Community Outreach Worker Job at Foundation 2 Crisis Services, Cedar Rapids, IA

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  • Foundation 2 Crisis Services
  • Cedar Rapids, IA

Job Description

Reports to: Violence Prevention Program Coordinator

Location: Cedar Rapids, Iowa

Hours: Full time, in-person; Monday-Friday 10:00 am- 6:00 pm.

About Foundation 2 Crisis Services

Foundation 2 Crisis Services is a mission-driven, non-profit organization that provides critical crisis intervention and prevention services across Iowa. We operate a 24/7 crisis center, including phone, text, and chat services. We also operate an emergency youth shelter, mental health support groups, community-based crisis programs, violence prevention, training, and more. We have been saving lives for over 50 years. Join our team today!

Overview of the role

Provide case management and mentoring for Fostering Futures Violence Prevention at-risk/group involved youth, young adults and families according to program policies. To learn and implement the competencies of the Group Violence Intervention model to apply the principles to working with at-risk/group involved youth, young adults and families, law enforcement, system services, and other community partners. Focus on trauma informed, strength and solution-based practices while empowering the clientele we work with. Performs required documentation duties and maintain client files with detail and organization including data collection and reports on client progress based on program descriptions. Facilitate and model positive life skills lessons.

Monday-Friday 10:00 am- 6:00 pm. There will be evenings and some weekends may be required by client needs or community events.

Benefits

· Hourly wage at $19.00, plus our generous benefit package of $12,000 per year. Flexible benefit dollars can be used toward medical insurance and other benefits. Funds not used for benefits will be added to your paycheck as taxable income. To learn more about the Foundation 2 benefit package visit:

· Generous paid time off, including floating mental wellness days.

· Quarterly wellness benefit reimbursements to support a sense of wellbeing.

· Two weeks of paid parental leave following the birth or adoption of a child.

· Optional pet insurance to cover emergency expenses.

· Retirement plans with Foundation 2 Crisis Services’ matching contributions.

· Go to sleep at night knowing that work you did matters. Foundation 2 staff save lives every day.

Who you are:

· Compassionate. You have compassion for clients and a willingness to understand and exercise trauma-informed care practices.

· Client-centered. You are dedicated and passionate about working with individuals at the highest-risk of group violence and/or victimization. You know it is an honor to be trusted and to support people at their most vulnerable.

· Quick thinking. You recognize that you will often have multiple irons in the fire at once and will be challenged to manage competing priorities.

· Role model and leader. You are a mentor and compassionate leader who is excited about supporting staff and colleagues.

· Team player. You enjoy working with individuals from diverse backgrounds and are proud to represent your program.

What you’ll do

· Provide case management and mentoring for Fostering Futures Violence Prevention at-risk/group involved youth, young adults and families according to program policies.

· To learn and implement the competencies of the Group Violence Intervention model to apply the principles to working with at-risk/group involved youth, young adults and families, law enforcement, system services, and other community partners.

· Focus on trauma informed, strength and solution-based practices while empowering the clientele we work with.

· Performs required documentation duties and maintain client files with detail and organization including data collection and reports on client progress based on program descriptions.

· Facilitate and model positive life skills lessons.

What you need

· High school diploma or equivalent.

· Associate degree and one (1) year of human service experience.

· And two (2) or more years relevant experience.

· Comfort using basic computer software.

· Basic typing and data entry skills.

· Valid driver’s license and be insurable by the agency auto insurance policy.

· Pass all background checks completed by Foundation 2 Crisis Services.

· Live in Iowa.

· Live within 50 miles of Cedar Rapids, IA.

· Be at least 21 years of age.

· Successfully complete required trainings within required time periods.

· Plus 2 years of human service experience.

· Experience working with and compassion for at-risk young people preferred.

· Experience in strengths-based practices preferred. Experience in conflict resolution and de-escalation techniques preferred.

· Ability to clearly communicate emotional support to people in crisis preferred.

Your Application

We’re excited to hear from you! To join the Foundation 2 Crisis Services team, please email your resume and cover letter to jobs@foundation2.org. No inquiries by phone. All questions will be answered during an initial virtual interview. Resumes, applications, and cover letter accepted until position filled.

Foundation 2 Crisis Services is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service or other non-merit factor.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $19.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Full time, Live in, Monday to Friday, Sleeping nights, Flexible hours, Night shift, Weekend work, Afternoon shift,

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