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Nutrition Outreach and Education Program Coordinator
PRIMARY FUNCTIONS:
Manages all activities related to Catholic Charities of Livingston County’s Nutrition Outreach and Education Program with the objective of increasing participation in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) among Livingston County residents. Responsibilities include providing SNAP outreach & assistance to eligible individuals, increasing awareness about and improving perception of SNAP within the greater community, and developing partnerships with local social service organizations interested in expanding SNAP participation.
Pay rate : $17.00-19.00 a hour
Location- 34 E. State St , Mt. Morris, NY 14510
Hours: Full time 35 hour
SPECIFIC DUTIES:
- Develops in collaboration with
NOEP staff, and with approval from Hunger Solutions, NY, a media and
public relations plan to generate broad based community support for the
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP).
- Provides accurate and updated
SNAP information to eligible individuals and families through the creation
and distribution of outreach materials as well as establishes direct
contact with the target population.
- Prescreens potentially
eligible individuals and families to determine SNAP eligibility, assisting
them with all aspects of SNAP application process, and makes referrals to
other nutrition programs and community resources as needed.
- Works in collaboration with
other community stakeholders to reduce/eliminate systemic barriers
encountered by eligible families attempting to access SNAP benefits.
Develops and maintains supportive interactions with DSS, LAWNY, and other
community partners.
- Develops and maintains all
written correspondence, records and reports related to meeting program
goals and objectives with Hunger Solutions NY.
- Monitors expenditures and
budget.
- Attends required statewide
meetings, workshops, and training opportunities.
- Maintains on-going knowledge
and understanding of the SNAP on a national, statewide, and local level.
Develops an understanding of local hunger needs.
- Supervises all staff and
volunteers associated with the SNAP program.
- Coordinates delivery of
services with Emergency Services programs county-wide. Attends,
participates, and supports Emergency Services staff functions and
activities. Occasionally assists with community food distribution.
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Provides
support before, during and after fundraising events to support Emergency
Services, including but not limited to creating an online fundraising page,
participating in fundraising event, and reaching out to businesses and
organizations for donations.
Miscellaneous:
- Assists in
the general development/public relations activities and events of the Emergency
Services programs as they relate to SNAP or as requested by the Program
Director.
TITLE OF DIRECT SUPERVISOR: Emergency
Services Director
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education: Bachelor’s
degree in Social Work, Psychology, Human Services or related field preferred.
Associate’s degree with at least two years of relevant experience will be considered.
Experience: Minimum
of one-year experience working with individuals from diverse socio-economic
backgrounds.
Familiarity with federal assistance programs and knowledge of hunger/food
insecurity and poverty issues a plus.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
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Adheres to all applicable
federal and state laws and regulations including, but not limited to, those
governing confidentiality, privacy, program, billing and documentation
standards. All duties must be performed in accordance with CCDR’s corporate
compliance and ethics program.
·
Strong organizational skis,
with the ability to interact successfully and cooperatively with a wide variety
of people.
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Computer competency including
proficiency in working with data tracking systems.
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Possess excellent verbal and
written communication skills.
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Ability to multi-task and
prioritize duties.
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Willingness to foster agency,
department and program wide cooperation and teamwork through use of
positive/constructive communication techniques.
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Ability to maintain absolute
confidentiality in regard to all records reviewed including consumer records,
employee records and billing records.
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Proficiency and experience with
PC’s and Microsoft applications.
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Ability to analyze and
interpret data and to handle problem resolution.
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Possession of a valid NYS
Driver’s license and a driver's record considered acceptable by agency and
insurance carrier.
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Continuous use of a reliable,
registered and insured vehicle.
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Demonstrate commitment to
Agency Mission Statement.
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Provide effective, equitable, understandable and respectful
quality care and services that are responsive to diverse cultural health
beliefs and practices, preferred languages, health literacy and other
communication needs.
Ability to meet the following physical requirements with or without
reasonable accommodation:
·
Use hands to manipulate,
handle, feel, and control items or equipment, including motor vehicle;
·
Stand, sit, walk, bend, stoop,
kneel, and reach;
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Climb up or down stairs;
·
Able to reach above or below
shoulders;
·
Occasionally lift or move
objects weighing up to 30 lbs;
·
Sitting at a desk or in a
vehicle for long periods of time to perform certain job functions;
·
Be able to read write and
interpret written documents;
EMPLOYER’S DISCLAIMER:
·
All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably
accommodate individuals with disabilities.
·
This job description in no way states or implies that
these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this
position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related
instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by their
supervisor.
·
This document does not create an employment contract,
implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.
What you will get:
Catholic Charities of Steuben/Livingston offers a well-rounded and comprehensive benefits program.
· Salary: $17.00-19.00hour
· Full-time, non-exempt position, working 35 hours per week. We believe in work-life balance!
· Paid Time Off, 10 days to start, 15 days after 1st Anniversary.
· Holidays 12-14 paid holidays
· Medical Insurance
· Dental Insurance
· Vision Insurance
· Life Insurance
· Short-Term Disability
· Long-Term Disability
· Critical Illness Insurance
· Supplemental Insurance
· Flexible Spending Account
· Health Savings Account
· Legal Plan
· Identity Plan
· Employee Assistance Program
· 6% Pension
· Employee 401(k)
· My Better Benefits – provides discounts and savings on thousands of products and services.
Our hiring process and timeline:
· Applications will be reviewed regularly until the position is filled.
· Phone screenings will be conducted with qualified candidates.
· In-person one-hour interviews will be conducted with candidates who advance after the phone screening
· In-person interviews are typically with 2-4 Interviewers
***Catholic Charities is committed to leveraging the talent of a diverse workforce to create great opportunities for our agencies and our people. EOE/AA Disability/Vet