - $60,000.00 Salary, University Settlement partners with 40,000+ New Yorkers in Lower Manhattan and Brooklyn every year to build on our collective strengths as we achieve healthy, stable, and remarkable lives. Fornearly 140years,we’vefought poverty and systemic inequality by building highly effective social services in collaboration with our neighbors. Established in 1886 as the first Settlement House in the United States, we bring the values of that movement into the 21st century by meeting New Yorkers where they live, listening deeply to all perspectives, and creating space for responsive cooperation. Joining withour neighbors to make stable foundations where people of all ages can grow and pursue their dreams, we build community strength. We infuse a commitment to civic engagement, equality, and communal action into each of our programs, which include early childhood education, youth development, healthy aging, mental health and wellness, English classes for adult immigrants, community centers, and the arts. Launched in 2014, the Crisis Management System (CMS) is a partnership of more than 70 organizations that promote peace, community stewardship of public safety, and healing in the neighborhoods most affected by gun violence in NYC. Utilizing the globally recognized Cure Violence model, which is an evidence-based public health approach to responding to gun violence through credible messengers who identify and engage individuals most likely to be involved in gun violence and to defuse conflicts before they escal. The CMS program will service the 88thprecinct area of Brooklyn including the Ingersoll,Whitmanand Farragut housing developments to be the frontline in preventing and interrupting conflicts that may lead to gun violence and retaliation in real time. Reporting to the Program Director,the Program Coordinator will be responsible for the overall coordination and partnership development between the CMS program and its external partners 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. Identifyand establishconnections 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. Assistin 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 dutieswithin thescopeof the positionas assigned by Supervisor. Qualifications: At least two years ofexperienceworkingin 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 24required. Personal or professional Experience working with gang-involvement or gun related violence preferred. Must have an understandingof,sensitivity and commitment to working with youth andfamiliesthathave experienced gun-related trauma. Bachelor's degree in a related field (preferred), however candidates with some college and a proventrack recordof working with vulnerable, high-risk and/or opportunity youth and young adults will be considered. Bilingual in English/Spanish preferred. Language can change based on program needs. Excellent communication skills. Experience in an administrative role inacommunity-based programpreferred. Strong interpersonal skills, problem-solving ability, and crisis intervention skills. Proficiencyin 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. Work Schedule: Full time, Tuesday - Saturday, 35 hours per week 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr UNIVERSITY SETTLEMENT SOCIETY OF NEW YORK