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SalarySNUG (Should Never Use Guns) Outreach Worker Job Description/Duties:
The SNUG Street Outreach program is an evidence-based, violence reduction initiative that treats gun violence as a disease by identifying its causes and interrupting its transmission. There are 15 SNUG programs across New York State.
An Outreach worker/ credible messenger responds to shootings to prevent retaliation and to assist family members of those who have been injured or killed. They engage the community, religious organizations and clergy, and local businesses through rallies and special events. Outreach workers also meet with high-risk youth involved with the program to set goals with an emphasis on providing educational and job opportunities. Additional services include drug and alcohol treatment, education and college preparations, resume building, job training readiness and referrals, anger management courses and other resources to promote positive life skills.
The Outreach Worker role provides the community with a resource that will assist the victims of crime, save lives and improve community safety by changing behaviors, attitudes and social norms related to gun violence. Outreach Workers will work with victims of crime to connect them to services.
Weekly:
- Canvas designated zones or other areas that have been assigned by supervisor.
- Mediate conflicts that could lead to violence in target area.
- Visit highest risk participants (must have minimum of 6 in person contacts per month) and helping with any obstacles they might have.
- Participate in weekly one to one supervision with management.
- Participate in weekly staff meetings.
Daily
- Enter daily log, case notes, and mediations in SNUG database daily
- Work with community stakeholders to educate the community about violence (1-minute pitch).
- Work with both victims and perpetrators of crime (who are often victims themselves) to provide connections to services
- Fulfill other responsibilities, as required.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $50,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
