Community Violence Prevention Coordinator

Center for Justice Innovation; New York (NY); On-site; USD 62,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental coverage

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Flexible spending accounts (FSA)

Talkspace and Ginger for mental health

403(b) retirement plan with employer 2

Wellness benefits

Job summary

Center for Justice Innovation is seeking a full-time Coordinator for the RISE Project in Brooklyn, NY. You will coordinate community-based activities addressing gun violence and IPV/DV, collaborating with city partners and staff across crisis management and community services.

The role focuses on trainings, youth programming, event planning, and strong community partnerships, with travel within NYC. A Bachelor's in human services and 2–3 years’ related experience are required; Master’s preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in the human services field, with 2–3 years of related violence-prevention experience.
• Master's degree preferred; driver’s license strongly preferred.
• Experience in IPV/DV, community organizing, program management and group facilitation preferred.
• Creative self-starter able to work in a fast-paced environment; hands-on approach.
• Comfort navigating interdisciplinary settings and providing day-to-day operations support.
• Experience with transformative justice frameworks and community-based violence prevention preferred.

Responsibilities

• Educate and support staff on IPV/DV, their intersection with community violence, and related equity strategies.
• Develop and facilitate trainings for staff, project sites, schools, and community members.
• Lead youth programs focused on healthy relationships and IPV/DV prevention.
• Plan and coordinate community events to reduce violence and build community accountability.
• Meet regularly with the Mayor’s Office of Neighborhood Safety and Crisis Management System.
• Build and maintain relationships with local partners and stakeholders; attend meetings as needed.
• Conduct weekly community outreach and participate in events to promote the program.
• Provide crisis intervention and short-term case management, with referrals when needed.

Skills

Community engagement

Group facilitation

Project management

Crisis intervention

Staff training

Education

Bachelor's degree in human services

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Center for Justice Innovation is seeking a full-time Coordinator for the RISE Project in Brooklyn, NY. You will coordinate community-based activities addressing gun violence and IPV/DV, collaborating with city partners and staff across crisis management and community services.

The role focuses on trainings, youth programming, event planning, and strong community partnerships, with travel within NYC. A Bachelor's in human services and 2–3 years’ related experience are required; Master’s preferred.