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NEOGOV · 3 weeks ago

Community Family Resource Center Engagement Specialist

Whittier, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

$30/hr - $30/hr

1+ years exp

NEOGOV is looking for a Community Engagement Specialist to work with HELPLINE YOUTH COUNSELING. The role involves developing community engagement strategies to strengthen family and community connections and facilitating workgroups to empower caregivers.

GovTechHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologySoftware

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Develop and implement community engagement strategies, cultivate and empower family leadership, provide support to build and strengthen relationships between families and communities

Facilitate parent and family workgroups at the Community Family Resource Center (CFRC) to engage and empower caregivers as active participants and critical thinkers

Plan and execute large in-person community outreach and engagement events

Coordinate ongoing and single in-person educational and enrichment activities to promote overall well-being, this may include events, classes, training, workshops, etc.)

Conduct a community needs analysis using tools such as community mapping (e.g., ARDI Equity Map), publicly available reports, and interviews with community members

Develop and manage a Community Advisory Committee by engaging and involving community members in Service District (SD) 4 to participate in planning, implementation, and decision-making

Collaborate with community leaders to identify emerging needs and new resources to ensure equitable access to services and support

The CES will support data collection efforts by administering surveys, pre- and post-tests to measure impact and outcomes

Provide accurate and timely documentation

Effective communication verbally, through email, through texts, and phone calls

Attend all assigned meetings and other related duties/activities. Must represent the agency in a professional manner

Adaptive and multi-tasking ability. The individual must easily transition from one task to the next

Must reside in Supervisorial District (SD) 4

Must attend all necessary trainings and meetings throughout Los Angeles County

Other related duties as assigned

Qualification

Community engagement strategiesFacilitating workgroupsData collectionBachelor’s degreeExperience in community supportMicrosoft applicationsNetworking skillsRelationship-building skillsOrganizational skillsAdaptability

Required

Bachelor's degree in a related field is required

At least one (1) year of experience in community engagement, family support, or related work focused on strengthening family and community connections

Experience in leading, facilitating engaging and/or organizing community members, businesses, and community leaders in the implementation/adoption of a community and/or population-based effort

Competency to work with the various ethnic/cultural groups in the target area/community

Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends

Ability to succeed independently within a fast-paced, dynamic, and sometimes unpredictable work environment

Must be able/willing to travel as position requires cross collaboration partnerships, trainings, and meetings across LA County

Proficient in Microsoft program applications

Must be able/willing to travel and work from all HYC offices

Strong relationship-building/maintaining, networking skills, and great organizational skills

Shows initiative and strong motivation in completing and starting projects and enjoys the challenge of their work

Ability to reasonably adjust, accept, and make changes to directives as they occur

U.S. Citizenship or permanent resident status

Valid Class C driver's license. Current auto insurance coverage and good driving record

Ability to pass background check and criminal clearance