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Violence Prevention Caseworker

Rochester, NY (http://maps.google.com/maps?q=244+Plymouth+Avenue+Rochester+NY+USA+14611) • Rise Up Rochester

Job Type

Part-time

Description

Violence Prevention Caseworker

Rise Up Rochester

Rochester, NY [On-Site]

Part-Time [Nonexempt] : 20 hours per week

Put the CARE in your CAREER!

At CCSI, our mission is to activate possibilities for our customers and employees through collaboration, compassion, equity, and imagination. For more than 30 years, CCSI has been a leading non-profit partner to local governments, schools, and community-based organizations, helping them improve their business processes so they can focus on their missions. If you’re looking for a career with purpose that creates lasting change in the community, we encourage you to apply.

We are seeking a talentedViolence Prevention Caseworkerto join our team of nearly 500 employees. Rise up Rochester is a nonprofit that empowers the community to establish and maintain a nonviolent culture. Rise Up Rochester provides assistance to individuals affected by crimes and their families. The role of the Violence Prevention Caseworker at Rise Up Rochester involves dedicated support for our clients. As a caseworker, you will focus on delivering comprehensive case management services aligned with the objectives outlined in the safety plan. Your responsibilities will include ensuring the fulfillment of clients' fundamental needs and maintaining regular communication to monitor the implementation of their safety plan, while also aiding them in progressing towards personal sustainability.

CCSI is partnering withRise Up Rochesterto hire aViolence Prevention Caseworker.This position is employed by CCSI and working on behalf ofRise Up Rochester.

In this role, you will

Casework Management:

+ Conduct thorough assessments of individuals affected by violence to identify their unique needs and challenges.

+ Develop and implement personalized case plans to address immediate safety concerns and long-term well-being.

+ Document consistently and accurately in records all contacts with clients.

Housing Solutions:

+ Collaborate with community resources and agencies to secure safe and suitable housing options for clients.

+ Advocate for clients in securing temporary and permanent housing solutions, addressing homelessness or unsafe living conditions.

+ Conduct safety checks when temporary housing is secured.

Hotel Safety Checks:

+ Coordinate with outreach workers to conduct safety checks in hotels to ensure clients are not damaging the property.

+ Work closely with hotel management to address any concerns and maintain positive relationships.

Basic Needs and Crisis Support:

+ Develop and implement a comprehensive plan to ensure that the basic needs of all clients are met.

+ Provide 20-30 hours per week in direct support related to crisis and response.

Guidance and Support:

+ Provide guidance to tenants in problem-solving, conflict resolution, and assistance with housing needs.

+ Offer case management to victims, their families, and neighborhoods directly impacted by a violent incident.

Privacy and Confidentiality:

+ Maintain the privacy and security of information provided by participants.

+ Ensure complete confidentiality of participant encounters, referrals, and case management records.

Community Collaboration:

+ Collaborate with other organizations engaged in community outreach to enhance collective efforts.

+ Participate in community events and initiatives aimed at violence prevention and support.

Other Duties:

+ Perform other duties as assigned, contributing to the overall effectiveness of the violence prevention program.

Requirements

What You Bring

+ Minimum of Associate degree plus 5 years of work experience in crisis intervention and/or violence prevention (see CCSI's equivalency chart (https://www.ccsi.org/CCSI/media/pdfs/Equivalency-chart.pdf) )

Required for this position are:

+ Ability to work flexible hours

+ Satisfactory completion of all required background screenings.

+ Must possess a valid class D New York State Driver's license and have access to reliable transportation

+ Respect the confidential nature of all CCSI and CCSI customer information you are exposed to in the course of your work performance. Staff working directly with protected health information /electronically stored protected health information, personally identifiable information, and other patient/consumer/customer data, will abide by the specific procedures and policies outlined by CCSI’s Code of Conduct and CCSI’s Privacy and Security Policies, New York State regulations and Federal regulations.

At CCSI, you’ll enjoy

+ Market-competitive compensation

+ An award-winningWellness@Work (https://www.ccsi.org/employment/wellness-initiatives/) and employee benefits program.

+ An organization that is committed toracial equity and anti-racist practices (https://www.ccsi.org/employment/racial-equity-and-justice-initiative-reji/) .

+ Continuousprofessional development (https://www.ccsi.org/employment/professional-development/) opportunities.

+ A voice (https://www.ccsi.org/employment/employee-engagement/) in shaping CCSI’s ever-evolving diverse company culture.

We AreCCSI! (https://www.ccsi.org/)

For more than 30 years, CCSI has been a leading non-profit partner to government agencies, schools, and community-based organizations in the mental and behavioral health space. We aim to maximize these organizations’ potential to serve their communities by supporting their business operations and staffing needs. We dream of communities where everyone flourishes, and we are proud to help our customers move towards that goal.

At CCSI, you are not just part of a team, you are part of a community. You do not just fit in, you belong. We are proud of our steadfast commitment to equity, working diligently to remedy the impact of systems of racism and other forms of oppression to ensure that everyone in our employee community can flourish. We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to consider joining us.

CCSI does not accept inquiries from third-party recruiters or search agencies.

Coordinated Care Services, Inc (CCSI) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Salary Description

$23-$25/hr