ACT NOW Portsmouth Peace Advocate
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0 Portsmouth, VA Portsmouth, VA Part-time Contract Part-time Contract $33,000 a year $33,000 a year 18 hours ago 18 hours ago 18 hours ago Title:
ACT NOW Portsmouth Peace Advocate Supervisor:
Community Advocate & Coordinator Department:
Outreach & Enrollment Division:
ACT NOW Portsmouth Position Objective:
To reduce violence in Portsmouth by:
1.
Leading recruitment, enrollment, and follow-up communication between staff, clients, and prospective clients.
2.
Helping ACT NOW Portsmouth clients and their families move toward positive and productive lives free of violence by providing access to educational, vocational, career, and health services and resources.
3.
Promoting non-violence.
EXPECTATIONS/COMPETENCIES:
The list is intended be a representation of the qualifications, knowledge, skills, and abilities required for this position.
Ability to establish relationships and build trust with diverse individuals.
Commitment to working toward positive community change.
Knowledge of educational, vocational, workforce development, physical and mental health resources in Portsmouth Knowledge of mental health issues related to violence and trauma.
Excellent communication skills Good conflict resolution skills Good crisis intervention skills Knowledge of neighborhoods most affected by community violence Basic knowledge of juvenile justice and child welfare systems Culturally competent and able to work with diverse populations.
Integrity in handling sensitive information in a confidential manner.
A bachelor's degree in a relevant field is preferred.
DUTIES AND
Responsibilities:
Enrolling target youth and families in ACT NOW Safe and Successful Youth Initiative.
Develop collaborative relationships with law enforcement partners to identify high-impact youth and prioritize those to be recruited in the ACT NOW Safe and Successful Youth Initiative.
Develop positive and supportive relationships with residents and community groups.
Help individuals deal with stressful events or situations without violence.
Model effective and positive attitudes and choices.
Promote peace.
Celebrate successes, no matter how small.
Encourage healthy lifestyles and choices.
Mediate conflicts between individuals and/or groups Prevent larger-scale events or retaliatory violence before it occurs.
Use data to inform all decisions.
Attend weekly staff meetings.
Submit all required documents/reports as scheduled.
Keep a daily log documenting all activities.
Other duties as assigned.
Accountability:
The ACT NOW Portsmouth Peace Advocate reports to the Executive Director of Friends of the Portsmouth Juvenile Court, Inc.
Compensation:
The ACT NOW Portsmouth Peace Advocate is a 25-hour-per-week position at $26.
40 per hour.
This position is grant funded, as such, should funding be exhausted or not available, Friends of the Portsmouth Juvenile Court is under no obligation to continue the agreement.
Job Types:
Part-time, Contract Pay:
$33,000.
00 per year Expected hours:
25 per week
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible schedule Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance Schedule:
After school Weekends as needed Ability to commute/relocate:
Portsmouth, VA 23704:
Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required) License/Certification:
Driver's License (Required) Work Location:
Hybrid remote in Portsmouth, VA 23704.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
0 Portsmouth, VA Portsmouth, VA Part-time Contract Part-time Contract $33,000 a year $33,000 a year 18 hours ago 18 hours ago 18 hours ago Title:
ACT NOW Portsmouth Peace Advocate Supervisor:
Community Advocate & Coordinator Department:
Outreach & Enrollment Division:
ACT NOW Portsmouth Position Objective:
To reduce violence in Portsmouth by:
1.
Leading recruitment, enrollment, and follow-up communication between staff, clients, and prospective clients.
2.
Helping ACT NOW Portsmouth clients and their families move toward positive and productive lives free of violence by providing access to educational, vocational, career, and health services and resources.
3.
Promoting non-violence.
EXPECTATIONS/COMPETENCIES:
The list is intended be a representation of the qualifications, knowledge, skills, and abilities required for this position.
Ability to establish relationships and build trust with diverse individuals.
Commitment to working toward positive community change.
Knowledge of educational, vocational, workforce development, physical and mental health resources in Portsmouth Knowledge of mental health issues related to violence and trauma.
Excellent communication skills Good conflict resolution skills Good crisis intervention skills Knowledge of neighborhoods most affected by community violence Basic knowledge of juvenile justice and child welfare systems Culturally competent and able to work with diverse populations.
Integrity in handling sensitive information in a confidential manner.
A bachelor's degree in a relevant field is preferred.
DUTIES AND
Responsibilities:
Enrolling target youth and families in ACT NOW Safe and Successful Youth Initiative.
Develop collaborative relationships with law enforcement partners to identify high-impact youth and prioritize those to be recruited in the ACT NOW Safe and Successful Youth Initiative.
Develop positive and supportive relationships with residents and community groups.
Help individuals deal with stressful events or situations without violence.
Model effective and positive attitudes and choices.
Promote peace.
Celebrate successes, no matter how small.
Encourage healthy lifestyles and choices.
Mediate conflicts between individuals and/or groups Prevent larger-scale events or retaliatory violence before it occurs.
Use data to inform all decisions.
Attend weekly staff meetings.
Submit all required documents/reports as scheduled.
Keep a daily log documenting all activities.
Other duties as assigned.
Accountability:
The ACT NOW Portsmouth Peace Advocate reports to the Executive Director of Friends of the Portsmouth Juvenile Court, Inc.
Compensation:
The ACT NOW Portsmouth Peace Advocate is a 25-hour-per-week position at $26.
40 per hour.
This position is grant funded, as such, should funding be exhausted or not available, Friends of the Portsmouth Juvenile Court is under no obligation to continue the agreement.
Job Types:
Part-time, Contract Pay:
$33,000.
00 per year Expected hours:
25 per week
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible schedule Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance Schedule:
After school Weekends as needed Ability to commute/relocate:
Portsmouth, VA 23704:
Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required) License/Certification:
Driver's License (Required) Work Location:
Hybrid remote in Portsmouth, VA 23704.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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