Community Engagement Specialist

Responsibilities

• With leadership from the FFT Program Director, develop strategic partnerships with neighborhood CBOs to generate referral and resource partnerships
• Collaborate with the FFT Program Director on outreach strategies and activities with the community to build awareness of Atlas programming
• Engage and liaise with the community, including attending evening and weekend community events, conducting outreach, and supporting borough-based initiatives
• Engage with Atlas Initiative stakeholders, including model developers, and agency referral partners
• Collaborate with the FFT Program Director and FFT therapists on client engagement planning
• Assist with crisis intervention, support, and safety planning to program participants as needed
• Engage with participants’ families and other close connections; provide supportive services and referrals for participants’ families as needed

Requirements

• High School Diploma required.
• Experience with the criminal justice system as a returning citizen from a Department of Corrections or House of Corrections in any State. It cannot currently be under any form of supervision. At least one year from release or disposition, desired
• Experience working with and mentoring high-risk populations
• Understanding of pre-trial or re-entry programming and the needs of citizens who have committed or are at high risk of committing a violent felony offense
• Understanding and personal experience with the criminal justice system, substance use disorder, homelessness, unemployment, and self-motivation
• Strong ability to connect to educational, vocational, internship/apprenticeships, and employment opportunities
• Knowledge of career exploration, case management, internships, and job search strategies is a plus but not required
• Must be able to provide references, required
• Strong interpersonal skills, facilitation skills, and the ability to connect with people with diverse and intersecting identities
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite: Word, Excel and PowerPoint

Benefits

• Benefit Status: This position is eligible for benefits, including paid vacation and sick leave, medical and dental insurance, retirement, life and disability insurance.