A Social or Human Services Assistant assists with identifying and arranging community services for clients. Works with social workers and other human services professionals. Helps with rehabilitation for people with disabilities or those in recovery, or coordinates home care services for the elderly; may also coordinate housing or job training assistance for immigrants, veterans, former inmates or families in crisis.
Community Outreach Worker - Bilingual Spanish, Bengali, Greek, Cantonese, or Mandarin Sunnyside Community Services - 3.6 Sunnyside, NY Job Details Temporary | Full-time $48,000 - $50,000 a year 20 hours ago Benefits 403(b) matching Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account Paid time off Pension plan Employee assistance program Vision insurance 403(b) Life insurance Paid sick time Qualifications Writing skills Working with seniors Data management Older adults Relationship management Full Job Description Full Time/Temporary until June 30, 2027 Reports to: Case Management Director When applicable for the job, "SCS currently has a hybrid work model with three days in office and two days remote."
Job Summary:
In this role, you will build awareness of our service among local organizations, healthcare providers, social service agencies, and community groups. The right candidate will have strong communication skills, experience with relationship building, and organizational skills to effectively connect older adults with services and coordinate with community partners to promote program services.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities:
Collaboration with the Manager of Communications & Public Outreach to promote the Case Management program and its services. Engage with the community to identify and refer eligible individuals to the Case Management Program. Deliver presentations to agencies, practitioners, and community groups in-person, via zoom or other forms of social media Serve as the main referral source for the Case Management Program Be available for occasional evening or weekend outreach events, presentations, or community engagements. Perform other duties as assigned. Document outreach activities and referrals for program evaluation and reporting purposes.
Qualifications:
1.
Education:
An Associate degree in Marketing from an accredited college/institution, a High School Diploma with two or more years performing outreach activities. 2.
Experience:
Knowledge of social services. Experience working with the aging population. Knowledge of Communities within Districts 1,2,3, and 5 3.
Special Skills:
§ Bilingual (Spanish, Greek, Bengali, Cantonese or Mandarin) § Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) § Engagement skills
Physical Requirements and Working Environment:
Travel by all forms of public transportation or car in the community; walk upstairs if there is no elevator. Ability to communicate orally and in writing with outside agencies, clients, staff, co-workers, and vendors. Good organizational skills. Ability to track and maintain accurate data. SCS offers an
Excellent Benefits Package:
Comprehensive medical, dental and vision insurance 403B pension plan with employer contribution Flexible spending account and transit checks Employee Assistance Program Annually 26 PTO days of varying categories, 12 paid sick days, 10 paid holidays, birthday Life Insurance and Long-term disability All positions at Sunnyside Community Services are filled without regard to race/color, religion/creed, national origin, age, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, pregnancy-related condition or lactation, military/veteran status, marital status, familial status, caregiver status, sexual or reproductive health decisions, height, weight, status as a victim of domestic violence/stalking/ sex offenses, predisposing genetic characteristic, immigration or citizenship status, prior arrest or conviction record, credit history, salary history, unemployment status, pre-employment marijuana testing, union affiliation/activity, or for reporting or opposing discrimination on these bases or for reporting or opposing violations of workplace health and safety, pay equity or practices, or for participating in any internal or any legally protected status listed in the New York City Human Rights Law (NYCHRL). All are encouraged to apply.
Pay:
$48,000.00 - $50,000.00 per year
Benefits:
403(b) matching Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off
