Community Connector (Somali Speaking) - Willmar (#0525H)
Community Connector (Somali Speaking) - Willmar (#0525H)
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JOB STATUS: Full time (40 hours) 12 months per year
LOCATION: Willmar MN
Connecting Communities Empowering Lives!
Passionate about making a difference Join us as a Community Connector and play a vital role
in engaging educating and assisting individualsin accessing essential programs and services
within UCAP and the broader community!
WHAT YOULL DO:
Engage & Educate: Conduct outreachpresentations and events to promoteUCAP programs.
Facilitate Access: Guide individuals through screening and enrollment for services.
Champion Health Equity: Strengthen partnerships with healthcare and public services to support RIM communities.
Develop Partnerships: Collaborate with BIPOC organizations for culturally responsive outreach.
Support Participants: Help individuals navigate services understand rights and create action plans.
Promote Collaboration: Build a strong referral network with community groups schools and businesses.
SKILLS TO WOW US:
Strong verbal and written skills to effectively engage diverse communities.
Ability to establish trust build relationships and work collaboratively.
Understanding of diverse backgrounds with a commitment to equity and inclusion.
Ability to manage multiple tasks document activities and meet deadlines.
Creative and adaptive approach to connecting individuals with resources.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Bachelors degree in Human Services or a related field with two (2) years of experience in human services OR
Community Health Worker CertificationOR
A combined total of five (5) years of education and experience in a related field.
WHATS IN IT FOR YOU
Starting salary of $20.00 - $30.67/hour - plus benefits!
Full-time (40 hours per week) 12 Months a year
Opportunities to grow learn & make a lasting impact!
BENEFITS:
The Agencys Benefits Plan allows employees to choose among a number of benefit options including but not necessarily limited to PTO 12 paid holidays each year health insurance dental insurance vision insurance Short-Term Disability (STD) Long Term Disability (LTD) accident insurance critical illness insurance Earned Sick & Safe Time (ESST) hospital indemnity insurance basic life insurance voluntary life insurance 401k retirement plan HSA FSA medical & dependent care Proximal Health CancerCare Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and a Wellness Program.Programs resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment funding availability union/collective bargaining agreement location and length of service with United Community Action Partnership Inc.
CLOSING DATE: Open Until Filled
CONTACT:
United Community Action Partnership Inc.
United Community Action Partnership Inc. is an EOE/ADA/AA Employer.
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
