Nutrition Navigator

Chinese American Planning Council; New York (NY); On-site; USD 39,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical insurance

Dental/Vision benefits

Commuter benefits

403(b) retirement plan

Job summary

The Nutrition Navigator position at Chinese American Planning Council's MSS in Sunset Park, Brooklyn, focuses on prescreening and assisting with SNAP and immigration benefits for immigrant families across New York City.

You will engage in outreach, coordinate with city departments, and prepare funding reports while building community trust and ensuring access to resources. A bachelor’s degree is preferred, bilingual English/Chinese required, and travel is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in social science or related field preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent with at least two years of direct social service experience considered in lieu of a bachelor's.
• Bilingual in Chinese (Cantonese and/or Mandarin) and English required.
• Good oral communication and computer skills; comfortable with database software.

Responsibilities

• Review eligibility for the federal SNAP program and other benefits as appropriate.
• Assist eligible individuals and families with the SNAP application process and follow-up.
• Engage in mediation with HRA and partners to troubleshoot SNAP issues and enroll families.
• Process SNAP applications through AccessNYC.gov.
• Respond to information requests and conduct outreach at community events and pop-up sites.
• Prepare reports required by funding sources and attend trainings as directed.

Skills

Oral communication

Computer skills

Independent work

Government benefits knowledge

Bilingual Chinese-English

Education

Bachelor’s degree in social science or related field

High school diploma or equivalent with 2+ years social service experience

Job description

DescriptionORGANIZATION DESCRIPTIONFounded in 1965, the Chinese-American Planning Council (CPC) is a social services organization advancing the social and economic well-being of immigrant and low-income New Yorkers through holistic services and community-led impact. CPC is the nation’s largest Asian American social services organization and serves as a trusted community anchor to over 70,000 community members who are served by CPC annually through 50+ high-quality programs and services across 35 sites in New York City. (For more information, please visit: https://www.cpc-nyc.org)PROGRAM SUMMARYThe Multi-Social Services Center (MSS) is a walk-in center in Sunset Park Brooklyn that aims to meet the needs of the Chinese and immigrant community to assist recent entrant families adjust to their new environment in America. Our staff consists of bi- and tri-lingual and bi-cultural staff reflecting the diverse cultural background of our community. MSS assists community members with various entitlement applications such as SNAP, health benefits, and fair housing, translation of various benefit forms to aid families make the transition, ensure child health and wellness, and ease the burdens of seniors who have worked hard in the community for many years.JOB SUMMARYReporting to the Deputy Director of MSS, the full-time Nutrition Navigator provides comprehensive prescreening and assistance for government entitlement benefits and immigration benefits, with a focus on SNAP. The Nutrition Navigator will engage in multi-faceted activities to reach communities in all boroughs to result in a greater number of families enrolling into a spectrum of benefits. Mostimportantly, the Nutrition Navigator will be part of the MSS department in delivering education and services to the community.ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES· Review individuals’ and families’ eligibility for the federal SNAP program and other benefits as appropriate.· Assist eligible individuals and families with the SNAP application process and follow-up to ensure that benefits are received.· Engage in mediation with the Human Resources Administration (HRA) and project partners to troubleshoot and resolve SNAP application issues, advocate on behalf of community members to help families to be enrolled into SNAP.· Process SNAP application through AccessNYC.gov.· Respond to telephone requests for information and follow up with callers regarding their requests for information.· Prescreen for other entitlement benefits for referrals or assistance.· Public speaking is required, along with active outreach efforts into the community, including community events, fairs, presentations, or assigned pop-up sites.· Act as a liaison between the community members and any city departments or service departments.· Prepare reports as required by funding source.· Attend meetings and trainings as directed by funding source or Director.· Other duties and tasks as assigned by the Director.QualificationsEducation and Experience:· Bachelor’s degree in social science or related field preferred· A minimum of a high school degree or with at least two years of direct social service experiences, particularly in low-income communities, will be considered in lieu of a bachelor's degreeSkills and Competencies:· Good oral communication skills and ability to interact with a wide range of individuals.· Good computer skills and experience with database software.· Comfortable working independently in a constantly changing work environment· Basic knowledge of government benefits programs and local service delivery systems preferred· Bilingual in Chinese (Cantonese and/or Mandarin) and English a must.Additional Requirements:· Must be willing to travel within the 5 boroughs.· Willingness and ability to work on evenings and weekends when neededCOMPENSATION & BENEFITS OVERVIEW· $43,500 Annually· CPC offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to generous paid time off (holiday, sick and vacation time), Medical, Dental, Vision, Basic Life Insurance Coverage, Commuter Benefits, and a 403(b) Retirement PlanHOW TO APPLY Interested individuals should submit their resume online via CPC’s website: https://www.cpc-nyc.org/jobs and Albert Li, [e-mail] , or selected online job boards. All documents should be submitted as one single file. Applicants may reach out to [e-mail] with any questions or further inquiries.CPC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. CPC values a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace and strongly encourages women, BIPOC, immigrants, LGBTQ+, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply.