Labor Rights Organizer (Outreach)

Carecen; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

403(b) retirement savings plan

Paid time off

Job summary

CARECEN is seeking a full-time, bilingual Labor Rights Organizer (Outreach) in Los Angeles to lead Know Your Rights workshops, outreach to immigrant workers, and referrals to social services. The role reports to the Director of Organizing and Programs and works with the Labor Center Coordinator across LA County.

Responsibilities include developing outreach, coordinating education in English/Spanish, and supporting rapid response with community stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Two years of community college coursework or equivalent, with experience serving immigrants.
• Fluency in English and Spanish required.
• Ability to work independently and in teams with diverse groups.

Responsibilities

• Supports workers rights campaigns, rapid response activities, and outreach.
• Provides Know Your Rights education in English and Spanish to workers.
• Refer workers to social services and immigration legal assistance.
• Coordinate with rapid response for cases needing support and case management.
• Prepare monthly reports on workshops, attendance, and referrals.
• Occasionally work after hours and weekends as needed.
• Collaborate with organizing and legal teams to expand defense strategies.
• Create and distribute advocacy materials for workers and community members.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Community outreach

Public speaking

Driver's license

Collaborating with diverse groups

Independent and team work

Education

Two years of college coursework or equivalent

Job description

Job Title: Labor Rights Organizer (Outreach)
Classification & FLSA Status: Full time | Non-Exempt
Salary: Minimum as in the contract and Max, Based on experience
Department: Organizing and Rapid Response
Reports to: Director of Organizing and Programs and the Labor Center Coordinator
Location: Los Angeles facilities and field work in LA County

Organizational Background

CARECEN was founded in 1983 by Salvadoran refugees and other human rights activists who worked to secure legal status for the thousands of Central Americans fleeing civil war. Today, CARECEN serves immigrants from around the world. Our mission is to empower Central Americans and all immigrants by defending human and civil rights, working for social and economic justice and promoting cultural diversity.

Job Summary

The Central American Resource Center (CARECEN) is seeking to hire a full-time, bilingual (Spanish/English) Labor Rights Organizer (LRO). The LRO reports directly to the Los Angeles headquarters and day labor center facilities depending on need. This position also requires outreach and l field work throughout LA county in order to provide “know your rights” workshops and refer workers to a wide range of social sources available. The LRO is part of the Organizing Department and assists in CARECEN’s rapid response team. This position is hourly and non-exempt.

Job Responsibilities/Essential Functions

• Supports workers rights campaigns and programs, and rapid response activities.
• Develops, coordinates and provides outreach and education to vulnerable and low wage workers about their rights and how to connect with countywide social services, assistance programs and immigration legal services
• Conducts and coordinates “ Know Your Rights” workshops in English and Spanish on worker rights throughout Los Angeles County
• Coordinates with rapid response team in order to refer worker’s cases that require further case management assistance and support
• Prepares monthly reporting documenting workshops conducted, attendance at each workshop, number of cases referred, etc.
• Support as needed within the Organizing Department. This position will work mostly Monday to Friday during office hours but might be required to work earlier or later hours and occasionally work on weekends
• Assist in labor rights campaigns and programs in order to provide support for workers and community stakeholders as a means of foster a shared sense of community
• Collaborate with CARECEN’s organizing and legal teams to expand defense strategies, rights-based training, and community-led safety initiatives
• Support the creation and distribution of educational and advocacy materials (flyers, safety protocols, defense toolkits) for workers and community members
• Provides occasional support for day labor activities and other duties as assigned by supervisor

Required Skill/Qualifications

• Two years of community college coursework with previous work-related experience serving immigrants required –OR—equivalent, successful work experience in a similar capacity required
• Substantive knowledge and understanding of the political and historical context of Latino immigrant community in Los Angeles County
• Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively with limited supervision, with diverse groups including immigrants, community stakeholders, coalitions, public officials, and the media
• Savvy and energetic with the ability to conduct outreach, connect with, and engage workers
• Excellent interpersonal and verbal skills, have the ability to effectively interact and communicate with community members
• Fluency in English and Spanish is required.
• Must possess valid driver’s license and have access to an insured, registered vehicle
• Able to work afternoons and/or weekends, flexibility with work schedule
• Commitment to the mission and goals of CARECEN

Classification & Work Schedule

• The position is a full-time non-exempt position. Office hours are 9 am to 5 pm, Monday – Friday and occasionally early mornings, evenings or weekends
• The normal workweek for this full-time non-exempt position is 35 hours. The position may require working evening and weekends
• The position is part of the bargaining unit represented by the union.

Work Environment and Physical Demands

The position requires the ability to lift files, open filing cabinets, and bend or stand as necessary. Telecommuting is currently offered, but working in the office is required. Work is performed in a variety of work settings, including CARECEN’s offices, workspace provided by others, libraries and other government facilities, among others.

Travel Requirements

Ability to travel to different CARECEN offices, and other offsite locations. Work may comprise up to 25% of LA County travel time. Mileage reimbursement is available. Ability to drive with a valid CA license and a registered vehicle is preferred

Benefits

CARECEN also offers a generous benefits package that has medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. Supplemental insurance and a 403(b) retirement savings plan are also available. Paid time off is also provided.

CARECEN is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants shall receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ethnic group identification, ancestry, sex, age, marital status, political affiliation, condition of physical or mental disability, or sexual orientation, in accordance with requirements of Federal and State laws.