Specialist / leader Job at KAVI Kings Against Violence Initiative, New York, NY

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  • KAVI Kings Against Violence Initiative
  • New York, NY

Job Description

Activity Specialists will join a dynamic team of individuals who work hard, are creative, seize opportunities for growth, and think “out of the box.” Peer Facilitators are vital to our organization, and we foster opportunities for professional growth.

About KAVI - Kings Against Violence Initiative

KAVI is a nonprofit, 501(c)(3) youth-serving organization with a mission to prevent and eliminate interpersonal violence from the lives of young people through advocacy, peer leadership, community mobilization, and advancing social justice. KAVI promotes community wellness and healing by operating high-impact youth violence prevention and intervention programs in Central Brooklyn by incorporating trauma-informed care, public health principles, and social work practices. Our programs take place in hospital-based, school, and community settings. We are a fast-paced, rapidly growing nonprofit organization. We seek to build a team composed of individuals who are willing to work hard, be creative, build on opportunities, and think “out of the box.”

Description

About Kings Against Violence Initiative (KAVI)

Kings Against Violence Initiative, Inc. (KAVI) is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) youth-serving organization with a mission to prevent and eliminate interpersonal violence from the lives of young people through advocacy, peer leadership, community mobilization, and social justice.


KAVI promotes community wellness and healing by operating high-impact youth violence prevention and intervention programs in Central Brooklyn. Our programs take place in hospital-based, school, and community settings. We also work with a broad range of partners to do community strengthening and healing programs.


KAVI is seeking qualified Activity Specialists/Peer Leaders. Activity Specialists will co-lead KAVI’s School and Community intervention programs. Peer Leaders will facilitate programming for KAVI youth development programs, additionally providing administrative duties. Peer Leaders will engage with KAVI’s leadership as thought partners for programming.


We are looking for energetic, outgoing youth aged 16-24 who want to make a difference in the lives of their peers and the community in which they live, are motivated, and strive to learn new things.


Activity Specialists will join a dynamic team of individuals who work hard, are creative, seize opportunities for growth, and think “out of the box.” Peer Facilitators are vital to our organization, and we foster opportunities for professional growth.


Read more about the organization here:


Job responsibilities include:

  • Facilitate program activities
  • Coach youth to adapt positive behaviors
  • Model KAVI’s anti-violence values and support positive youth development traits
  • Support KAVI’s Social Media postings
  • Complete program attendance sheets, timesheets, and work plans
  • Participate in regular team meetings and paid training
  • Develop positive relationships with peers


Qualifications:

  • A passion for the work of community development, youth development, and social equity
  • A passion for working in School Environments
  • A desire for professional growth
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a team
  • Basic computer skills are a plus but not required
  • A basic ability to work independently and or as a team player
  • Attention to detail and customer service skills are a must


Possible Shifts: Vary per site; generally, Peer Facilitators work
at least 10 hours per week, Monday through Friday. Saturday programs operate quarterly.


How to Apply: Please send your resume to jobs@kavibrooklyn.org and include “Peer Leader” in the subject line. KAVI offers a comprehensive employee benefits package.


KAVI is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. KAVI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act.


Salary

$20 - $20 per hour

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Part time, Monday to Friday, 10 hours per week, Shift work,

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