Anti-Violence Community Outreach Coordinator

Anti-Violence Community Outreach Coordinator

The Anti-Violence Community Outreach Coordinator is a full-time position responsible for engaging at-risk youth through community outreach, violence prevention initiatives, and youth development programming. This role develops, implements, and oversees programs designed to promote youth empowerment, leadership development, conflict resolution, civic engagement, and positive community involvement.

The Coordinator will build strong relationships with youth, families, schools, law enforcement agencies, and community partners to create safe, supportive environments that reduce violence and foster personal growth. The ideal candidate is a skilled mentor, communicator, and community advocate who is passionate about helping young people reach their full potential.

• Develop, implement, and evaluate evidence-based anti-violence and youth outreach programs that address community needs.
• Design and facilitate workshops focused on conflict resolution, anger management, violence prevention, and nonviolent communication.
• Create and lead programs that develop youth leadership, teamwork, decision-making, and goal-setting skills.
• Utilize data and participant feedback to strengthen program effectiveness and outcomes.

• Recruit, engage, and retain youth participants through effective outreach strategies.
• Provide mentorship, advocacy, and emotional support to youth facing personal, academic, or social challenges.
• Connect youth with educational, social, and community resources that support their personal development and well-being.
• Encourage youth engagement in civic activities, including community organizing, volunteerism, and voter registration efforts.

• Establish and maintain collaborative partnerships with schools, community organizations, local law enforcement, and service providers.
• Coordinate meetings, events, and activities that engage parents, guardians, and community members in youth programming.
• Serve as a positive representative of the organization at community meetings, outreach events, and public forums.

• Plan, coordinate, and support youth-focused events such as:
  • Art workshops
  • Talent shows
  • Community service projects
  • Leadership activities
  • Violence prevention campaigns
• Foster opportunities for creative expression, community involvement, and positive youth development.

• Maintain accurate and timely records of participant engagement, program outcomes, referrals, incidents, and services provided.
• Monitor and track program performance and participant progress.
• Implement and enforce program safety protocols and respond appropriately to safety concerns or incidents.
• Ensure compliance with organizational policies and applicable regulations.

• Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Youth Take Action Director.

• Demonstrates initiative and ownership of responsibilities.
• Leads by example and positively influences youth, colleagues, and community stakeholders.
• Supports organizational goals through proactive problem-solving and decision-making.

• Provides high-quality service to internal and external stakeholders.
• Demonstrates professionalism, responsiveness, and a results-oriented approach.
• Communicates effectively through verbal, written, and nonverbal methods.

• Produces high-quality work while meeting established deadlines.
• Maintains attention to detail and compliance standards.
• Demonstrates accountability, reliability, and sound judgment.

• Utilizes technology and innovative approaches to improve efficiency and program outcomes.
• Develops creative solutions to challenges.
• Contributes ideas for process improvement and program enhancement.

• Builds positive working relationships based on respect, transparency, and…