Community Engagement Specialist

3 weeks ago


Chicago, Illinois, United States Puerto Rican Cultural Center Full time
Job Summary

The Puerto Rican Cultural Center is seeking a skilled Community Engagement Specialist to join our team. As an Outreach Worker, you will play a critical role in engaging with the residents of Humboldt Park's unhoused population, providing essential information, support services, and referrals.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Conduct regular visits to unhoused individuals to build trust and rapport, assess their needs, and offer immediate support.
  • Provide information and facilitate access to a range of services, including shelter, healthcare, food assistance, substance abuse treatment, mental health support, and housing referral services.
  • Work closely with case managers and other service providers to ensure a coordinated approach to supporting unhoused residents.
  • Maintain accurate records of outreach activities, resident interactions, and referrals made, ensuring data privacy and confidentiality.

Requirements:

  • Proven experience in outreach, social services, or a similar role, preferably working with homeless or at-risk populations.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with diverse groups.
  • Knowledge of local resources and services available for homeless populations.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team in challenging and at times, unpredictable environments.
  • Bilingual abilities in English and Spanish are highly preferred.


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