Job description
Are you looking for an opportunity to advance your career while working with an extraordinary team? At Merakey, we put heart and soul into everything we do. We are seeking a Violence Prevention Specialist o join our team at our program in Philadelphia, PA.
Earn $81,000+/year
Individual will work for the IBHS Program to educate employees & school staff as well as children and their families on violence prevention techniques and awareness, as well as coping mechanisms specific to gun violence. Individual will maintain relationships with local community members and partners in order to lead support groups and educational programs.
BENEFITS
Merakey offers Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance plans, competitive compensation plans, work/life balance, flexible schedules, cell phone discount plans, employee referral bonuses, tuition reimbursement and much more!
To fill out an on-line application: www.merakey.org/careers
Requisition number: 83247
ABOUT MERAKEY
Merakey is a leading developmental, behavioral health, and education non-profit provider with a fifty-year history. We offer a breadth of integrated services to individuals and communities across the country. Our belief that every individual has the right to achieve growth, dignity, and fulfillment guides all of our decisions. At Merakey, we care about each other and are committed to providing the very best care to those we serve. Merakey strictly follows a zero-tolerance policy for abuse.
Merakey is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer! We deeply value diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, ethnic background, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or disability status. Moreover, we are committed to creating teams that reflect the diversity of the communities we serve and encourage applicants from underrepresented backgrounds to apply.
Requirements:- Master's Degree preferred with emphasis in Social Work, Criminal Justice, Education and/or Counseling
- Experience facilitating trauma informed groups/workshops
- Experience coordinating community events
- Experience in public speaking is preferred, and prior violence prevention curriculum implementation
- Experience developing and growing programs
- An in-depth knowledge of and experience working with Philadelphia communities
- Experience and knowledge of at-risk youth and gang involvement preferred
- Able to travel throughout Philadelphia County
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