Outreach Worker
CFS · New Hyde Park, NY · 1 wk ago
Administrative$20–$23/hrFull-time
About the role
Looking to make a meaningful impact in your community while helping individuals and families access critical services? This opportunity offers direct client interaction, community outreach, and the chance to support vulnerable populations through important human services programs.
Responsibilities
- Conduct client intakes for human services programs.
- Connect individuals and families with community resources, referrals, and support services.
- Communicate with clients, healthcare providers, and community partners.
- Attend community outreach events and represent program services.
- Assist clients with maintaining eligibility for government programs and accessing needed resources.
- Support documentation and follow-up activities related to client services.
Requirements
- Experience conducting client intakes or assessments preferred.
- Experience working with vulnerable or underserved populations.
- Ability to interact effectively with clients, providers, and community organizations.
- Comfortable attending community events and working within the local service network.
- Basic Microsoft Excel and general computer skills.
Benefits
- Make a direct impact by helping children, young adults, and families connect with essential support services.
- Gain hands-on experience in community outreach, human services, and client advocacy.
- Work closely with healthcare providers, community organizations, and referral partners throughout Suffolk County.
- Build valuable experience navigating government assistance programs and community resources.
- Join a mission-driven organization serving multiple community-based programs.
- Develop client intake, case coordination, and community engagement skills that can support long-term career growth in social services.
- Balance office-based work with occasional community events and outreach activities throughout Suffolk County.
Pay
$20.00-$23.00/hour
Schedule
Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM