Manager of Community Violence Intervention - Back of the Yards & Brighton Park

Job Description

The Institute for Nonviolence Chicago’s mission is to end the cycle of violence using Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s principles and teachings of nonviolence. Informed by a philosophy of nonviolence, Nonviolence Chicago will establish caring and sustained relationships with participants engaged in the cycle of violence. We will emphasize partnerships with community members, leaders, social service providers, and local law enforcement to reduce community levels of violence. We will help create a safer, healthier environment for young adults, youth, and their families. These general approaches will be specifically addressed using five major methods: Community Violence Intervention (CVI) / Street Outreach, Individualized Service Provision, Victim Support Services, Behavioral Health and Nonviolence Training.

POSITION OVERVIEW: The Manager of Community Violence Intervention (CVI) for Back of the Yards & Brighton Park will oversee street outreach and victim services in both Back of the Yards & Brighton Park communities. The Manager manages the day-to-day operations of both departments, ensuring that both departments are collaborating, meeting data collection requirements and taking a strategic approach to reducing violence. The Manager works daily with the supervisor and staff from Back of the Yards and Brighton Park and is in lockstep with our partners at Precious Blood Ministry of Reconciliation (with whom we co-locate). Ultimately, this position works closely with leadership and is tasked with the implementation of Nonviolence Chicago’s violence reduction strategy in the Back of the Yards & Brighton Park neighborhoods as well as ensuring parity of programs and services with other neighborhoods served by Nonviolence Chicago

.This position is ideal for a candidate who has a basic knowledge of the drivers of violence in both Back of the Yards & Brighton Park communities, a proven track-record supervising staff, and a deep commitment to the mission of Nonviolence Chicago and the field of community violence intervention. This position requires flexibility, the ability to thrive in an evolving environment and the commitment to build trusting relationships with a diverse staff

.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIE S

:Leadership & Partnership

• sParticipate in regular meetings with leadership, collaborate on the implementation of CVI initiatives and communicate daily with supervisor to ensure consistency across neighborhoods served by Nonviolence Chicag
• oEngage in constant cross-departmental communication to support collaboration across teams, information sharing and transparenc
• yDevelop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders in Back of the Yards & Brighton Park, particularly Precious Blood Ministry of Reconciliation (PBMR) & New Life Centers
• .Understand the Scaling Community Violence Intervention for a Safer Chicago (SC2) initiative, and play a significant role in implementation if/when Back of the Yards comes onlin
• eRepresent the organization at external stakeholder meetings including those with law enforcement partners and elected officials, city partners
• .Work to establish high standards of professionalism amongst staff, promoting a culture of accountability, high ethical standards, and personal integrit

y

Management & Administrati

• onOversee outreach and victim services staff, maintain accountability, complete annual performance evaluations, and issue corrective action, as need
• edOversee scheduling of trainings, regular team meetings, and professional development activiti
• esOversee the staff monthly schedule, making sure it is fair and equitab
• leAttend monthly budget meetings, maintain active communication with the finance department and engage with staff regularly to review/approve expense reques
• tsManage the participant journey for those receiving services in Back of the Yards and Brighton Park, ensuring that participants are receiving wraparound services and moving along the journey of ca
• reSupport the cultivation of Nonviolence Chicago leaders who have a knowledge of the unique group dynamics in Back of the Yards and Brighton Park and can represent Nonviolence Chicago in a professional setting with external partne
• rsParticipate in the hiring process for new outreach and victim services staff in Back of the Yards & Brighton Pa
• rkAssist with pressing matters as they arise and perform other duties as requir

ed

Outreach & Victim Services Operati

• onsLead a safety-focused culture. Oversee the management of safety protocols related to participant and staff engagement, demonstrate expertise in crisis prevention and de-escalation, and train others in best practices to create a safe environment for participants and st
• affRespond to critical incidents, mass shootings and emergency situations 24/7 according to established protocols and in line with Kingian nonviolence princip
• lesDevelop and maintain a network of relationships to stay knowledgeable of community conditions and active conflicts as well as lead conflict mediation, as nee
• dedOversee outreach supervisor and make sure that basic operational tasks are being completed (such as case notes and daily logs) and minimum requirements are met (such as minimum participant caselo
• ad)Actively participate in the implementation of the outreach and victim services strategy in Back of the Yards & Brighton Park (canvassing, engaging with participants, serving victims and their families, et
• c…)Collaborate with colleagues in workforce development to make sure that all participants can attend programming safely and work to make sure all groups receive an opportunity to enroll in servi
• cesLearn data systems CiviCore and Apricot. Collaborate with colleagues in data department to make sure outcomes are being tracked and grant deliverables are being communicated in regular report
• ingIn partnership with outreach supervisor, support the day-to-day operations of the Flatlining Violence Inspires Peace (FLIP) Program in Back of the Yards & Brighton P
• arkAttend reoccurring meetings/events at partner locations, such as regular case management meetings, monthly data collection meetings, and Light in the Night (LIN) eve

nts

QUALIFICAT I

• ONS:Bachelor’s degree in human services field (ie. sociology, social work, et c. ) OR currently enrolled in a bachelor’s degree prog
• ram.At least two (2) years of experience supervising staff, preferably individuals with a history of justice system involve
• mentAt least five (5) years of experience in Community Violence Intervention (CVI) or related f
• ieldBasic knowledge of the drivers of violence in the Back of the Yards & Brighton Park communi
• tiesDemonstrated commitment to professional development and to bettering your
• selfAbility to take initiative, work as a self-starter and lead by exa
• mplePossess an inclusive leadership style based in empathy, patience, equity, consistent support, accountability, and the ability to relate well to a variety of individuals and gr
• oupsAbility and commitment to maintain high level of confidentia
• lityDemonstrated experience serving as a problem-solver in a complex environ
• mentExcellent verbal communication skills, and ability to communicate effectively in wri
• tingWillingness to learn and commit to the principles of nonviolence, restorative justice and trauma-informed pract
• icesNo pending criminal cases or prior convictions for sexual assault, child abuse or domestic viol
• enceValid Illinois driver’s license, insurance, and good driving re
• cordAccess to a vehicle to be able to moved between neighborhoods served by Nonviolence Chi

cago

SALARY/BENEF

ITS: Competitive/commensurate with experience and other qualifications. Competitive benefits package available, including Health, Life, and

401K.

Compensation is commensurate with years of related experience, position requirements, and candidate qualificat ions. The average salary for the position is $60,000 and commiserate with exper

ience.

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Institute for Nonviolence Chicago -- EEO S

tatementInstitute for Nonviolence Chicago provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Institute for Nonviolence Chicago complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the organization has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and t

raining.