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    Outreach Worker - Long Island City, United States - FORTUNE SOCIETY INC

    FORTUNE SOCIETY INC
    FORTUNE SOCIETY INC Long Island City, United States

    5 days ago

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    Job DetailsJob LocationLong Island City
    • Long Island City, NYPosition TypeFull TimeSalary Range$40, $45,000.
    00 Salary/yearTravel PercentageUp to 50% Job ShiftDayDescriptionTitle: Outreach WorkerUnit: AdmissionsReports to: Director of

    Admissions Status:
    FT; Regular; Non-ExemptLocation: 5 boroughs, with central LIC office

    Days/Hours:
    Full week availability not to exceed 5 works days per week

    Position Summary:
    Responsible for successfully conducting outreach (including disseminating outreach materials) throughout 5 boroughs. Must be willing to work weekends.


    Essential Duties and Responsibilities:


    Represent The Fortune Society and its core services in a professional manner at a variety of health fairs, community events, farmer's markets, ect.;Collaboratively work with other community based organizations to link participants with SNAP;Must handout printed materials to individuals or to groups as part of presentations; Attend monthly SNAP taskforce meetings or any trainings related to SNAP eligibility;Follow a weekly field schedule from supervisor and provide daily and accurate reports of areas covered;Maintain inventory of outreach materials used in the field and accurately report to supervisor the specifics about materials used and areas covered;Able to identify potentially SNAP eligible individuals or households;Able to effectively organize and present information in group settings both formal and informal;Find/research outside organizations to network with in order to schedule pretentions;Able to work effectively both independently and collaboratively;Provide real time actionable recommendations on how to maximize outcomes for the program; andPerform other duties or tasks as directed.


    QualificationsQualifications:
    High school diploma or GED/HSE with certification from an accredited institution or an associates degree or some college or a bachelors degree or equivalent experience in relevant field of study (e.g. psychology, criminal justice, social work, or liberal arts);At least 3 years of experience working with justice-involved clients;Familiar with NYC housing issues/regulations and able to navigate them to provide quality housing placements for our clients;Demonstrated experience assessing client locating various housing opportunities throughout the five boroughs of NYC, familiar with housing placement for specialized populations, the 2010E process, and identifying appropriate housing in accordance with needs, lease signing and move in process;Proficient inMicrosoft Officecomputer applications, especiallyWord,OutlookandExceldatabase;Strong verbal, writing, and negotiating skills, with experience in negotiating program acceptance and rents with landlords a plus;Ability to take initiative, be dependable, resourceful and be able to pay keen attention to detail;Excellent organizational skills to manage multiple priorities at the same time in a time-sensitive manner;The Fortune Society encourages individuals to apply who have successfully made the transition from incarceration and/or substance abuse into a stable, productive lifestyle in the community.


    Travel Requirements:
    Travel within the five boroughs of NYC by train and or bus, including to NYC jails. Drivers license a plus. Occasional travel to our Harlem office for meetings and/or trainings.


    Physical Demands:
    To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The responsibilities and requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skills, minimum education, training, licensing, experience and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
    The Fortune Society is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

    All qualified applicants will be afforded equal employment opportunities without discrimination because of conviction history, race, religion/creed, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, military status, predisposing genetic characteristics, victim of domestic violence status or marital status.


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