The City of Harrisburg is accepting applications for a Group Violence Intervention (GVI) Support & Outreach Coordinator in the Department of Public Safety – Bureau of Police. The Group Violence Intervention (GVI) Support & Outreach Coordinator position engages individuals with histories of gun violence in furtherance of the City of Harrisburg’s Group Violence Intervention (GVI) strategy. The Support & Outreach Coordinator will work as a team with the GVI project manager, credible messengers, and local partners, including social service agencies, faith-based and community organizations, law enforcement, city officials, community members, and the National Network for Safe Communities, toward achieving the established goals and objectives. The Support & Outreach Coordinator is primarily responsible for establishing, nurturing, and maintaining partnerships with agencies that can assist with redirecting and supporting positive behaviors and preventing gang involvement. The Support & Outreach Coordinator will report directly to the Commander of the Community Services Division. This is an FLSA-exempt position.
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
The City of Harrisburg offers a competitive annual salary range of $50,000.00 to $55,000.00 (commensurate with experience and qualifications). This full-time position also includes an excellent benefits package: defined pension plan, paid holidays, paid time off (vacation, sick and personal time) and health care benefits (medical, dental, prescription and vision).
The City intends to fill this position as soon as possible. It will remain open until filled. If interested, please submit a cover letter, your resume, three employment references and salary history to:
Email: [email protected] (electronic submission preferred)
The City of Harrisburg is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Wanda R.D. Williams, Mayor
Group Violence Intervention (GVI) Support & Outreach Coordinator
Department of Public Safety – Bureau of Police
DEFINITION:
The Group Violence Intervention (GVI) Support & Outreach Coordinator position engages individuals with histories of gun violence in furtherance of the City of Harrisburg’s Group Violence Intervention (GVI) strategy. The Support & Outreach Coordinator will work as a team with the GVI project manager, credible messengers, and local partners, including social service agencies, faith-based and community organizations, law enforcement, city officials, community members, and the National Network for Safe Communities, toward achieving the established goals and objectives. The Support & Outreach Coordinator is primarily responsible for establishing, nurturing, and maintaining partnerships with agencies that can assist with redirecting and supporting positive behaviors and preventing gang involvement. The Support & Outreach Coordinator will report directly to the Commander of the Community Services Division. This is an FLSA-exempt position.
LOCATION/EQUIPMENT
Work is primarily performed at the McCormick Public Services Center, although general duties also encompass occasional field work at various locations around the city. Attendance at meetings outside of the office is required. Work involves the use of various machines/tools, including computers, telephones, calculators, copiers, scanning devices, and commonly used and specialized software. Hours will generally be scheduled between 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., but will vary based on the needs of the individuals with whom we engage and may often require evening and weekend hours.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Work involves but is not limited to the following: Ensure appropriate resources are available for group-member-involved participants. Coordinate and collaborate with social services agencies, local nonprofits, community agencies, and GVI partners to address multiple issues affecting participants, such as health, housing, mental health, learning disabilities, or substance abuse. Compile a base of organizations that aid in goal setting, decision-making, job training, communication skills, and leadership skills to ensure appropriate resources are available. Serve as the central point of contact for service coordination and facilitate the participation of group-member-involved participants and their families in available programs in the community designed to decrease violence and involvement in, or association with, gangs. Provide trauma-informed support & outreach to individuals directly impacted by gun violence or at high risk for violent victimization, often on an on-call, flexible basis. Assist in obtaining funding for items that are not eligible for grant funding but meet the needs of individuals, such as relocation costs, bus fare to work, etc. participate in group call-ins and custom notifications.
NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Performs other related duties as assigned or required.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:
- Knowledge and experience with social services or community-based organizations that provide services to populations involved in violence.
- Experience in outreach, service coordination, and/or treatment planning.
- Ability to learn new concepts and work
- Culturally competent in community outreach and service delivery.
- Knowledge of trauma informed
- Trusted and seen positively in the
- Maintain a high level of confidentiality.
- Excellent communication
- Computer skills including proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
- Access to reliable transportation.
- Ability to travel occasionally for
- Flexibility with scheduling and the ability to be on call.
QUALIFICATIONS:
A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university or advanced coursework in a related field (e.g., psychology, social work). Any other equivalent combination of experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities will also be considered. A valid Pennsylvania driver’s license, Class C, is required. Must successfully pass a police-level background investigation prior to employment