Community Resource Specialist

Are you passionate about helping others? Would you like to make a difference in someone's life? If you answered yes, we encourage you to join the Sunrise family! Sunrise is one of the largest, private not-for-profit organizations in the country dedicated to serving people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. At Sunrise, we pride ourselves in taking an individualized approach in addressing the unique needs of each person seeking or receiving services. As an employer, we seek to provide an environment of growth and development for our employees that is consistent with recognizing the rights, needs, and wants of all people. Purpose To assist people with intellectual and developmental disabilities with community integration and connecting them with local resources. Qualifications Must successfully complete the required pre-employment Background and Drug Screenings Must possess a valid Driver's License and car insurance which meets company standards for approved driver status Must possess a Bachelor's degree in Communication, Psychology, Social Work, or related field Excellent verbal, written and presentation skills. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software. Superior interpersonal skills and ability to work extremely well as part of a team. Ability to work well under pressure and manage sensitive situations with tact, kindness, and professionalism Essential Functions Builds and maintains relationships with members of the community. Plans, implements, and organizes events and volunteers to advance the mission and goals of the company. Organizes community outreach programs. Uses social media to coordinate community relations. Responds to inquiries from stakeholders. Plans, coordinates, and executes special events for the people we support. Performs other related duties as assigned SR97NHQ This position will remain open until filled. Equal Opportunity Employer & Drug-Free Workplace If you were referred by a current Sunrise employee, please make sure to indicate so when completing the employment application process

Job Type:

Full-time Benefits:

Dental insurance Flexible schedule Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person