Program Associate - CalFresh Promotor, West LA and Metro

National Health Foundation; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Program Associate to support community initiatives in food assistance programs. This part-time role involves engaging with diverse communities, conducting workshops, and building partnerships to enhance program participation. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in community outreach, effective public speaking skills, and a passion for social determinants of health. Join a team committed to making a difference in the lives of individuals and families in Los Angeles. If you are a reliable team player fluent in English and Spanish, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in community outreach and education.
• Knowledge of community resources and public benefits.

Responsibilities

• Implement daily program tasks and enroll individuals into food assistance programs.
• Monitor and case-manage individuals enrolled in food assistance programs.

Skills

Community Outreach

Public Speaking

Collaboration Skills

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Job description

Program Associate - CalFresh Promotor, West LA and Metro

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Position Details

• Title: Program Associate - CalFresh Promotor (Part Time) - Panorama City
• Department: Community Initiatives
• Location: Los Angeles, Downtown
• Classification: Non-Exempt, Full-Time
• Hourly Rate: $20.00
• Service Area: Panorama City
• Work Shift: 20-24 hours, Monday - Friday
• Start Date: As soon as possible

Responsibilities

• Implement daily program tasks, including enrolling individuals into food assistance programs (CalFresh, P-EBT), conducting community workshops, maintaining partnerships, and other duties as assigned.
• Monitor and case-manage individuals enrolled in food assistance programs.
• Stay informed about LA City and County health and safety-net programs like CalFresh, SNAP-Ed, Medi-Cal, and others.
• Represent NHF at community meetings and build relationships to increase program participation.
• Coordinate and assist with community events promoting programs and services.
• Maintain records of program activities and input data into evaluation dashboards.
• Support team members with workshop materials, program planning, and review of curricula.
• Follow NHF policies and procedures.

Requirements

• At least 3 years of experience in community outreach and education as a Community Health Worker or Promotora.
• Knowledge of community resources, including public benefits, nonprofits, and local businesses.
• Experience working effectively with diverse communities.
• Comfortable with public speaking and leading group activities.
• Strong team player with effective collaboration skills.
• Fluent in English and Spanish or other prevalent LA languages.
• Reliable transportation to visit multiple sites weekly.

Benefits & Programs

NHF addresses social determinants of health through initiatives in Food Access, Housing, Built Environment, and Education. For more details, visit: http://nationalhealthfoundation.org.

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