Community Engagement Specialist
1 week ago
Position Title: Outreach Worker (part-time)
Department: Youth Outreach Adolescent Community Awareness Project (YOACAP)
Reports To: Unit Leader
Program Overview
The Youth Outreach Adolescent Community Awareness Program (YOACAP) is a collaborative initiative with the Urban Affairs Coalition (UAC). Our organization is dedicated to improving the quality of life and health for residents through community-focused and culturally sensitive interventions. Since our inception in 1989, we have tackled health issues, workforce development, and essential life skills in economically disadvantaged and underserved neighborhoods. Our mission has now broadened to equip youth and young adults with job readiness skills, promote academic success, and enhance their technological proficiency.
Position SummaryThe Outreach Worker is a part-time role that involves delivering information, services, and referrals through direct face-to-face interactions with individuals in unconventional environments, during both standard and flexible hours in the community. This position requires building supportive and trusting relationships with the target demographic and, when necessary, advocating on behalf of clients. The Outreach Worker will also collaborate with the Unit Leader to strategize street outreach initiatives, recruit volunteers, and provide essential resources to individuals at risk of violence.
The compensation for this role is $20 per hour, with an expected commitment of approximately 15 hours per week.
Key Responsibilities- Deliver street outreach services, including the distribution of resource guides, personalized mentoring, and referrals.
- Assist in outreach and engagement efforts, including client recruitment and necessary documentation.
- Support the Unit Leader in developing and executing a comprehensive operational plan for street outreach, including selecting optimal outreach locations and designing effective interventions.
- Collaborate with the Unit Leader to identify and connect with relevant community organizations for client recruitment, resource dissemination, referrals, and networking.
- Adhere to established safety protocols while conducting outreach activities.
- Maintain a daily log of outreach activities.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- A minimum of two (2) years of experience in street outreach.
- Experience working with and the ability to communicate effectively with the target population.
- Knowledge of available community resources and the ability to refer clients appropriately.
- Demonstrated ability to maintain accurate documentation.
- Understanding of safety issues, client engagement, and professionalism.
- Familiarity with neighborhoods in Philadelphia and the ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions.
- Outgoing personality with a comfort level in engaging with unfamiliar individuals.
- Strong commitment to community involvement and providing anti-violence resources.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Access.
- Ability to utilize public transportation or possess a driver's license with regular access to a vehicle.
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