Outreach Case Worker(Bilingual English/Spanish)

This role conducts outreach, provides one-on-one enrollment assistance, and works closely with community partners to ensure residents understand and can access available food resources. Outreach & Community Engagement

● Conduct outreach to individuals and families who may be eligible for different programs and SNAP benefits.

● Represent Nourish.NJ at community events, food distributions, shelters, and partner organizations.

● Develop relationships with community partners, social service agencies, and healthcare providers to increase referrals.

Duties may include

● Manage client referrals through the main Outreach phone number, main nourish.NJ number and walk ins

● Complete general intake and assessments with new referrals

● Provide follow up to clients to ensure resolution of crisis situations and address any unresolved problems or questions

● Advocate for client needs and goals with other providers and community partners

● Provide one-on-one assistance completing SNAP applications.

● Educate applicants on eligibility requirements, benefit levels, and reporting responsibilities.

● Assist clients with recertification and benefits renewal. Qualifications

● Experience in community outreach, case management. ● Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

● Ability to work with individuals experiencing food insecurity, homelessness, or financial hardship.

● Proficiency with computers and basic data entry.

● Some afternoons and weekends as needed.

● Bilingual (English & Spanish)(REQUIRED)

Pay: From $23.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• AD&D insurance
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Language:

• Spanish (Required)

Work Location: In person