THE ORGANIZATION

The Center for Justice Innovation is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing community safety and racial justice. Since 1996, we’ve worked alongside communities, courts, and those most directly affected by the justice system to build stronger, healthier, and more equitable neighborhoods. With a team of over 900 staff and an annual budget of $130 million, the Center carries out its mission through three core strategies:

1. Operating Programs that pilot new ideas and address local challenges;
2. Conducting original research to evaluate what works—and what doesn’t; and
3. Providing expert assistance and policy guidance to reformers across the country and beyond.

Backed by decades of on-the-ground experience and nationally recognized expertise, we bring innovative, practical, and lasting solutions to justice systems nationwide.
Learn more about our work at www.innovatingjustice.org.

THE OPPORTUNITY

The Bronx Community Justice Center, one of the Center's newest projects, works to create a safer, more equitable Bronx through community-driven safety initiatives, violence prevention, youth opportunity, and economic development efforts. Save Our Streets South Bronx is a replication of the Chicago Project for Violence Prevention’s evidence-based Cure Violence program, a cutting-edge gun violence prevention model that aims to reduce and prevent shootings through the use of public health strategies. 

The Bronx Community Justice Center is seeking an Outreach Worker Supervisor for the Save Our Streets South Bronx program. Reporting to the Program Manager, Community Safety the Outreach Worker Supervisor will supervise a team of outreach workers and violence interrupters and support the management of day-to-day program operations.  

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Assist the Program Manager to coordinate regular mobilization of staff to respond to community needs around violence incidents and the provision of social service supports;
• Identify and form relationships with individuals who are at high risk of involvement in shootings and killings to help them rethink the impulse to act violently and redirect their lives in more positive directions;
• Supervise Outreach Workers, and based on program staff structure, supervise Violence Interrupters to ensure staff duties are fulfilled adequately;
• Facilitate daily meetings with Outreach Workers and Violence Interrupters to review current shootings, trends and to plan the day-to-day and week-to-week activities;
• Conduct weekly one-on-one check-ins with staff to assess the mental wellness of staff in the field; provide/offer support services, as needed;   
• Ensure field staff accurately document their daily activity and enter data into the required reporting tool/mechanism in a timely matter;
• Document staff activities and assist Program Manager in submitting accurate and complete monthly reports;
• Participate in community outreach to build strong relationships with youth, residents, businesses, and community groups;
• Identify and diffuse "hot spots" and increase staff visibility when violent incidents occur;
• Ensure staff are trained and adequately prepared to fulfill duties; 
• Attend Outreach Worker Supervisor meetings, ad hoc meetings and all trainings coordinated and required by OPGV;
• Report on call when Outreach Workers and Violence Interrupters are scheduled to work;
• Help strategize on the ground efforts (i.e. mediations) and/or provide guidance to staff regarding their caseload and management;   
• Interact with Credible Clinicians to facilitate group and/or individual sessions for staff and participants, as needed;
• Support and assists the Program Manager, as needed; and
• Additional relevant tasks, as needed.

Qualifications: Candidates who are formerly incarcerated or have other experience in the criminal justice system are particularly invited to apply. High school diploma as well as a minimum of 4 years’ experience or the equivalent in a related area, knowledge of mental health, youth engagement, and community organizing. The candidate should reside in or have an in-depth knowledge of Morrisania or Mott Haven. Experience working with at-risk youth and gang members, and knowledge of the street sets, crews, gangs, and or groups is a must. Candidate must be able to walk 30 blocks or more on a regular basis, pass a drug screening, and work a flexible schedule that includes late evenings, weekends, and holidays. Must be willing to work in inclement weather. Excellent communication skills, commitment to working towards positive community change, and interest in learning new skills and information are a must for this position. 

Position Type: Full-time, evenings and weekends. Schedule may be flexible, changing, and include late nights.

Position Location: South Bronx.

Compensation: The compensation range for this position is $32.14 - $38.79 per hour, annually equivalent to $58,500 - $70,600 based on a 35-hour work week and is commensurate with experience. 

Benefits: The Center for Justice Innovation offers an excellent benefits package including comprehensive healthcare with a national network, free basic dental coverage, vision insurance, short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, and flexible spending accounts including commuter FSA. We prioritize mental health care for our staff and offer services like Talkspace and Ginger through our healthcare plans. We offer a 403(b) retirement plan with a two-to-one employer contribution up to 5%.

The Center for Justice Innovation is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, national origin, age, military service eligibility, veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, or any other category protected by law. We strongly encourage and welcome applications from women, people of color, members of the LGBTQ+ community, and individuals with prior contact with the criminal justice system. Our goal is to create a supportive and respectful environment where everyone, regardless of background or identity, feels valued and included.

At this time, the Center is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application and throughout the duration of employment.

Candidates are expected to provide accurate and truthful information throughout the hiring process. Any misrepresentation, falsification, or omission of material facts may result in disqualification from consideration, withdrawal of an offer, or termination of employment, regardless of when discovered.

In compliance with federal law, all hires must verify their identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete the required employment verification form upon hire. Please refer to the job posting for relevant contact information. If contact details are not provided, we kindly ask that you refrain from inquiries via phone or email, as only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.