SNAP Outreach Coordinator
Southeast Missouri Food Bank, Inc Southeast Missouri Food Bank, Inc Jackson, MO Jackson, MO Full-time Full-time From $17 an hour From $17 an hour 2 days ago 2 days ago 2 days ago SNAP Outreach Coordinator Southeast Missouri Food Bank Department:
Programs Classification:
Full-Time, Non-Exempt Reports To:
Partner Relations/Compliance Director Location:
Jackson
Summary:
Primary responsibilities will be all SNAP Outreach efforts and back up for GSNAP efforts.
Printing of applications, related outreach and educational materials for member agencies and potential clients, traveling to various locations to reach potential clients.
Participate in area resource councils, farmers markets, and other events to promote the food bank's SNAP Outreach Plan.
Determining if individuals who access food bank partner agencies are receiving benefits.
Distributing brochures and other educational materials to food bank partner agencies.
In addition, this Specialist will have sole responsibility for SNAP Outreach at our Good Neighbor Pantry operation and assigned to special projects designed to increase the number of SNAP applicants in our service area.
Will also be back up to all GSNAP efforts, as needed.
Will attend 1-2 mobile distributions each month to reach out to mobile clients.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND
Responsibilities:
Food Safety Attends annual food safety training for food bank staff.
Practices food safety policies to maintain an environment conducive to safe food handling and distribution.
Assists in monitoring all member agencies annually for food safety and distribution compliance and other projects as assigned by Partner Relations/Compliance Director SNAP Specialist Provides SNAP & MM application assistance (with a focus on seniors) at various social service agencies and food pantries, educating low-income individuals about benefits, administering pre-screenings, assisting with application follow up.
Coordinates with local agencies including social service programs, food pantries, senior low income apartments, Aging Matters, State offices, and community partners Provides information and help to individuals and families, program staff and volunteers based upon a comprehensive understanding of food resources and other available benefits.
Remains up to date with changes in SNAP & MM benefits and shares knowledge with local partners and SEMO food bank staff.
Attends monthly SNAP webinars and biannual meeting with Feeding Missouri SNAP leader.
Assits when needed with SNAP applications obtained through Google website & stays current with knowledge.
Works to meet submitted application goals.
Travels regularly within the 16 counties served by Southeast Missouri Food Bank.
Must be willing to work some nights and Saturdays.
Represents SEMO Food Bank at County Area Resource Meetings as able.
All other duties as assigned, with or without notice.
Qualifications:
Must be warm, compassionate, and outgoing.
Must conduct outreach and successfully motivate seniors to participate in surveys and screenings.
Must be able to orally communicate and read and write in English at a level that is reflective of someone at this level of responsibility.
Computer literate - especially with Microsoft Excel and Word.
Valid Missouri driver's license and a good driving record.
Must be willing to travel.
Ability to work effectively with people of divergent backgrounds and opinions.
Clean and neat appearance with a team attitude.
Committed to the protection of patients' rights to personal and medical privacy.
We treat the patient, patient information and/or property with confidentiality and respect and strive to create a secure and trusting environment.
This commitment is reflected by ensuring that rights to privacy and modesty are honored.
Working in sometimes extreme weather/temperature conditions:
some food pantries do not have air conditioning and some work is outside Able to work in fast paced environments.
Experience Required:
Entry Level Must possess the physical, technical, and cognitive ability as well as the manual dexterity, to use patient care equipment.
Must be able to work some Saturdays and weeknights SKILLS AND
Qualifications:
This position requires strong interpersonal and communication skills and an interest in work with low-income populations and ethnically diverse populations.
Must have excellent written/oral communication skills.
Must be able to work well with others internally and in the field.
Must have a valid Missouri driver's license and a good driving record.
Experience working with non-profit community organizations and knowledge of hunger issues preferred.
Advanced computer skills required.
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee.
Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
From $17.
00 per hour Expected hours:
40 per week
Benefits:
Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance Schedule:
8 hour shift Day shift Monday to Friday People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply Ability to commute/relocate:
Jackson, MO 63755:
Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required) Language:
Bilingual (Preferred) License/Certification:
Driver's License (Required) Work Location:
In person Attends annual food safety training for food bank staff.
Practices food safety policies to maintain an environment conducive to safe food handling and distribution.
Assists in monitoring all member agencies annually for food safety and distribution compliance and other projects as assigned by Partner Relations/Compliance Director Provides SNAP & MM application assistance (with a focus on seniors) at various social service agencies and food pantries, educating low-income individuals about benefits, administering pre-screenings, assisting with application follow up.
Coordinates with local agencies including social service programs, food pantries, senior low income apartments, Aging Matters, State offices, and community partners Provides information and help to individuals and families, program staff and volunteers based upon a comprehensive understanding of food resources and other available benefits.
Remains up to date with changes in SNAP & MM benefits and shares knowledge with local partners and SEMO food bank staff.
Attends monthly SNAP webinars and biannual meeting with Feeding Missouri SNAP leader.
Assits when needed with SNAP applications obtained through Google website & stays current with knowledge.
Works to meet submitted application goals.
Travels regularly within the 16 counties served by Southeast Missouri Food Bank.
Must be willing to work some nights and Saturdays.
Represents SEMO Food Bank at County Area Resource Meetings as able.
Must be warm, compassionate, and outgoing.
Must conduct outreach and successfully motivate seniors to participate in surveys and screenings.
Must be able to orally communicate and read and write in English at a level that is reflective of someone at this level of responsibility.
Computer literate - especially with Microsoft Excel and Word.
Valid Missouri driver's license and a good driving record.
Must be willing to travel.
Ability to work effectively with people of divergent backgrounds and opinions.
Clean and neat appearance with a team attitude.
Committed to the protection of patients' rights to personal and medical privacy.
We treat the patient, patient information and/or property with confidentiality and respect and strive to create a secure and trusting environment.
This commitment is reflected by ensuring that rights to privacy and modesty are honored.
Working in sometimes extreme weather/temperature conditions:
some food pantries do not have air conditioning and some work is outside Able to work in fast paced environments.
Experience Required:
Entry Level Must possess the physical, technical, and cognitive ability as well as the manual dexterity, to use patient care equipment.
Must be able to work some Saturdays and weeknights This position requires strong interpersonal and communication skills and an interest in work with low-income populations and ethnically diverse populations.
Must have excellent written/oral communication skills.
Must be able to work well with others internally and in the field.
Must have a valid Missouri driver's license and a good driving record.
Experience working with non-profit community organizations and knowledge of hunger issues preferred.
Advanced computer skills required.
Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance 8 hour shift Day shift Monday to Friday Jackson, MO 63755:
Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required) Bilingual (Preferred) Driver's License (Required).
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Programs Classification:
Full-Time, Non-Exempt Reports To:
Partner Relations/Compliance Director Location:
Jackson
Summary:
Primary responsibilities will be all SNAP Outreach efforts and back up for GSNAP efforts.
Printing of applications, related outreach and educational materials for member agencies and potential clients, traveling to various locations to reach potential clients.
Participate in area resource councils, farmers markets, and other events to promote the food bank's SNAP Outreach Plan.
Determining if individuals who access food bank partner agencies are receiving benefits.
Distributing brochures and other educational materials to food bank partner agencies.
In addition, this Specialist will have sole responsibility for SNAP Outreach at our Good Neighbor Pantry operation and assigned to special projects designed to increase the number of SNAP applicants in our service area.
Will also be back up to all GSNAP efforts, as needed.
Will attend 1-2 mobile distributions each month to reach out to mobile clients.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND
Responsibilities:
Food Safety Attends annual food safety training for food bank staff.
Practices food safety policies to maintain an environment conducive to safe food handling and distribution.
Assists in monitoring all member agencies annually for food safety and distribution compliance and other projects as assigned by Partner Relations/Compliance Director SNAP Specialist Provides SNAP & MM application assistance (with a focus on seniors) at various social service agencies and food pantries, educating low-income individuals about benefits, administering pre-screenings, assisting with application follow up.
Coordinates with local agencies including social service programs, food pantries, senior low income apartments, Aging Matters, State offices, and community partners Provides information and help to individuals and families, program staff and volunteers based upon a comprehensive understanding of food resources and other available benefits.
Remains up to date with changes in SNAP & MM benefits and shares knowledge with local partners and SEMO food bank staff.
Attends monthly SNAP webinars and biannual meeting with Feeding Missouri SNAP leader.
Assits when needed with SNAP applications obtained through Google website & stays current with knowledge.
Works to meet submitted application goals.
Travels regularly within the 16 counties served by Southeast Missouri Food Bank.
Must be willing to work some nights and Saturdays.
Represents SEMO Food Bank at County Area Resource Meetings as able.
All other duties as assigned, with or without notice.
Qualifications:
Must be warm, compassionate, and outgoing.
Must conduct outreach and successfully motivate seniors to participate in surveys and screenings.
Must be able to orally communicate and read and write in English at a level that is reflective of someone at this level of responsibility.
Computer literate - especially with Microsoft Excel and Word.
Valid Missouri driver's license and a good driving record.
Must be willing to travel.
Ability to work effectively with people of divergent backgrounds and opinions.
Clean and neat appearance with a team attitude.
Committed to the protection of patients' rights to personal and medical privacy.
We treat the patient, patient information and/or property with confidentiality and respect and strive to create a secure and trusting environment.
This commitment is reflected by ensuring that rights to privacy and modesty are honored.
Working in sometimes extreme weather/temperature conditions:
some food pantries do not have air conditioning and some work is outside Able to work in fast paced environments.
Experience Required:
Entry Level Must possess the physical, technical, and cognitive ability as well as the manual dexterity, to use patient care equipment.
Must be able to work some Saturdays and weeknights SKILLS AND
Qualifications:
This position requires strong interpersonal and communication skills and an interest in work with low-income populations and ethnically diverse populations.
Must have excellent written/oral communication skills.
Must be able to work well with others internally and in the field.
Must have a valid Missouri driver's license and a good driving record.
Experience working with non-profit community organizations and knowledge of hunger issues preferred.
Advanced computer skills required.
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee.
Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
From $17.
00 per hour Expected hours:
40 per week
Benefits:
Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance Schedule:
8 hour shift Day shift Monday to Friday People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply Ability to commute/relocate:
Jackson, MO 63755:
Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required) Language:
Bilingual (Preferred) License/Certification:
Driver's License (Required) Work Location:
In person Attends annual food safety training for food bank staff.
Practices food safety policies to maintain an environment conducive to safe food handling and distribution.
Assists in monitoring all member agencies annually for food safety and distribution compliance and other projects as assigned by Partner Relations/Compliance Director Provides SNAP & MM application assistance (with a focus on seniors) at various social service agencies and food pantries, educating low-income individuals about benefits, administering pre-screenings, assisting with application follow up.
Coordinates with local agencies including social service programs, food pantries, senior low income apartments, Aging Matters, State offices, and community partners Provides information and help to individuals and families, program staff and volunteers based upon a comprehensive understanding of food resources and other available benefits.
Remains up to date with changes in SNAP & MM benefits and shares knowledge with local partners and SEMO food bank staff.
Attends monthly SNAP webinars and biannual meeting with Feeding Missouri SNAP leader.
Assits when needed with SNAP applications obtained through Google website & stays current with knowledge.
Works to meet submitted application goals.
Travels regularly within the 16 counties served by Southeast Missouri Food Bank.
Must be willing to work some nights and Saturdays.
Represents SEMO Food Bank at County Area Resource Meetings as able.
Must be warm, compassionate, and outgoing.
Must conduct outreach and successfully motivate seniors to participate in surveys and screenings.
Must be able to orally communicate and read and write in English at a level that is reflective of someone at this level of responsibility.
Computer literate - especially with Microsoft Excel and Word.
Valid Missouri driver's license and a good driving record.
Must be willing to travel.
Ability to work effectively with people of divergent backgrounds and opinions.
Clean and neat appearance with a team attitude.
Committed to the protection of patients' rights to personal and medical privacy.
We treat the patient, patient information and/or property with confidentiality and respect and strive to create a secure and trusting environment.
This commitment is reflected by ensuring that rights to privacy and modesty are honored.
Working in sometimes extreme weather/temperature conditions:
some food pantries do not have air conditioning and some work is outside Able to work in fast paced environments.
Experience Required:
Entry Level Must possess the physical, technical, and cognitive ability as well as the manual dexterity, to use patient care equipment.
Must be able to work some Saturdays and weeknights This position requires strong interpersonal and communication skills and an interest in work with low-income populations and ethnically diverse populations.
Must have excellent written/oral communication skills.
Must be able to work well with others internally and in the field.
Must have a valid Missouri driver's license and a good driving record.
Experience working with non-profit community organizations and knowledge of hunger issues preferred.
Advanced computer skills required.
Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance 8 hour shift Day shift Monday to Friday Jackson, MO 63755:
Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required) Bilingual (Preferred) Driver's License (Required).
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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