Community Outreach Worker, PISC

Trustees of University of Pennsylvania; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university seeks a community outreach specialist to prevent violence in Philadelphia. This role focuses on providing mentorship and support to high-risk individuals, organizing community events, and building relationships with local organizations. Ideal candidates will have extensive community engagement experience and a strong background in crisis intervention.

Benefits

Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and life insurance

Tuition assistance for employees and dependents

Retirement plans with investment options

Generous paid time off

Professional development programs

Flexible work hours

Homeownership assistance for eligible employees

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of experience or equivalent education and experience.
• At least one year of experience working with target population.
• Training in crisis intervention.

Responsibilities

• Provide support and mentorship to high-risk adults and young adults.
• Conduct community outreach and organize events.
• Document activities using tracking software.

Skills

Communication

Community organizing

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Relevant computer software

Job description

Work individually and as a team to prevent shootings in the target area, specifically with adults and young adults.

1. Provide frequent contact, support, and mentorship to a caseload of high-risk adults and young adults, linking them to community opportunities and assistance programs.
2. Work closely with outreach workers, supervisors, managers, and directors to identify and address 'hot spots' for violence, prioritizing individuals with the highest intervention needs.
3. Conduct community outreach to build strong relationships with residents, businesses, and community groups.
4. Assist in organizing community events and partnerships.
5. Document all activities and violence prevention efforts using designated tracking software to ensure accountability, support data reporting, and facilitate presentations and publications.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED, with 5-7 years of experience or equivalent education and experience.
• At least one year of experience working with the target population and training in crisis intervention.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven community organizing abilities.
• Extensive knowledge of West/Southwest Philadelphia and other high-risk neighborhoods.
• Ability to document activities effectively.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Working knowledge of relevant computer software.

Location: Philadelphia, PA

Department: Perelman School of Medicine

Pay Range: $21.15 - $25.25 hourly

Note: Salary offers depend on qualifications, experience, skills, education, and market data, considering internal and peer data at Penn.

Additional Information

The University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates are considered without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected classes.

Background checks may be required after a conditional offer, tailored to the job's requirements.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health, dental, vision, life insurance, and flexible spending accounts.
• Tuition assistance for employees, spouses, and dependents.
• Retirement plans with various investment options.
• Generous paid time off and leave policies.
• Long-term care insurance options.
• Wellness, work-life resources, and professional development programs.
• Access to university resources, cultural activities, and discounts on various services.
• Flexible work hours and homeownership assistance for eligible employees.
• Adoption assistance for qualified expenses.