VPI Outreach Worker

Founded in 1973, The Puerto Rican Cultural Center (PRCC) is a non-profit, community-based umbrella institution that seeks to serve the socio-cultural needs of Chicago’s Puerto Rican and Latino community. It is built on the following principles: a philosophy of self-determination, a methodology of self-actualization and critical thought, and an ethics of self-reliance best expressed in the motto, “To live and help to live.”

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfy each essential duty. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Qualifications

? Ability to effectively communicate, connect with, and motivate youth and/or young adults away from impulsive behavior that will lead to violence.

? Ability to stay calm in response to emergencies.

? Experience working with at-risk, gang-involved, or impacted youth and/or adults is required.

? Applicants with personal experience in overcoming violence/ incarceration / violence-related injuries/ gang involvement / the criminal justice system are especially encouraged to apply. However, candidates should have been released from incarceration for at least 24 months.

? Knowledge of urban youth issues, specifically youth violence and juvenile justice;

? Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team;

? Must have strong communication and organizational skills, and possess the ability to communicate effectively with staff members, clients, vendors, and the public;

? Ability to work well with diverse populations;

? Proactive, and demonstrates initiative, flexibility, and willingness to try new approaches

? Punctual and extremely reliable;

? Highly organized and detail-oriented;

? Candidate must be computer literate;

? Must be able to present oneself and program in a professional manner;

? Flexibility to work evenings & weekends;

? Ability to work in stressful situations;

? High School Diploma or GED preferred; applicants working toward completion of GED/diploma will be accepted.

? Must have a driver's license, reliable car, valid insurance, and DMV clearance throughout your time of employment;

? A Minimum of 2 years of experience working with at-risk gang-involved or impacted youth is required. A minimum of 1 year of case management or violence interruption experience is strongly preferred.