Help 365 Mobile Bilingual SNAP Enroller

Ny Common Pantry; New York (NY); On-site; USD 33,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off

Medical and dental insurance

Vision insurance

403(b) Retirement Plan

Employer-paid life insurance

Job summary

New York Common Pantry is a leading hunger relief organization in New York City, delivering food, case management, nutrition education, and hygiene services. The Help 365 Mobile SNAP Enroller will travel across boroughs to assist families and individuals with SNAP applications and benefits through HRA, reporting to the Social Care Network Resources & Referral Manager.

The role is full-time, Monday–Friday, 9 AM–5 PM, with travel required throughout the Bronx, Brooklyn, Manhattan, and Queens.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in Human Services or related fields.
• Full professional proficiency in English and Spanish.
• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Human Services, or related field; equivalent work experience preferred.
• Commitment to NYCP’s mission and communities served.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and Google Drive.
• Experience with case management databases and public benefits programs.

Responsibilities

• Travel to designated areas within four NYC boroughs (Bronx, Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens) to engage SNAP applicants.
• Attend mandatory trainings and webinars.
• Establish relationship with DSS or HRA to provide mediation for SNAP benefits.
• Create and distribute outreach materials about SNAP.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Communication skills

Customer service

Education

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

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Google Drive

Job description

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F New York, NY, US

JOB DESCRIPTION

Location: New York, NY

New York Common Pantry is one of the city’s largest hunger relief organizations, providing food assistance, case management services, senior food provision, nutrition education, and hygiene services. We are a dynamic, mission-driven organization experiencing rapid growth and expansion.

NYCP is a poverty-fighting organization that reduces hunger and promotes dignity, health, and self-sufficiency by using a holistic approach. Last year, we assisted over 764,000 visitors, served over 11.7 million meals, and accessed $10.7 million in public benefits resources for our guests. Through an array of programs that we offer, we look to establish long‑term stability for those we serve.

NYCP is seeking a Help 365 Mobile Bilingual SNAP Enroller to join our Help 365 Mobile Social Services team. The primary purpose of this role is to assist families and individuals in need, the elderly, and individuals with limited English proficiency with submitting and acquiring Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) through the New York City Human Resources Administration (HRA).

The Help 365 Mobile Bilingual SNAP Enroller will report to the Social Care Network Resources & Referral Manager at the 8 East 109 Street, New York, NY 10029 location . The schedule for this position is Monday through Friday: 9 AM - 5 PM; 1‑hour lunch. This is a Full‑Time position, 35 hours a week, non‑exempt. Extensive travel throughout the Bronx, Brooklyn, Manhattan, and Queens is required (an OMNY card will be provided for work‑related travel).

Responsibilities:

• Travel to designated areas within four of NYC’s boroughs, the Bronx, Manhattan, Brooklyn, and Queens, to engage potential SNAP applicants.
• Attend all mandatory training and webinars set by Hunger Solutions New York.
• Establish a professional working relationship with the local Department of Social Services (DSS) or Human Resources Administration (HRA) to provide mediation as required to ensure the successful receipt of SNAP benefits.
• Create and produce outreach materials to educate potentially eligible individuals about SNAP.
• Engage in direct contact to educate potentially SNAP‑eligible community members through community events, presentations, and tabling opportunities in the community.
• Prescreen individuals and households for SNAP eligibility, providing an estimated SNAP benefit amount.
• Assist potential SNAP‑eligible individuals in applying for SNAP, including the gathering of required documents.
• Help resolve barriers that potentially SNAP‑eligible clients encounter when applying for SNAP.
• Submit SNAP applications weekly through ACCESS HRA, HRA’s Mail Application & Referral Unit (MARU), and collaborate with local community‑based organizations to educate them about the importance of SNAP while providing services at current partner sites.
• Confidentially track client information and outcomes by entering data into all appropriate tracking tools and databases for reporting purposes.
• Achieve annual program targets as assigned by Hunger Solutions New York.
• Other responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications :

• A Minimum of two (2) years of experience working in Human Services or related fields is required.
• Full professional proficiency level in English and Spanish is required.
• A Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Human Services, or a related field; equivalent work experience is preferred.
• Commitment to helping the communities in need and NYCP’s work and mission.
• Solid computer literacy and general administrative/clerical skills.
• Professional written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and Google Drive.
• Experience with case management databases.
• Experience with public benefits and utilizing database platforms to capture information.
• Experience managing challenging interactions and de‑escalating situations with clients while maintaining safety, dignity, and respect.
• Cultural sensitivity and respect when serving diverse communities.
• Strong multitasking skills and ability to work efficiently in a fast‑paced, high‑traffic environment.
• Strong customer service and interpersonal skills.

This is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts or requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks be performed as assigned. This description does not constitute a contract of employment and NYCP may exercise its employment‑at‑will rights at any time.

New York Common Pantry is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to you without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, marital status, age, veteran status, medical condition or disability, genetic information, gender identity, or any other protected status under federal, state, or local law.

Pay: $24.00 - $26.00/Hour

• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off, including Vacation, Personal, and Sick
• Medical, Medical Expense Reimbursement Plan, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Limited Purpose and dependent care FSA
• 403(b) Retirement Account
• Employer‑Paid Life Insurance and Long‑Term Disability