School Violence Interrupter & Outreach Specialist

Cycsf; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

The Community Youth Center of San Francisco (CYC) is seeking a School Outreach Worker - Violence Interrupter to connect with youth in schools and local communities. This role focuses on crisis response, referrals to behavioral health services, and building trusted relationships with young people and families in diverse SF neighborhoods.

Responsibilities include outreach, mediation, and coordination with partners to prevent violence and promote safety.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in social services or related field, or 2+ years street outreach and crisis response experience.
• Experience with San Francisco’s diverse communities.
• Knowledge of the SF Criminal Justice System and SFUSD.
• Strong written and oral communication; proficient with computers.
• Willingness to work evenings, weekends, and outdoor activities.
• Valid driver’s license and clean DMV record for company van use.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular outreach in schools and on the streets to increase the program's visibility in high-need neighborhoods of San Francisco.
• Provide holistic, culturally competent services to victims of crime and their families.
• Coordinate with other CYC programs and community service providers for comprehensive care.
• Provide mediation and facilitate meetings to support safe reintegration.
• Organize cross-cultural training to address interracial tension and promote healing.
• Participate in required training, team and community meetings as necessary.
• Foster relationships with law enforcement, families and partner agencies.
• Maintain accurate case notes and monthly grant reports.

Skills

Oral communication

Written communication

Computer skills

Organizational skills

Collaboration

Facilitation

Bilingual Cantonese/Mandarin

Education

Bachelor’s degree in social services or related area

Job description

The Community Youth Center of San Francisco (CYC) is seeking a School Outreach Worker - Violence Interrupter to connect with youth in schools and local communities. This role focuses on crisis response, referrals to behavioral health services, and building trusted relationships with young people and families in diverse SF neighborhoods.

Responsibilities include outreach, mediation, and coordination with partners to prevent violence and promote safety.