A Family, School, or General Social Worker provides specialized assistance to vulnerable families and children. Intervenes in crisis situations; evaluates individual and family needs, helps clients get access to health care, mental health care or social services such as housing assistance. Advocates for clients and provides follow up visits. May work with teachers, parents and school administrators to help students improve academically and deal with social issues such as bullying.
Community Engagement Specialist - Social Work Background Required Be the face of Viva for 300+ families. You'll knock doors, build trust, and help residents tap into free benefits—tutoring, telehealth, credit-building, and up to $5,000+ in rent cash-back through the Viva app. We're looking for someone with a background in: social work, teaching, community outreach, case management, public health, or resident services.
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10-20 hrs/week | $20-$35/hr (based on experience) Start ASAP (flexible) On-site travel required (mileage reimbursed) Some evenings/weekends ideal You're a fit if you… Love working with families and building relationships face-to-face Can communicate clearly, follow up by text, and stay organized English/Spanish a plus (not required) Not scared to make phone calls to residents and knock on doors to introduce our free program. Why Work With Viva Make real impact, fast — You'll help families access benefits that actually move the needle: telehealth, tutoring, financial tools, and pathways to homeownership. Mission with momentum — Viva supports 50,000+ families and is built to close the renter-to-owner wealth gap. People-first work (not salesy) — Your job is to educate, build trust, and connect residents to resources—no hard selling. See the results up close — Viva measures "Life Advancing Events," meaning you can track progress and outcomes, not just activity. Field + flexibility — You'll work in community, on your schedule, with clear goals and support from property teams. Grow with a startup — You'll be close to leadership and product, and your resident feedback directly shapes what Viva builds next. Community-work backgrounds valued — If you've done social work, teaching, case management, public health, or community outreach , you'll feel right at home here. Interested? 2 Ways To Apply # 1: Text the word "Viva" to (206) 312-9180 and you will receive a text with the link. #2:
