SNAP Nutrition Navigator

Health & Welfare Council of Long Island Inc; Town of Huntington (NY); On-site; USD 47,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

403(b)

Flexible spending account

Life insurance

Job summary

Health and Welfare Council of Long Island (HWCLI) seeks a SNAP Nutrition Navigator to coordinate the Nutritional Security Program across Long Island. Under supervision, you will plan, implement, and facilitate program activities in line with HWCLI policies.

You will engage communities, verify SNAP processes, and build partnerships while presenting information to the public and agencies. The role requires good communication and flexibility to travel to multiple sites.

Qualifications

• Community outreach experience highly desired.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with teams.
• Bilingual skills highly preferred.
• Excellent oral and written communication.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Willingness to work evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Carry out and meet program goals and requirements.
• Verify SNAP application procedures with DSS and agencies.
• Build partnerships with community leaders and nonprofits for SNAP education.
• Provide informational presentations to the public or agencies.
• Develop materials and ensure they are current and relevant.
• Plan outreach through multiple channels and venues.
• Conduct SNAP eligibility pre-screening and application assistance.
• Collaborate with other SNAP Coordinators and HWCLI staff.
• Prepare and submit required reports.
• Attend local, regional, and state meetings as needed.
• Troubleshoot issues with clients and DSS SNAP Unit.
• Work at various Long Island sites to share information and assist applications.

Skills

Community outreach

Independent work

Bilingual

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Leadership & organization

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

Through funding provided by Office of Temporary Disability Assistance through a statewide program administered by Hunger Solutions New York, HWCLI’s Nutritional Security Program has helped thousands of Long Islanders access Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) formerly known as food stamps.

Job Summary

With supervision and support, the SNAP Nutrition Navigator performs a wide variety of administrative and programmatic duties essential to the coordination and facilitation of the Nutritional Security Program. The SNAP Nutrition Navigator plans and implements all aspects of the program in accordance with HWCLI’s policies and procedures.

Duties

• Carry out and meet all program goals and requirements set forth by the program contract with Hunger Solutions NY and HWCLI.
• Continuously verify the requirements and procedures of SNAP application process with the appropriate agency.
• Build partnerships with community leaders and other non-profits to collaborate on providing SNAP education and assistance.
• Provide informational presentations to the public and/or agencies, as necessary.
• Develop creative methods to execute state-wide SNAP campaigns locally.
• Develop materials relevant to the program and ensure that materials are current and up-to-date.
• Plan and execute outreach through traditional and nontraditional outlets to potentially eligible individuals and the community at large, including local community-based agencies, schools, faith-based agencies, media, etc.
• In community based settings, conduct SNAP eligibility pre-screening, application assistance, assistance obtaining application verification documents and application follow-up services.
• Collaborate with other SNAP Coordinators and other direct service staff at HWCLI and other partner agencies.
• Prepare and submit appropriate reports as required or requested by program contract and supervisor.
• Attend local, regional and state meetings as necessary and relevant to program goals.
• Troubleshoot any unresolved issues of clients and local Department of Social Services (DSS) SNAP Unit.
• Be present at different sites throughout Long Island (Suffolk and Nassau Counties) to share information and complete applications for the community.

Qualifications, Requirements and Experience

• Community outreach experience highly desired.
• Must be able to work independently and collaboratively, display leadership and organizational skills, and be able to manage multiple tasks.
• BilingualHIGHLY preferred.
• Commitment to organization’s mission.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills, energetic and motivated to make a difference.
• Must be able to work occasional evenings and weekends.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.

Job Type

Full-time

Salary

$47,000 – $51,000 per year

Pay: $47,000.00 – $51,000.00 per year

Language

Other languages besides English (Required)

Work Location

Long Island

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Huntington Station, NY 11746

Schedule

8 hour shift

Monday to Friday

Pay: $47,000.00 – $51,000.00 per year

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• 403(b)
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

HWCLI is an equal opportunity employer.

HWCLI is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply.

Established in 1947, the Health and Welfare Council of Long Island (HWCLI) is a regional, nonprofit umbrella organization for health and human service providers dedicated to improving the lives of Long Island’s most vulnerable residents by responding to their needs through the promotion and development of public policies and direct services.

110 Walt Whitman Road, Suite 101, Huntington Station, NY 11746