YP3 Youth Violence Reduction Specialist Early Intervention Peer Specialist

Violence Reduction Specialist Early Intervention Peer Specialist

Join Our Team and help make a difference in the lives of children, youth, and families!

Are you passionate about supporting the healthy development of children, youth, and families for a brighter future? Look no further! At Northern Children's Services (Northern), every role in the organization contributes to helping us achieve our mission and vision. We believe that every child and youth has the potential to transform themselves – no matter their background or life situation. We work to "walk the talk" when it comes to our organizational values:
Excellence, Respect, Resilience, Cultural Humility & Justice, Healing, and Wellness.

Why Choose Us? As a Violence Reduction Specialist Early Intervention Peer Specialist, you'll embark on a fulfilling journey.

• Leadership Opportunity
• Supportive Environment
• Empowerment and Progress
• Effective Communication
• Empowerment Through Planning
• Continuous Monitoring and Progress
• Documentation Excellence
• Networking and Collaboration

Top Work Place Certified 2024 For more information, visit northernchildren.org

Benefits:

• We offer comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance for full-time employees.
• Life Insurance/AD&D and LTD:
  We provide full-time employees with a $20,000 life insurance policy through Mutual of Omaha Company at no cost. Additionally, Mutual of Omaha LTD coverage and AD&D insurance offer financial security to our employees and their families.
• Our partner insurance company offers a range of self-funded insurance plans, including accident insurance, cancer insurance, life insurance, critical illness coverage, and short-term disability insurance, providing additional financial protection to our employees.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan:
  We offer a 401(k)-savings plan with a generous matching contribution after one year of employment.
• Paid Leave:
  Employees have access to generous paid time off or sick leave, allowing them to prioritize their health and well-being.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP):
  Our EAP offers confidential referral and counseling services to help employees and their families manage life's challenges, including stress management, legal and financial concerns, depression, and substance abuse.
• Legal Services:
  Self-funded legal services provide valuable support and resources for various legal matters.

Qualifications You Bring:

• Expertise
• Physical Capabilities
• Trauma-Informed Approach

At Northern Children's Services, Inc., we value diversity, inclusion, and the well-being of every individual. Join us in our mission to empower children and families, one meaningful interaction at a time. Apply today and be a part of something truly extraordinary!

Under the supervision of the Director of Youth Safety and Prevention services, Family Peer & Violence Reduction Specialist provides support to families receiving IBHS services from a person with lived experience with the community behavioral health system in Philadelphia. This may include supporting the empowerment of families to understand their role as members of the treatment team, providing support & coaching during meetings, & working w/ families to develop natural supports.

The Family Peer & Violence Reduction Specialist will also work with staff and external partners to manage Northern's Youth Violence Reduction Project. This will include initiating meetings with school and City staff. Direct or indirect life experiences with gun violence is also preferred.

The following are the essential functions of this position:

Communication:

• Support youth and families in their initial and continuing engagement with IBHS, as well as in the violence reduction project and related activities
• Engage with youth and families, providing empathetic listening and emotional support
• Incorporate youth and family voices into treatment and the violence reduction project and related activities
• Provide youth and families with information about child serving systems (i.e., children's behavioral health) and other community resources and supports, including resources for primary, secondary, and tertiary trauma resulting from exposure to violence.
• Provide peer support and peer perspective to families with IBHS and violence exposure
• Empower families to understand their role as members of the treatment team
• Provide support and coaching to families and youth during treatment team and other meetings, gatherings, and events

Implementation:

• Coordinating with cross-discipline team members to make sure that all parties are on track with project requirements, deadlines, and schedules.
• Facilitate caregiver engagement with service providers
• Model collaboration between families, communities, and systems
• Engage in safety and care planning; exploring and eliminating barriers to care plan follow through
• Offer skill building for caregivers that enhances resiliency, communication, advocacy, and other areas affecting the ability to maintain an individual with complex needs in the home, school, and community
• Encourage selfcare…