Community Development

4 weeks ago

Brooklyn, United States RiseBoro Homecare Inc. Full time

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The Community Development & Outreach Liaisonwill be part of the Education Division program staff and will be responsible for contributing to the day-to-day operation of the FEC by helping to develop and maintain a parent or advisory group; cultivating relationships with other community groups and stakeholders to collaborate around meeting community needs; ensuring a warm and welcoming atmosphere at the FEC program where information, referrals, and resources are freely offered and exchanged to support the needs of participants; and joining and/or creating a network of resources by serving on community district committees, attending local school meetings and events, and building relationships with local businesses and faith-based groups. The Community Development & Outreach Liaisonis focused on building connections using a warm and engaging communication style that enhances and supports the family protective factors of FEC participants and community members. Specific duties and responsibilities include:

  • Develop and nurture collaborative and effective relationships with community stakeholders inorder to provide relevant activities and programming around key issues of significance to the communitywhile fostering a sense of self, belonging, pride, and mutual respect.

  • Identify and engage with community stakeholders, including residents, local businesses, community organizations, and government agencies

  • Create, gather, and disseminate resource material and referral information regarding issues and themes significant to the Brownsvillecommunity and of importance to the FEC participants

  • Co-manage the FEC website/social media accounts and other outreach access points to communicate with and engageFEC membership

  • Collaborate with the team to plan, coordinate, and execute outreach events, workshops, and activities to connect with the community and build relationships including the maintaining of systems for quantifying participation

  • Train community advisory board,program staff, and internsin the skills of outreach, engagement, and recruitment to ensure full utilization of FEC programs and activities

  • Identify and develop emerging community leaders to assume leadership roles as community advisory members and staff

  • Engage community members, especially youth and young adults,in a variety of strategies to work toward identified goals, including but not limited to strengthening problem-solving skills; providing mentoring; engaging in community resources exploration; and providing life skills support

  • Build partnerships with community organizations, schools, public institutions, public officials, coalitions, and other stakeholdersto increase engagement with these entities and leverage resources for FEC members; serve as a liaison between RiseBoro and the community, responding to inquiries, providing information, and addressing concerns.

  • Create guides, toolkits,and other tools that help increase resident awareness of and ability to connect to local resources, services, and other supports

  • Attend and actively participate in Community Board meetings, school meetings, and all other Brownsville-based communitymeetings as appropriate to represent the FEC’sinterests

  • Identify and maintain up-to-date information on key community issues and trends impacting children, youth, and families

  • Promote opportunities for youth, families, and community residents to participate in FEC program planning and implementation

  • Supervise interns and volunteers, when required

  • Work collaboratively withFEC staff, community advisory board, and funders to develop, track and evaluate program efforts and outcomes

  • Perform other related duties as assigned

COMPETENCIES

  • Knowledge of and commitment to the Brownsville community required

  • Demonstrated experience in community organizing, building partnerships, and/or community-led programs preferred

  • Ability to influence others to be excited and committed to furthering RiseBoro’s goals

  • Ability to use personal experience with disability, mental illness, criminal legal system, justice, special education, substance use disorder, and/or foster care to assist in supporting the community in their resiliency/recovery and wellness

  • Demonstrated ability to facilitate and or present togroups of families, adults, and community stakeholders

  • Excellent oral and written communication skills with the ability to communicate clearly and effectively

  • Excellent organizational skills and time management

  • Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to maintain positive relationships

  • Possess a positive attitude and entrepreneurial spirit

  • Ability to work collaboratively, and creatively and build relationships

  • Ability to plan and manage multiple projects

  • Ability to multitask, prioritize, problem-solve, manage time effectively, and execute goals

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and related web-based applications i.e. Word, Excel, Teams, SharePoint, Google Docs, etc.

  • Ability to be flexible and adaptable with work schedule i.e., occasional evening or weekend as needed

  • Commitment to RiseBoro’s mission, vision, and values

  • Ability to understand the concepts of institutional and structural racism and bias and their impact on underserved and underrepresentedcommunities

  • Demonstrated commitment to work that supports communities who have experienced systemic oppressionandbias(e.g. peopleofcolor, LGBTQ+people,immigrants,justice-involvedpersons, etc.)

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

  • High School Diploma or GED equivalent with a minimum of five (5) years of professional experience in community organizing, building partnerships, and/or community-led programs experience required

  • Bachelor’s Degree in social work or related field preferred with a minimum of three (3) years of professional experience required in community organizing, building partnerships, and/or community-led programs experience preferred

EEO/Affirmative Action Policy Statement

It is the policy of RiseBoro to provide equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment. No individual will be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, age, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, political or union affiliation, marital or partnership status, sex, sexual orientation or affectional preference, gender identity, familial status, genetic information or predisposition or characteristic, disability, status as a victim of domestic violence, status as a veteran or member of the U.S. military and related obligations, or any other characteristic protected by law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to, recruitment, hiring, job placement, compensation, benefits, training and apprenticeship, employee development, promotion, demotion, discipline, transfer, lay-off and recall, and termination. RiseBoro makes reasonable accommodations based on religion and/or disability as required by law, and requests for accommodation are to be directed to the Human Resources Department.

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