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Position Summary

TheTailor MadeViolence Interrupter (VI)is a key position within the Urban Services YMCA program that supports youth as they transition into healthy adulthood. The role provides case management, mentorship, enrichment activities, referrals, andadditionalsocial services to youth and their families in San Francisco.

The Violence Interruptermonitorsstudents' academic progress, attendance, and case plan goals, and advocates for needed services and resources. The position also connects students to community and city/county programs whilemaintainingdetailed records of case notes, services delivered, and progress toward goals. The Violence Interrupter works with SFUSD middle and high school students before, during, and after school, supporting youth throughout the district.

Job Responsibilities

Case Management & Client Support

• Manage a caseload of 20-25 participants, providing one-on-one and group sessions as needed.

• Conduct intakes, assessments, and case planning for youth ages 11-18, following YMCA program standards and safety protocols.

• Support participants in setting short- and long-term goals andconnectthem toadditionalservices.

• Maintainaccuratecase files, including demographic, academic, attendance information, and case notes.

• Track participant data and program statistics.

• Provide youth and families with information and referrals to community resources.

Community Engagement & Outreach

• Encourage community involvement, civic engagement, and family participation in youth programs.

• Conduct outreach and attend community meetings to increase awareness of YMCA services.

• Build and sustain partnerships with YMCA collaborators, local businesses, employment agencies, and community organizations.

Program Development & Support

• Lead orfacilitateinformation and support groups as needed.

Professional Development & Meetings

• Participate in required staff meetings,trainings, and case conferences to support ongoing growth and program quality.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

The work environment is primarily basedinschools and community settings, with a mix of office and fieldwork. The position requires frequent interaction with youth, families, and community members, and the ability to work in diverse, sometimes challenging environments.The role may involve occasional standing, walking, andlifting upto 25 pounds.Flexibility isrequiredto adapt to various settings and situations, with occasional evening or weekend hours depending on program needs.

Disclaimers

• Must successfully complete a background screening, including criminal and employment verification. Some positions may also require a credit check.

• All duties and responsibilities are essential jobfunctionssubject to reasonable accommodation. The YMCA of Greater San Francisco promotes an equal employment opportunity workplace, which includes reasonable accommodation for otherwise qualified disabled applicants and employees. Please contact your manager if you have any questions about this policy or these job duties.

• This job description may not be all-inclusive, and employees are expected to perform other duties as assigned by management. Job descriptions and duties may bemodifiedby management as needed.

• Job offers are conditional and contingent upon background clearance.Pursuant tothe San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance and CA Fair Chance Act, we will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records for employment.

Salary Description

The hourly wage forCase Manager - Tailor Made Violence Interrupterposition ranges from $27.00 to $29.00, based on industry benchmarking, organizational compensation structures, and alignment with grant fund approvals. Final compensation will bedeterminedby factors such as experience, qualifications, and available funding for the position.