Community Violence Intervention Specialist (Crisis Response)

Urban Affairs Coalition; KwaZulu-Natal; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A community support organization is looking for a full-time position to coordinate trauma-informed support services for those impacted by violence. Responsibilities include administering peer-based services, ensuring quality, and providing crisis response. Applicants with personal experiences related to violence or the criminal justice system are especially encouraged to apply. The position requires working afternoons, evenings, and some weekends along with on-call duties.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision

Short-term and Long-term Disability

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible Spending Accounts

PTO and 14 Paid Holidays

Qualifications

• Experience with community development and behavioral health.
• Personal experience overcoming violence or navigating the criminal justice system is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and administer peer-based services for individuals impacted by gun violence.
• Ensure quality assurance and resource development.
• Provide on-call, crisis response during evenings and weekends.

Skills

Peer support experience

Crisis intervention skills

Trauma-informed care knowledge

Job description

A community support organization is looking for a full-time position to coordinate trauma-informed support services for those impacted by violence. Responsibilities include administering peer-based services, ensuring quality, and providing crisis response. Applicants with personal experiences related to violence or the criminal justice system are especially encouraged to apply. The position requires working afternoons, evenings, and some weekends along with on-call duties.