Making Change

Suports GBPS and affiliate initiatives to strengthen networking opportunities, increase awareness, and education to foster coalition building alternative program services aimed a developing protective factors reduce risks associated with underage drinking and accompanying negative behaviors.

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Consistent with GBPS 'mission, values and operating standards, provides overall project management and responsible for coordinating and implementing partnership activities among the members of Grand Boulevard and its Strategy Teams/Coalitions and affiliated coalitions. Coordinates project with Coalition and CAP 'Associate Executive.

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Responsible for the planning, implementation of the GBPS Alcohol and Substance Abuse awareness program, and administration of the educational strategy to assist GBPS's Coalition strategies to meet its mission.

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Supports GBPS coalition with administrative details and accomplishments of coalition objectives, updates and monitors GBPS task as delegated to assist with ensuring progress to meet deadline.

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SUMMARY:     The Community Outreach Worker serves as a resource to the community to help local residents mobilize and organize around an identified and recurring circumstance/issues impacting the community. Community Outreach Prevention Specialist (4): To recruit and screen youth for supportive services and link to case manager/resources within community.  Will also mentor, monitor and intervene with conflict approach methods and provide support to youth engaged in risky behaviors and potential violence episodes. 

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: The primary function of the Community Outreach Worker is to assist the organization conduct outreach and recruit, and refer participants whom are eligible for program services within the GBPS violence prevention program, Know Yourself. The position has a knowledge of the essential elements of community organizing, outreach, and violence prevention techniques to engage at risk youth in violence prevention services.

·       Assist in the identification and recruitment of participants, and community partners need to address identified violence prevention within the targeted community areas.  

·       Encourage participants to attend program services regularly and to remain cognizant of progress and tasks necessary to meet resolution for identified issues.

·       Conduct Assessment and Individual Goal Plan with Youth

·       Refer as necessary to additional services, mental health, employment, housing, and other social

·       Provide technical assistance training in planning and strategizing efforts to resolve conflict, and to gain overall community support on how to address the issue.

·       Familiarity with CPD, juvenile justice, and other parties that work with at risk individual process for referring participants to GBPS.

·       Conduct follow up with participants, and available for participants situations that impact ability to reduce at risk behaviors.

·       Foster self-determination by helping participants and stakeholders in learning skills to negotiate conflict, and to obtain basic needs.

·       Ensure high standard of ethics by providing for youth/family confidentiality.

·       Participate fully as a team member.

·       Work collaboratively with other agencies/community stakeholders to enhance services to prevent violence within communities.

·       Attend training relating to professional growth.

Experience:Experience working in community organizing to increase community involvement for resolution of community issues. Special Knowledge/Skills: Must possess ability to identify key stakeholders, community representative, case management, and retention services to youth participants/young adults, and communicate project purpose to address ‘community issues. Engage, recruit and work within indigenous communities to establish community committees/coalition to address identified community concerns.iption

The Grants Quality and Sustainability Manager will play a pivotal role in ensuring the successful execution and long-term sustainability of grant-funded projects. This position will be responsible for overseeing project management, monitoring grant outcomes, and developing strategies to sustain program funding beyond the grant period.

Key Responsibilities

1. Project Management:

   • Develop and implement comprehensive project plans, timelines, and budgets for grant-funded initiatives.

   • Monitor project progress, identify potential risks, and take corrective actions as needed.

   • Ensure adherence to grant guidelines, reporting requirements, and deliverables.

   • Coordinate with project teams, stakeholders, and external partners to facilitate efficient project execution.

2. Grant Outcome Monitoring:

   • Track and measure project outcomes against established goals and objectives.

   • Collect and analyze data to assess project effectiveness and identify areas for improvement.

   • Prepare regular reports on project progress and outcomes for internal and external stakeholders.

3. Sustainability Planning:

   • Develop strategies to ensure the long-term sustainability of grant-funded programs beyond the grant period.

   • Explore opportunities for continued funding through various sources, including public and private grants, partnerships, and fundraising initiatives.

   • Identify potential revenue streams or cost-saving measures to support program operations.

4. Grant Reporting:

   • Prepare and submit accurate and timely grant reports to funders, adhering to all reporting requirements.

   • Ensure compliance with grant reporting guidelines and regulations.

5. Compliance and Risk Management:

   • Monitor compliance with grant terms and conditions, regulations, and ethical standards.

   • Identify and mitigate potential risks that could impact project success or sustainability.

The Assistant Project Manager plays a crucial role in the successful implementation of the Know Your Self Project, a youth development and violence prevention program. This position is responsible for assisting the Project Manager in all aspects of program operations, including supervising community workers, conducting case management, and ensuring program goals are met.

Key Responsibilities:

• Community Worker Supervision:

  • Oversee the daily activities of community workers, providing guidance, support, and performance feedback.

  • Conduct regular staff meetings to discuss program progress, address challenges, and ensure consistent implementation of program activities.

  • Assist in the recruitment, hiring, and training of new community workers.

  • Monitor staff performance and conduct regular performance reviews.

• Case Management:

  • Conduct intake assessments for new participants, including bio-psycho-social assessments and asset/strengths-based inventories.

  • Develop and implement individualized case plans for each participant, addressing their specific needs and goals.

  • Monitor participant progress, track outcomes, and make adjustments to case plans as needed.

  • Provide ongoing support and guidance to participants, including referrals to mental health, substance use, and housing services.

  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all participant interactions and progress.

• Program Implementation:

  • Assist in the development and implementation of program activities, including mentoring sessions, life skills workshops, and community events.

  • Coordinate logistics for program events, including scheduling, venue selection, and materials procurement.

  • Facilitate workshops and trainings for participants as needed.

  • Ensure program activities are delivered in accordance with program guidelines and best practices.

• Data Collection and Reporting:

  • Collect and analyze program data, including attendance records, referral data, and participant outcomes.

  • Prepare regular reports on program progress for the Project Manager and other stakeholders.

  • Assist with the development of program evaluations and data analysis.

• Community Engagement:

  • Build and maintain relationships with community partners, including schools, businesses, and other organizations.

  • Represent the program at community events and meetings.

  • Assist with the planning and implementation of community outreach activities.

• Other Duties as Assigned:

  • Participate in program planning meetings and staff development activities.

  • Assist with grant writing and reporting as needed.

  • Perform other duties as assigned by the Project Manager.