Community Outreach Canvasser

PeopleShare by PROMAN; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

PeopleShare by PROMAN in Philadelphia seeks a Community Outreach Canvasser to connect residents with local programs and resources. You will conduct door-to-door outreach, engage with neighbors, and collect feedback to help strengthen the community.

This is a consistent part-time role with a schedule aligned to weekdays or a Tue–Sat option, typically 10:00 AM–2:00 PM, with a shift change after November 1st. Compensation is $22 per hour, and bilingual candidates are highly encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Comfort engaging with the public and initiating conversations.
• Reliable, punctual, and able to work outdoors for extended periods.
• Basic smartphone use and data entry skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Conduct door-to-door outreach in assigned Philadelphia neighborhoods.
• Engage residents in professional and informative conversations.
• Share information about community programs and resources.
• Distribute outreach materials and educational literature.
• Collect and document resident feedback accurately.
• Meet daily outreach goals and objectives.
• Attend training sessions and team meetings as required.
• Represent the initiative positively and professionally at all times.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Reliability

Data entry

Bilingual encouraged

Canvassing experience

Job description

Community Outreach Canvasser

Ready to make a difference while getting paid to connect with your community? We are seeking motivated, outgoing, and dependable individuals to support outreach initiatives throughout Philadelphia neighborhoods.

Canvasser Job Details:

Schedule: Monday-Friday OR Tuesday-Saturday
Shift: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM (12:00 PM - 4:00 PM after November 1st)
Pay Rate: $22/hour

About the Role:

• Make a direct impact in Philadelphia neighborhoods by connecting residents with valuable community resources and programs.
• Engage with community members, build relationships, and help strengthen neighborhoods throughout the city.
• Gain valuable experience in community engagement, public outreach, customer service, and grassroots initiatives.
• Excellent opportunity for candidates with backgrounds in canvassing, customer service, outreach, advocacy, sales, community organizing, or public service.
• Consistent part-time schedule

Job Description:

• Conduct door-to-door outreach in assigned neighborhoods
• Engage residents in professional and informative conversations
• Share information regarding available community programs, services, and resources
• Distribute outreach materials and educational literature
• Collect and document resident feedback accurately
• Meet daily outreach goals and objectives
• Attend training sessions and team meetings as required
• Represent the initiative positively and professionally at all times

Job Requirements:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Comfortable interacting with the public and initiating conversationsAbility to walk and work outdoors for extended periods
• Reliable and punctual with a strong work ethic
• Basic smartphone and data entry skills
• Ability to work independently and follow directions
• Previous experience in canvassing, community outreach, customer service, sales, advocacy, political campaigns, or public engagement is preferred but not required
• Bilingual candidates are highly encouraged to apply

PeopleShare provides equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic disposition, neurodiversity, disability, veteran status, or any other protected category or class under federal, state, and/or local laws. This policy applies to all locations and all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.