Community Violence Intervention Outreach Worker

Salary

$56,305.60 - $67,537.60 Annually

Location

Iowa City, IA

Job Type

Full-time

Job Number

00847

Department

Public Health - Global

Opening Date

04/21/2025

Closing Date

5/4/2025 11:59 PM Central

Description

Benefits

Definition & Duties

Under direction of the Public Health Director in collaboration with the Community Violence Prevention Coordinator (CVPC), assist with Johnson County's community violence prevention efforts; work with CVPC to strategically eliminate violence in Johnson County by using data-driven programs and strategies . Conduct outreach to the community (individually and as a team member) to build strong relationships with youth, residents, businesses, and community groups. E stablish and maintain collaborations with key community partners; work collaboratively and engage individuals who are at the highest risk of participating in or being a victim of violent crime and connecting them to comprehensive support services.

Knowledge of & Ability to

Evidence-based approaches to reducing community gun violence

Local, state and federal codes and policies related to program

Policies governed by the Johnson County Attorney's Office

Policies governed by the Johnson County Public Health Department

Firsthand knowledge of the community and knowledge of current group conflicts

Community resources and organizations

Cultural competency, health equity, and systems thinking, particularly related to community health and criminal justice systems

Group violence intervention strategies

Interpersonal and communication skills to strengthen and expand community partnerships and work effectively with diverse stakeholders

Interpersonal and communication skills to strengthen and expand community partnerships

Firearms and ammunition

English language to include grammar, spelling, sentence structure, vocabulary and proofreading skills

Ability to:

Represent Johnson County and perform duties in a professional, responsible and trustworthy manner

Outreach to the community (individually and as a team member) to build relationships with individuals, residents, businesses, and community groups

Coordinate intake and individualized needs assessment for all clients and work to develop an Individualized Safety Plan (ISP) that addresses barriers and/or performing a warm handoff to an internal or external case manager; Provide information and referrals, as well as advocacy assistance to resources and services.

Provide case management and mentoring individuals according to program policies.

Ability to work one-on-one and in groups with high-risk individuals to resolve conflicts and promote prosocial behaviors, provide crisis intervention

Learn and develop the competencies of the Group Violence Intervention model to apply the principles to working with young people, families, law enforcement, system services, and other community partners

Focus on trauma informed, strength and solution-based practices while empowering the clientele we work with

Be detail-oriented; Performs required documentation duties and maintain client files with detail and organization including data collection and reports on client progress based on program descriptions.

Facilitate life skills building lessons and prosocial programming

Knowledge of youth issues, specifically youth violence and juvenile justice

Ability to effectively communicate, connect with, and motivate youth and/or young adults away from impulsive behavior that will lead to violence

Maintain confidentiality and security of information as appropriate

Interact effectively with persons from widely divergent backgrounds; practicing good judgment; integrity; tolerance of differing points of view and beliefs

Establish and maintain effective working relationships with elected officials, department heads, CVPC, co-workers, community organizations, government entities, law enforcement agencies, volunteer groups, and members of the public

Communicate effectively, orally and in writing, in formal and non-formal situations

Ability to stay calm in response to emergencies, and have experience working in high stress situations

Ability to be coachable and willing to learn new skills

Use a computer for the purposes of data entry word processing, spreadsheets, presentations, e-mail and Internet

Follow oral and written instructions

Have clarity of speech and hearing which permits effective communication

Work independently on projects and routine tasks

Lift, move, push and pull up to 25 pounds

Sit, stand, bend, squat, stoop, kneel, twist and reach

Have sufficient personal mobility to complete work at various facilities

Work flexible schedule (days, evenings, and weekends included)

Minimum Education, Training & Experience & Special Requirements

High school diploma/GED required AND experience working with at risk, group involved or impacted youth and/or adults is required. Experience with or training in crisis intervention, principles in nonviolence, restorative justice practices, or trauma-informed practice. Bachelor's degree preferred.

Special requirements:

Candidates should have a minimum of twenty-four (24) months from their release from incarceration. No pending cases or prior convictions for sexual assault, child abuse, or domestic abuse within the last ten (10) years. Valid driver's license and insurable under County liability coverage. May also require use of personal vehicle for official business. Must pass background check within the special requirements parameters.

Specific Duties

to be performed satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodation.

The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

Attending meetings of coalitions to align systems, strategies, and processes to address violence prevention and social determinants of health.

Assist in strategic plans toward reducing violence, particularly firearms violence, in Johnson County, using evidence-based programs and strategies.

Assist CVPC with building and maintaining community partner infrastructure and identifying ways organizations and the community can work together to influence violence prevention.

Serve as a resource on using public health and community-driven approaches to reducing firearms violence and developing safe and healthy communities.

Assist CVPC with program planning and evaluation.

Gain information on potential conflicts.

Work to prevent acts of violence and help to prevent all potential retaliatory shootings.

Assist in formulating action plans to help resolve conflict.

Engage and build rapport with individuals and families at risk of participating in or being a victim of violent crime with support services.

Provide crisis intervention and respond to community requests for street outreach interventions.

Provide individualized support to help each client develop their care plan to address barriers to health and safety and identify areas where clients will need assistance to accomplish those goals.

Provide necessary information and referrals so clients can receive a warm handoff to appropriate services to reach their health and safety goals.

Assist clients with procuring necessary documents and services such as identification card, birth certificate, social security card, etc.

Ensure clients can access supportive services by coordinating transportation services.

Ensure community input and collaboration by building and maintaining relationships with community members and partners.

Attending county led prevention programs related to violence prevention, firearms safety, and suicide means reduction from firearms.

Perform general clerical duties, such as operating a personal computer or laptop, filing, answering telephones, photocopying, and completing forms.

Perform all work duties and activities in accordance with County policies, procedures, and safety practices.

Attend work regularly at the designated place and time.

Resume and cover letter must be attached to online application.

Employee Benefits

The following is a summary of benefits for full-time, non-bargaining County employees. Benefits, privileges and duties for employees covered under a collective bargaining agreement may vary depending on specific contract provisions.

Compensation

Employees serve a six-month probationary period and are eligible for meritorious performance compensation increases based upon performance evaluations. Across the board compensation increases are considered by the Board of Supervisors, and are made effective July 1 annually.

Vacation

During 1st through 4th years: 3 working weeks

During 4th through 9th years: 4 working weeks

During 9th through 19th years: 5 working weeks

During 19th or later years: 6 working weeks

Holidays

12 paid holidays per year plus 2 personal holidays:

New Year's Day

Martin Luther King's Birthday

President's Day

Memorial Day

Independence Day

Juneteenth

Labor Day

Veteran's Day

Thanksgiving Day and day after

Christmas

Floating Christmas holiday

Sick Leave

Accrues at the rate of 18 days per year on a per-pay period basis to a maximum accrual of 120 days. After accumulation of 90 sick days, employees may convert sick leave to vacation on a 4:1 basis.

Parental Leave

A paid two-week (80 hour) paid parental leave is provided to full-time benefit eligible parents to allow for child bonding time. This includes child's birth, adoption, placement in the home or court appointed guardianship.

Wellness Program

Voluntary wellness activities, screenings, educational opportunities and incentives are offered throughout the year for employees and their families.

Employee Assistance Program

Employees and their families may contact Synchrony for free EAP counseling and referral services.

Health Care Coverage

Eligible employees may elect health care coverage the first of the month following one full month of employment.

Wellmark Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Iowa is the third party administrator for this self-funded plan

PPO with 90/10 in-network and 80/20 out-of-network co-insurance; $275 deductible single or $550 deductible family; $1000 out-of-pocket maximum single or $2000 out -of-pocket maximum family

Single coverage is $32/month for eligible full-time employees; family coverage is $112.00/month.

Dental Care Coverage

Eligible employees may elect dental care coverage the first of the month following one full month of employment. Single coverage is paid by the County for eligible full-time employees; family coverage is a cost between the County and employee.

Vision Care Coverage

Eligible employees may elect vision care coverage the first of the month following one full month of employment. Single coverage is paid by the County for eligible full-time employees; family coverage is a cost between the County and employee.

Flexible Spending

Eligible employees may set aside pre-tax dollars to pay for out-of-pocket health, dental and vision expenses that are not reimbursable through another source. Employees may also set aside pre-tax dollars for dependent care expenses.

Life Insurance

Eligible full-time employees are covered after 60 days of employment. Coverage is 1 times annualized compensation rounded up to the nearest thousand in group term life insurance and AD&D. Max covered salary $100,000.

*Supplemental Life Insurance

The County offers to all benefit-eligible employees additional life insurance coverage that may be purchased for employees, spouses and children at guarantee basis.

Long-Term Disability

Eligible full-time employees are covered after 60 days of employment. County provides up to 2 years of long term disability coverage at 66 2/3% of the employees wages as a result of injury, sickness or pregnancy; employees may opt to purchase additional coverage.

IPERS

Iowa Public Employee Retirement System is a mandatory defined benefit retirement plan designed to supplement both Social Security and private savings. Non law-enforcement employees contribute 6.29% and the County contributes 9.44%.

Deferred Compensation (457)

A deferred compensation plan is offered that provides tax advantages and an additional means in which to save for retirement with an easy payroll deduction. Employees may select from several companies offering deferred compensation. The County will match up to $40/biweekly, and employees are vested on day 1.

Discounted Bus Pass

Full-time and part-time employees are eligible to purchase discounted bus passes for Iowa City Transit and Coralville Transit for commuting to/from their jobs as Johnson County employees. Bus pass availability is subject to available funds and continuation of the program.

Johnson County is an affirmative action equal opportunity employer.

Women, minorities and elderly are encouraged to apply.

Employer

Johnson County

Address

913 S Dubuque St Suite 103 Iowa City, Iowa, 52240

Phone

319-356-6003

Website

https://www.johnsoncountyiowa.gov/

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