Community Outreach Worker

1 week ago


Los Angeles, United States PACE Full time $20

Compensation: $20.00 per hour

PACE has partnered with Homies Unidos (HU) to offer an exciting work experience opportunity. The individual will be hired by PACE and gain work experience at Homies Unidos as a Community Outreach Worker. The position will be based at Homies Unidos' office located at address: 2105 Beverly Blvd # 203, Los Angeles, CA 90057

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https://www.homiesunidos.org/

ABOUT OUR PARTNER
Homies Unidos (HU) is a registered 501(c)(3) founded in 1996 to address the problems of urban violence and the internationalization of gangs. HU emerged when a group of youth, mainly gang members deported from Los Angeles, met in San Salvador, El Salvador to discuss methods and means of reducing gang-related violence. In 1998, current and former system-impacted members in the predominantly Central American communities of Los Angeles aligned themselves with Homies Unidos in El Salvador to achieve the same objective.

SUMMARY
Under the supervision of the Program Director and Reentry Coordinator, the Community Outreach Worker (COW) is responsible for working in an assigned Gang Injunction Zone (GIZ). COW must be able to work within the assigned GIZ. COW will be responsible for identifying individuals named in the Rodriguez Settlement and assisting them in processing a claim through the Los Angeles Reconnections Career Academy (LARCA) program. Applicant will receive training to understand the Rodriguez Settlement and the benefits claimants may be entitled to receive. COW will screen for eligibility, help eligible claimants complete a claim form, and communicate with LARCA program staff to ensure that claimants receive the benefits and services they are eligible for. COW will work with the Reentry Coordinator to provide quality wrap-around services to Rodriguez Settlement claimants. COW will attend HU program meetings, community events, and related events and activities. COW will collaborate with partner agencies to secure additional resources and services.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

  • Coordinate services to designated geographical area within the GIZ, and have a working knowledge of outreach coverage area including gangs and community;
  • Maintain on-going weekly submissions of COW ambassador logs of all activities to document the delivery of services including follow-up activities related to crisis.
  • Referring potential clients who are gang-involved or gang affiliated to the GRYD agencies.
  • Work in collaboration with all partners to ensure community participation in and around the community, designated areas and adjoining locations;
  • Assist with the coordinate and planning of events that foster peace keeping activities and stimulate community cohesion/unity; Coordinate and work with other staff members to meet the goal and success of the event.
  • Assist an participate in anti-violence community awareness campaigns, and other related activities which assist peace keeping/building efforts;
  • Serve as the community representative/liaison, collaborating with staff to develop dialogues/conversations to resolve conflicts, tensions and misunderstandings between residents and the community;
  • Complete the necessary documentation for weekly timekeeping;
  • Perform and engage in other duties as assigned.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS

  • Ability to work with diverse populations
  • Excellent interpersonal skills
  • Good written and verbal communication skills
  • Basic Computer skills and experience: Microsoft word, Excel Power Point, Email
  • Experience in public speaking and counseling
  • Must have patience, listening skills and creativity as well as professionalism
  • Excellent time management skills and the ability to prioritize work
  • Ability to work with diverse communities and work with all different personalities
  • Attention to detail and problem-solving skills
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to multi-task
  • Valid California Driver’s License, automobile, and automobile insurance
  • Bilingual in English / Spanish
  • Proof of COVID-19 vaccination required; must have two-dose series of Pfizer or Moderna or a single-dose of Johnson & Johnson. Those that need a medical or religious exemption must reach out separately.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

  • The Community Outreach Worker will report to Homies Unidos (HU) office located at address: 2105 Beverly Blvd # 203, Los Angeles, CA 90057
  • Willing to work as a team.
  • Casual dress appropriate to an office environment
  • Working and providing services to communities within the Los Angeles area. Working in different neighborhoods. The environment can be fast paced at times and you will be required to work weekends, week nights for special events

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

  • Will be expected to lift and carry boxes, tables up to 40 pounds
  • Entering and exiting a van when going to events
  • Walking when going out on outings or special events

APPLICATION PROCESS

All applicants must apply by uploading resume and required documents for the position.



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