SNAP Outreach Specialist

Priority Dispatch Corp.; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading organization dedicated to fighting hunger as a SNAP Specialist I. In this role, you will empower individuals in Oklahoma to access vital nutrition assistance. Your responsibilities will include educating clients about the SNAP program and assisting them with applications. You'll work closely with community partners to ensure that families receive the help they need. This position offers a chance to make a real difference in your community.

Benefits

100% paid medical, dental, vision insurance

401(K) retirement plan

Paid parental leave

Paid time off and holidays

Qualifications

• 2 years in a relevant field or an associate's degree.
• 1 year in customer service.

Responsibilities

• Educate and assist individuals with the SNAP program.
• Schedule and conduct SNAP education sessions.

Skills

Customer Service

Communication

Education

Associate's Degree

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Office Applications

Database Software

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma Headquarters - OKLAHOMA CITY, OK

Salary Range: $18.47 - $20.19 Hourly

Description

Who We Are

The Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma’s mission is to lead a network that provides nutritious food and pathways to self-sufficiency for people facing hunger. We believe everyone deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to food security. We are committed to remain on the front lines, along with our community-based partners, to provide nutritious food and resources for Oklahomans facing hunger.

Job Description

Are you passionate about making a difference in your community? Join us as a SNAP Specialist I and help neighbors in Oklahoma access essential nutrition assistance. In this role, you will educate, assist and empower individuals and families to navigate the SNAP program, ensuring they receive the assistance they need.

A Day in the Life

SNAP Requirements in Oklahoma:

• Familiar with the basic requirements for the SNAP program in Oklahoma.

• Be knowledgeable and communicate this information with others.
  

SNAP Education and Application Help:

• Schedule, promote, and conduct SNAP education sessions and application help programs.

• Join partner organizations that work with potential applicants in a specific region of the service area.
  

Building Relationships with Partner Agencies:

• Identify, cultivate, and establish relationships with partner agencies and community organizations.

• Distribute SNAP materials to these organizations and address any public inquiries or requests in the assigned region.
  

Application Processing:

• Help with the submission of new applications, renewals, and re-applications using OKDHSLive.org.

• Aim to meet specific monthly goals with at least of 50 applications processed.
  

Referring Clients to Other Services:

• Refer clients to hunger programs and other available services that can give extra help.
  

Aiding Partner Programs:

• Identify partner programs suitable for assisting with SNAP application submissions.

• Offer one-on-one coaching to increase applicants' knowledge of the application process.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

How you have spent your time:

• Obtaining an associate’s degree or working for at least 2 years in a relevant field.

• Working for at least 1 year in customer service.
  

Other Qualifications:

• Reliable transportation.

• Valid driver’s license and a good driving record.

• Use office applications and database software. Able to learn new software systems.
  

Preferred Qualifications

How you have spent your time:

• Obtaining a bachelor's degree in a relevant field.

Your Environment

Environmentally controlled with no exposure to extreme changes in the weather, and limited exposure to humidity/moisture relative to atmospheric condition variations. No exposure to dust, chemicals, gases, fumes, smoke, excessive noise, and/or vibrations. Work generally performed in an office environment. Travel may be required for assignments, meetings, and training. Weekend and/or Holiday hours may be required.

Physical Demands

The company will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. Utilize multi-limb coordination and flexibility combined with control precision to perform fine motor skills including: finger manipulation, grasping, feeling, arm-hand steadiness, in order to push, pull or lift objects. Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Work involves sitting most of the time, but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Utilizes multi-limb coordination to balance on even surfaces, stoop, kneel, stand, and walk, reach over shoulders or below the knees. Must employ the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required by the company’s Environmental, Health, and Safety policies.

We'll Take Care of You

The Regional Food Bank offers a combination of competitive benefit plans and work-life assistance:

• 100% paid medical, dental, vision, short-term disability and basic life insurance.

• Long-term disability

• Supplemental life insurance

• 401(K) retirement plan

• Paid parental leave

• Flexible spending accounts

• Holiday savings program

• Paid time off (based on years of service) and 11 paid holidays plus three floating holidays.

• Wellness events

Benefits will vary depending on the type of position and are subject to change at the discretion of the Regional Food Bank.

EEO Statement

Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma is an Equal Employment Opportunity, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, marital status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.