Community Intervention Worker

Position Summary

The Community Intervention Worker will be responsible for working directly with individuals and families in the community who may be facing various challenges and barriers. This role involves providing support, resources, and advocacy to help improve their overall well-being and access to necessary services.

The Community Intervention Worker will conduct street outreach within their focus area, in pre-determined gun violence hot spots to help identify and work with youth most at risk of being impacted by gun violence. Additionally, respond to hit shootings within their focus area, establishing trust with community members, leaders, and stakeholders will help CIWs to engage in violence prevention and intervention work safely and effectively. 

CIW’s will be required to become certified as a community interventionist from entities such as or equivalent to Los Angeles Violence Intervention Training Academy (LAVITA), Professional Community Intervention Training Institute (PCITI), or a Youth and Gang Violence Intervention Specialist Training Program.

Candidatemust live within the North Long Beach area OR can demonstrate a thorough understanding of the community’s demographics, cultural dynamics and list the known resources in the North Long Beach area.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:

• Engage in street outreach at public parks, schools, and other community- informed hot spots to help identify and work with youth most at risk of being impacted by gun violence.
• Build and leverage community relationships to mediate incident-specific conflict and deescalate violent or potentially violent situations.
• Share knowledge of safety concerns with the LBASC-4 Program Manager(s).
• Participate in monthly leadership meetings with the GVRT.
• Respond to the site of hit shootings when activated.
• Provide coaching to program participants to assist with navigating complex systems and social interactions.
• Participate in local events to engage community members and build trust (e.g., Friday night football games; PRM events; and neighborhood gatherings).

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Prior experience in community outreach or social services is preferred
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build rapport with diverse individuals
• Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Knowledge of community resources and services
• Empathy, compassion, and a non-judgmental approach

Benefits

By joining The April Parker Foundation, you'll be part of a passionate team dedicated to creating change. We offer professional development opportunities, a collaborative work environment, paid time off, 401K matching, and the chance to truly make a difference in the communities we serve.

• QSEHRA (Qualified Small Employer Health Reimbursement Arrangement): Our competitive healthcare package includes coverage for medical, vision, dental, and prescription expenses, with reimbursement options tailored to your needs.

• 401(k) Retirement Plan by Guideline: Secure your financial future with our 401(k) retirement plan, managed by Guideline, offering convenient investment options and employer contributions.
• Generous Paid Time Off: Enjoy a healthy work-life balance with our generous paid time off policy, including vacation days, personal days, and mental health time off to prioritize your well-being.
• Annual Shutdown: Embrace the holiday spirit and spend quality time with your loved ones during our annual shutdown period from December 24th to December 27th, with paid time off.
• Paid Holidays: Celebrate and recharge with 12 paid holidays throughout the year, including all 11 federal holidays, to enjoy special moments with family and friends.
• Sick Leave: Take care of yourself when you're under the weather with paid sick leave to ensure you can rest and recover without worrying about lost income.
• Bereavement Leave: Receive compassionate support during difficult times with bereavement leave to attend to the needs of yourself and your family following the loss of a loved one.
• Paid Family Leave: Prioritize your family's well-being with paid family leave benefits to support the joys and responsibilities of parenthood, caregiving, or family emergencies.