Workforce Development Coordinator

INSTITUTE FOR NONVIOLENCE CHICAGO

POSITION TITLE: Workforce Development Coordinator

REPORTS TO: Senior Vice President of Operations

The Institute for Nonviolence Chicago’s mission is to end the cycle of violence using Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s principles and teachings of nonviolence. Informed by a philosophy of nonviolence, Nonviolence Chicago will establish caring and sustained relationships with participants engaged in the cycle of violence. We will emphasize partnerships with community members, leaders, social service providers, and local law enforcement to reduce community levels of violence. We will help create a safer, healthier environment for young adults, youth, and their families. These general approaches will be specifically addressed using for major methods: Community Violence Intervention (CVI) / Street Outreach, Individualized Service Provision, Victim Support Services, and Nonviolence Training.

POSITION OVERVIEW: The Workforce Development Coordinator will support workforce programming in all three neighborhoods served by INVC and is passionate about helping high-risk participants overcome barriers to meaningful employment. The Coordinator supports the day-to-day operations of the workforce department, however does not provide direct classroom instruction. The Coordinator maintains the program schedule, acts as a thought partner with departmental leadership, supports efforts of workforce specialists (who do provide classroom instruction) to deepen relationships with all participants, and ensures the work is translated into meaningful, accurate data collection and reporting.

This position is ideal for a candidate who is detail-oriented, proactive and excited about the opportunity to take on innovative, new projects and partnerships. The Coordinator will also support SC2 workforce initiatives and play a significant role in supporting the day-to-day partnership between INVC and the Cara Collective which provides programming onsite at INVC’s Austin office. This position requires flexibility, the ability to thrive in an evolving environment and the commitment to build trusting relationships with a diverse staff. The Coordinator leads with a trauma-informed lens and maintains a deep commitment to the mission of INVC and the field of community violence intervention.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Support day-to-day workforce programming in all three neighborhoods INVC serves (Austin, West Garfield Park and Back of the Yards):

o Support the outreach and workforce departments in the planning of each workforce cohort, including maintaining the participant list, making sure all participants have completed required documentation (such as consent, participant agreement, etc.) and communicating finalized participant list with appropriate coworkers in advance of the cohort starting

o Maintain the program schedule, communicate schedule changes to coworkers, organize CEO visits to each classroom/cohort, and support guest speakers

o Monitor attendance and communicate with specialists to ensure absences are relayed to outreach workers. Confirm appropriate action is taken with adherence to attendance policy

o Collaborate with colleagues in the behavioral health department to make sure that cognitive behavioral intervention (CBI) and trauma education instruction is scheduled and participants complete all modules

o Work with specialists to make sure job readiness assessments are completed for each participant and within the appropriate timeframe

o Collaborate with the finance department to make sure participants receive their program stipends and troubleshoot issues as they arise

o In partnership with departmental leadership, plan, schedule, and execute workforce graduations at the end of each 10-week workforce cohort

· Understand the Scaling Community Violence Intervention for a Safer Chicago (SC2) initiative, the SC2 Austin Collaborative and the deliverables of the project as it relates to workforce development.

o Support SC2 workforce development programming in additional neighborhoods if/when additional neighborhoods come online

· In collaboration with the internal SC2 team and the Senior VP, play a significant role in the day-to-day partnership between INVC and the Cara Collective which provides programming onsite at INVC’s Austin office. Participate in regular planning and strategy meetings about the partnership.

· Meet consistently with specialists and departmental leadership to review participant progress, identify gaps and meaningful ways to support participant goals, and make sure information articulated aligns with data collection

· Learn data systems CiviCore and Apricot. Collaborate with colleagues in data department to make sure outcomes are being tracked and grant deliverables are being communicated in regular reporting

· Maintain basic knowledge of workforce development funding sources. Collaborate with colleagues in the finance department and the Senior VP to support monthly/quarterly reporting and make sure spending is in line with grant allocations

· Support the growth and development of the staff within the workforce development department

· Assist with the development and implementation of quality assurance/quality improvement and make sure it is applied evenly across neighborhoods

QUALIFICATIONS:

● Bachelor’s degree in human services field (ie. sociology, social work, etc.); master’s degree preferred

● At least three-five years year’s professional experience preferably in the non-profit, foundation or government sector

● Excellent computer skills and experience working closely with Microsoft Excel

● Ability to navigate ambiguity and be a strong self-starter; generate original ideas and to solve complex problems

● Demonstrated commitment to professional development and to bettering yourself

● Familiarity with Chicago neighborhoods and the fundamental drivers of violence

● Ability to take initiative, work as a self-starter and lead by example

● Ability and commitment to maintain high level of confidentiality

● Demonstrated experience serving as a problem-solver in a complex environment

● Excellent verbal communication skills, and ability to communicate effectively in writing

● Willingness to learn and commit to the principles of nonviolence, restorative justice and trauma-informed practices

● No pending criminal cases or prior convictions for sexual assault, child abuse or domestic violence

● Valid Illinois driver’s license, insurance, and good driving record

SALARY RANGE:

Compensation is commensurate with years of related experience, position requirements, and candidate qualifications. The average salary for the position is: $60,000-$65,000.

BENEFITS:

The Institute puts our people first with a top-of-the-line benefits package.

· Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) of IL Medical Coverage options that support all levels of staff (including Part-Time): HMO, PPO, and HSA (PPO).

· ZERO: A free benefit for BCBS PPO members that helps find the least expensive option for medical.

· MFS will contribute $2,000 to individual and $4,000 to family HSA Accounts through our HSA coverage, all front-loaded at the start of the year, or the start of your HSA enrollment.

· Teladoc services provided to all employees: A no-cost benefit providing general medicine and behavioral health services, no insurance.

· Dental HMO and PPO options through Guardian.

· VSP vision insurance with one of the largest networks in the Chicago-land

· Company-paid individual life insurance policy of $100,000, with a wide range of additional, employee-cost.

· Company-paid individual Short-Term Disability (STD) and Long-Term Disability (LTD).

· Five Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options ranging from Health to Contribute your pre-tax dollars where you need them the most.

· Ascensus 401K Plan with up to a 4% Match, vested at 100% on day one.

· 12 paid holidays.

· Starting with 15 days of PTO, maxing at 30 days after 3 years of service.

· Training and Professional Development Plan

· Pet Insurance options for your furry (or non-furry) friends.

· Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

· Free Will preparation services.

· On-staff notaries available to eligible employees.

· ALEX, AI-powered assistance that will make your benefit decisions.

To apply, please send a cover letter along with your resume to hiring@nonviolencechicago.org.

Institute for Nonviolence Chicago -- EEO Statement

Institute for Nonviolence Chicago provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Institute for Nonviolence Chicago complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the organization has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.