Community Outreach Worker (Bilingual; Full-Time; Temporary)
Sunnyside Community Services · New York, NY · 2 wk ago
Administrative$48k–$50k/yrFull-time
SCS currently operates on a hybrid work model with three days in the office and two days remote.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with the Manager of Communications & Public Outreach to promote the Case Management program and its services.
- Engage with the community to identify and refer eligible individuals to the Case Management Program.
- Deliver presentations to agencies, practitioners, and community groups in-person, via Zoom or social media.
- Serve as the main referral source for the Case Management Program.
- Be available for occasional evening or weekend outreach events, presentations, or community engagements.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Document outreach activities and referrals for program evaluation and reporting purposes.
Requirements
- An associate’s degree in marketing from an accredited college/institution; or a high school diploma with two or more years performing outreach activities.
- Knowledge of social services.
- Experience working with the aging population.
- Knowledge of communities within Districts 1, 2, 3, and 5.
- Bilingual (Spanish, Greek, Bengali, Cantonese, or Mandarin).
- Excellent communication skills (written and verbal).
- Engagement skills.
Physical Requirements and Working Environment
- Travel by all forms of public transportation or car in the community; ability to use stairs if there is no elevator available.
- Ability to communicate orally and in writing with outside agencies, clients, staff, co-workers, and vendors.
- Good organizational skills.
- Ability to track and maintain accurate data.
Classification: Non-Exempt
Full Time/Temporary until June 30, 2027
Reports to: Case Management Director
Pay
$48,000 – $50,000 annually
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, dental and vision insurance
- 403(b) retirement plan with employer contribution
- Flexible spending account and transit program
- Employee Assistance Program
- 20 days of paid vacation and 12 paid sick days per year
- 10 paid holidays
- Six personal/floating days
- Life Insurance
- Long-term disability