Community Outreach Liaison

America Works of New York

New York, New York

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Canvassing, Career Development, Communication Skills, Community Programs, Community Relations, Homeless Services, Interpersonal Skills, Marketing, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Product Family, Microsoft SharePoint, Multilingual, Organizational Skills, Salesforce.com, Social Media, Team Player, User Documentation
LOCATION
New York, New York
POSTED
7 days ago

Job Title: Community Liaison

Salary Range: $46,000 annual salary with benefits

Location: Morningside/Hamilton Heights

Purpose: A socially-conscious company is seeking a Community Liaison for a Family Enrichment Center in Morningside/Hamilton Heights. The ideal candidate is self-motivated and excited to use their skills in outreach, community engagement, and relationship-building to promote the center and assist underserved families.

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Represent the Family Enrichment Center (FEC) and conduct outreach at community events and venus
  • Build partnerships between the FEC and community organizations, public institutions (e.g. schools), coalitions, and others to increase engagement with tehse entities and leverage resources or expertise for FEC offerings
  • Create guides, toolkits, or other resources that help increase access to, and awareness of, the FEC, especially for parents and caregivers of children and youth and those that are typically more isolated or marginalized
  • Support the FEC's ability to connect caregivers and families to local resources, services, and other supports
  • Regularly conduct outreach in the commnunity, which may include but is not limited to:
    • Make outgoing calls to community organizations and potential partners
    • Utilize digital and print marketing
    • Participate in community events
    • Canvass neighborhoods
    • Planning and hosting outreach events
  • Increase awareness of the program among the general public and local community
  • Interact and greet visitors, including new and current participants, partners, and other stakeholders
  • Model professionalism and inclusiveness, cultivate a safe environment for career development, and motivated clients to find full-time employment

Desired Qualifications

  • Minimum of Bachelor's Degree
  • At least three (3) years of professional experience
  • Experience working with community-driven programs and working directly with children, youth, and families
  • Knowledge of and/or lived experience in the Morningside/Hamilton Heights area preferred
  • Outstanding people/interpersonal, community organizing, collaboration, and advocacy skills
  • Bilingual candidates strongly encouraged to apply
  • Outreach and canvassing skills/experience preferred
  • Ability to attend community and outreach events through the community
  • Knowledge of Canva and social media management tools a plus
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Salesforce, Microsoft Teams, and SharePoint preferred
  • Experience and/or passion for serving individuals from disadvantaged and underserved populations, including but not limited to public assistance recipients, justice-involved individuals, persons with physical and/or mental disabilities, and individuals experiencing homelessness
  • Strong communication skills, professional demeanor, sound judgment, and strong organizational skills

Benefits

  • Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Generous Paid Time Off Package
  • 401K Matching After 1 Year
  • Free Gym Membership at NYSC After 1 Year
  • Wonderful team, great work-life balance, and an opportunity to work towards an important mission of helping individuals achieve self-sufficiency
 

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America Works of New York