Outreach Worker, BIVO Cure Violence Program

Who We Are

CAMBA is a community of staff, volunteers, clients, donors, neighbors, and partners who work together to build an inclusive New York City, where all children and adults have access to the resources and supports they need to thrive. We take a comprehensive approach by offering more than 180 integrated programs in: Education & Youth Development, Family Support, Job Training & Employment Support Services, Health, Housing, and Legal Services. We reach more than 72,000 individuals and families each year at our 100 locations, including 10,000 youth. CAMBA serves a diverse cross section of New Yorkers from new mothers in Brownsville to job seekers in the Rockaways. More than half of our clients are immigrants and refugees from around the globe. Over 85% of our families live in poverty, reflecting the challenges faced by nearly 1.7 million New Yorkers today.

Position

Reports To: Assistant Program Manager
Location: 444 Thomas Boyland Street, Brooklyn, NY 11212

What The Outreach Worker Does
Reach out and market the program to the community via street outreach in order to recruit clients.
Assist in organizing responses to all shootings that occur in the targeted catchment area within 72 hours of receipt of notice of the shooting or killing.
Prepare marketing materials and market the program to community.
Attend and help facilitate social/peer support events (i.e., community events and shooting response meetings, etc).
Review all documentation establishing clients' eligibility for program and make file copies.
Assist clients in completing all CAMBA intake applications and forms.
Create and maintain client files.
Conduct initial intake or assessment of clients and clients' families and/or periodic reassessments.
Follow-up with clients and with referral organizations regarding client contact and progress with referral organization.
Work with clients to break through barriers to client goals and to assist clients in advocating for themselves and in moving toward self-sufficiency.
Recommend and implement strategies to persuade clients to participate more fully in this process.
Act as client liaison/client advocate with outside organizations regarding such matters as education, healthcare, housing, etc.
Monitor clients' progress toward their goals (dates achieved) via regularly scheduled telephone contact and/or face-to-face home and office visits, and document via progress notes.
Recommend closing of cases in which clients have: (a) achieved primary goals and have maintained stability for a period of months; or, (b) have not demonstrated a willingness to participate in the process (lost-to-service); or, (c) have become ineligible for services (e.g. moved out of area).
Provide all required information for weekly/monthly/quarterly/annual reports.
May conduct client’s and/or families’ periodic re-assessments.
May schedule appointments for client with referral organizations.
May escort clients to appointments (educational, medical, social service, etc.).
May assist clients in completing applications for benefits and entitlements.

Minimum Education/Experience Required

Bachelor’s Degree (B.A.) and/or equivalent experience.

Other Requirements

Equally at home conversing with gang members, community activists, law enforcement personnel, and public officials.
Subject to a criminal background check and random drug testing.
No pending criminal cases or prior convictions for sexual assault, child abuse or domestic violence or history thereof.
Strong knowledge of the Brownsville community.
Familiarity with Brownsville 73rd Police Precinct community challenges of teens and young adults there; strongly preferred.
Ability to work a flexible schedule including morning, evening and weekends as needed.
Must have understanding of, sensitivity and commitment to working with families of youth that have experienced gun related trauma. Case Managers should be prepared for various outdoor weather conditions during their regular workday.

Compensation

$29.15 hourly

Status

-Full-time (35 hours per week) or Part-time (x hours per week)

Benefits

CAMBA offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, dental insurance, 403(b) retirement plan with employer match, paid time off (vacation, personal, and sick time), and paid holidays. CAMBA and CAMBA Housing Ventures are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We value a diverse & inclusive workforce and do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), or other applicable legally protected characteristics.