GVRS Intervention Specialist

City of Baltimore, Department of Planning; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 63,000 - 101,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Baltimore, Mayor's Office of Neighborhood Safety and Engagement (MONSE), is seeking a GVRS Intervention Specialist to provide targeted support to youth and adults facing behavioral, emotional, academic, or social challenges, through assessment and individualized service planning.

You will collaborate with families, schools, and community partners; deliver crisis intervention and de-escalation; track progress with case notes; participate in multidisciplinary teams; and connect

Qualifications

• Experience assessing behavioral, emotional, and social needs.
• Ability to develop individualized intervention plans.
• Proven skills in crisis intervention and de-escalation.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments to identify needs and risks.
• Develop, implement, and monitor individualized intervention plans.
• Provide direct one-on-one and group interventions using evidence-based practices.
• Deliver crisis intervention and de-escalation support as needed.
• Collaborate with families, educators, case managers, and community providers.
• Track and document progress with accurate case notes.
• Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and case reviews.
• Connect participants to community resources and supports.
• Maintain confidentiality and ethical standards.

Skills

Assessment

Crisis intervention

Advocacy

Collaboration

Job description

## GVRS Intervention SpecialistApply: 2700 Rayner Ave.: Full time: Posted Today: End Date: September 23, 2026 (12 days left to apply): R0019552**THIS IS A NON-CIVIL SERVICE POSITION****CITY OF BALTIMORE, MAYOR'S OFFICE OF NEIGHBORHOOD SAFETY AND ENGAGEMENT****GROUP VIOLENCE REDUCTION STRATEGY (GVRS) INTERVENTION SPECIALIST****Salary Range: 62,998.00 - 100,643.00 USD Annual****Get to Know Us**Welcome to the City of Baltimore! Experience the reward of a fulfilling career and enjoy the added element of excitement in a vibrant, diverse atmosphere. The City of Baltimore offers limitless opportunities to help drive social impact, both on the job and in the community, while serving its citizens. Join us in making Baltimore a great place to live and work. In the City of Baltimore, we hire great people and provide them with the skills and opportunities to grow toward their career aspirations. If you are looking for a career change or interested in learning more, explore our opportunities and benefits programs. We are excited to have you as a part of the City of Baltimore Team! The city offers medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, optional life, AD&D, and FSA plans. This office also supplies wellness programs, support groups, and workshops. You can learn about our benefits here: https://humanresources.baltimorecity.gov/hr-divisions/benefits**JOB SUMMARY**The Group Violence Reduction Strategy (GVRS) Intervention Specialist is responsible for providing targeted support and evidence-based interventions to youth and adults experiencing behavioral, emotional, academic, or social challenges through the Mayor’s Office of Neighborhood Safety and Engagement (MONSE). This role focuses on assessment, individualized service planning, crisis response, skill development, and collaboration with families, schools, community partners, and multidisciplinary teams to improve outcomes and promote long-term stability for people identified as being at the highest risk of involvement in gun violence. The GVRS Intervention Specialist works proactively to identify risk factors, implement strategic interventions, and monitor progress to ensure participants receive comprehensive, person-centered support.**ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS**Essential Duties and Responsibilities \\*Conduct comprehensive assessments to identify behavioral, emotional, social, and environmental needs of GVRS participants. \\*Develop, implement, and monitor individualized intervention plans. \\*Provide direct one-on-one and group interventions using evidence-based practices. \\*Deliver crisis intervention and de-escalation support as needed. \\*Collaborate with families, caregivers, educators, case managers, and community providers. Facilitate conflict resolution and restorative practices when appropriate. \\*Track and document progress, maintaining accurate and timely case notes. \\*Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and case reviews. \\*Connect participants to community resources and supportive services. \\*Provide advocacy support within school, court, community, or social service systems. \\*Maintain confidentiality and adhere to ethical and professional standards. **Work Environment** \\*Combination of office, community, school, and home-based settings. May require evening or occasional weekend availability. \\*Exposure to high-stress situations requiring emotional resilience and appropriate behavioral responses. \\*Fast-paced, mission-driven team culture. Ability to sit, stand, and move for extended periods and respond quickly in crisis situations. Occasional lifting (up to 25 lbs.)