Community Outreach Support Representative

Hopecdcoutreach; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Hopecdcoutreach is hiring a Community Outreach Support Representative in Chicago, IL to promote awareness and education aimed at preventing violence. The role involves building relationships with at-risk individuals and facilitating workshops to address root causes of violence.

The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor’s degree in a related field and at least 2 years of workforce development experience. We offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years workforce development experience.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Serve as liaison between the Violence & Prevention Program and the community.
• Conduct educational workshops and presentations on violence prevention topics.
• Provide referrals to counseling, mental health services, legal aid, and other relevant resources.
• Maintain accurate records of outreach activities, contacts, interventions, and outcomes.
• Collect and analyze data to assess program effectiveness and community needs.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Cultural sensitivity

Group facilitation skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Human Services, Education, or related field

Job description

Helping Our People Excel Community Development Corp (HOPE CDC) is hiring a Community Outreach Support Representative for engaging with community members to promote awareness, education, and resources aimed at preventing violence. This role involves building relationships with at-risk individuals, families, community groups, and organizations, as well as facilitating workshops and programs that address the root causes of violence. The ideal candidate is passionate about creating safer communities, is culturally sensitive, and possesses strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as liaison between the Violence & Prevention Program and the community
• Conduct educational workshops and presentations on violence prevention topics
• Provide referrals to counseling, mental health services, legal aid, and other relevant resources
• Maintain accurate records of outreach activities, contacts, interventions, and outcomes
• Collect and analyze data to assess program effectiveness and community needs

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Human Services, Education, or related field
• Minimum 2 years workforce development experience
• Strong group facilitation skillsValid driver’s license

What We Offer

Competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, professional development opportunities, and the chance to make a meaningful impact in community workforce development.

Location: Austin Community, Chicago, IL

Type: Full-Time

Reports To: Violence & Prevention Program Manager