Hybrid Outreach Worker bei Urban Strategies, Inc.

BACKGROUND:

USI is a national nonprofit with extensive experience in the design and implementation of place-based human capital development strategies in

communities that are undergoing comprehensive physical revitalization.

Founded in 1978, USI is a leader in community development, supporting about 30,000 economically stressed families, approximately 100,000 individuals, in 53 communities in 28 major metropolitan areas. USI represents a movement towards a future where all children and families will be stable and thriving, supported by our unwavering dedication to being results-based, data-driven, and equity-centered.

JOB SUMMARY:  

Urban Strategies is seeking an Outreach Worker to connect with and engage a targeted group of residents in a community revitalization and Human Capital building program. The Outreach Worker will be responsible for sharing information with residents about the revitalization effort including programs, community-wide events and activities, and public and resident meetings. The Outreach Worker will support the case managers and the project manager in locating and tracking originally displaced public housing households and connecting them to a Human Capital program and to new housing. The Outreach Workers will also assist the Project Manager and case management team with other tasks as requested.

JOB RESPONSIBILITES:

• Serve as first point of contact at the site answering phones, greeting visitors, and scheduling appointments.
• Assist with coordination of Day-to-Day office operations: creating and maintaining office supply inventory.
• Manage social media and marking communications for internal and external partners-distributing flyers, newsletters, mailings, and emails.  
• Maintain a database with the most updated contact information for residents and community partners. 
• Manage office expense reconciliation.
• Assist with event and meeting planning.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:  

• High School Diploma and some college preferred.   
• Experience in Microsoft Outlook and Microsoft Office software. 
• Ability and commitment to handle privileged information in a professional and confidential manner. 
• Availability to attend evening and weekend functions as required.   
• Have a valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle for work purposes. 
• Ability to work effectively as a team player in both internal and external relationships, demonstrating strong communication skills.  

Urban Strategies, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.