Violence Prevention Professional

University of California - San Francisco; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

The Violence Prevention Professional at UCSF will work closely with victims of violence, providing mentorship and linking them to essential services. This role requires strong interpersonal skills and a deep understanding of community needs, particularly in vulnerable populations. The professional will engage in outreach efforts and collaborate with various stakeholders to promote violence prevention.

Qualifications

• One year of experience in a related field.
• Knowledge of violence intervention and community resources.

Responsibilities

• Work with victims of violence to promote recovery and prevent reinjury.
• Participate in community outreach events.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Community Engagement

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Social Work

Job description

Violence Prevention Professional

Surgery

Full Time

84934BR

Job Summary

The Violence Prevention Professionals (VPPs) at the San Francisco Wraparound Project are part of the fabric of Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital and are integral to the team of health care workers who care for victims of violence. As "credible messengers" the VPPs see people in the hospital, shortly after they have been injured, to begin a lasting partnership with the patient on a journey to change their life course. The goal of Wraparound is not only to reduce the risk of reinjury but it is to set people on a path to thrive. This happens over the months beyond the injury by strong VPP mentorship, and linking their clients to mental health services, employment, housing, education, and other risk reduction resources provided by our strong partnerships in San Francisco and beyond. The VPPs have the opportunity to not only interface with hospital personnel but should also have strong interpersonal skills to work with policymakers, national leaders in violence prevention and intervention, local partners, and personnel at other HVIPs in the region.

The Violence Prevention Professional is an integral part of the community in San Francisco and will be involved with at risk communities and participate in community outreach events promoting violence prevention. These events may involve evening or weekend events, outside the traditional work hours.

WAP serves the city of San Francisco and its clients represent vulnerable and occasionally disenfranchised communities. The VPP will have an understanding of the unique needs of this population in areas of legal aid, housing, immigration, etc. VPPs are well versed and connected to specific resources and programs across San Francisco.

The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy.

Your placement within the salary range is dependent on a number of factors including your work experience and internal equity within this position classification at UCSF. For positions that are represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range will be guided by the rules in the collective bargaining agreement.

The salary range for this position is $29.79 - $38.74 (Hourly Rate).

To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html

Department Description

The Wraparound Project (WAP), a Hospital-based Violence Intervention Program (HVIP) that serves high-risk victims of violent injury, is seeking a Violence Prevention Professional (VPP) with in-depth knowledge in addressing root causes and risk factors of violence, including the social drivers of health.

The Violence Prevention Professionals (VPPs) at the San Francisco Wraparound Project are part of the fabric of Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital and are integral to the team of health care workers who care for victims of violence. As "credible messengers" the VPPs see people in the hospital, shortly after they have been injured, to begin a lasting partnership with the patient on a journey to change their life course. The goal of Wraparound is not only to reduce the risk of reinjury but it is to set people on a path to thrive. This happens over the months beyond the injury by strong VPP mentorship, and linking their clients to mental health services, employment, housing, education, and other risk reduction resources provided by our strong partnerships in San Francisco and beyond. The VPPs have the opportunity to not only interface with hospital personnel but should also have strong interpersonal skills to work with policymakers, national leaders in violence prevention and intervention, local partners, and personnel at other HVIPs in the region.

The Violence Prevention Professional is an integral part of the community in San Francisco and will be involved with at risk communities and participate in community outreach events promoting violence prevention. These events may involve evening or weekend events, outside the traditional work hours.

WAP serves the city of San Francisco and its clients represent vulnerable and occasionally disenfranchised communities. The VPP will have an understanding of the unique needs of this population in areas of legal aid, housing, immigration, etc. VPPs are well versed and connected to specific resources and programs across San Francisco.

Required Qualifications

* Possession of a bachelor's degree in social work from a program approved by the Council on Social Work Education, or a bachelor's degree in a related field, and one year of experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience; and knowledges and abilities essential to the successful performance of the duties assigned to the position.

Preferred Qualifications

* Must have 5+ years of experience working with community-based organizations in San Francisco.
* Most desirable to have 5+ years of experience working in the realm of violence intervention, conflict resolution, conflict de-escalation and re-entry work.
* Personal connection to San Francisco community, (e.g., raised in San Francisco, lived in San Francisco for an extended period of time) or previous work with underserved communities (in San Francisco or elsewhere).
* Can serve as a "credible messenger" based upon personal lived experience.
* Have experience in workforce development, especially with individuals with nontraditional backgrounds (for example, no prior work experience or with complex legal issues / records).
* Have experience advocating for vulnerable communities on an individual, local and state level.
* Have experience and/or training in Trauma Informed Care.
* Certifications and education in the field of Community Health Worker is strongly encouraged
* Education and experience in community-level case management with an at-risk population

About UCSF

The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world's leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells.

Pride Values

UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence - also known as our PRIDE values.

In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity - both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available at diversity.ucsf.edu

Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California San Francisco is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

Organization

Campus

Job Code and Payroll Title

009341 SOCIAL WORK ASC

Job Category

Social Work and Psychology

Bargaining Unit

University Professional and Technical Employees - Health Care Professionals Unit (UPTE-HX)

Employee Class

Career

Percentage

100%

Location

San Francisco, CA

Campus

Zuckerberg San Francisco General (ZSFG)

Work Style

Fully On-Site

Shift

Days

Shift Length

8 Hours

Additional Shift Details

Monday - Friday, 9am - 6pm