Intake & Community Relations Specialist, The Place for Children with Autism - Chicago, IL

Title: Intake & Community Relations Specialist

Type: Full-time

Location: Chicago, IL

Pay: Not Listed

As the Intake & Community Relations Specialist, you will be responsible for overseeing the intake process to ensure that all new families experience a high-quality and seamless onboarding into services. This includes oversight of intake workflows, documentation accuracy, and coordination of insurance enrollment needs. You will work closely with the outreach team and cross-functional departments to ensure that all required documents are submitted, and all processes are followed in alignment with organizational standards and timelines.

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Community Violence Responder, SGA Youth & Family Services - Chicago, IL

Title: Community Violence Responder

Type: Full-time, in-person

Location: Chicago, IL

Pay: $26/hour

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Journeys End Refugee Services VISTA, The Service Collaborative of WNY Inc. - Buffalo, NY

 

At a glance

$24K/yr

Medical coverage plus paid time off

Onsite, based in Buffalo, New York, United States

Work in person from the location

Job

Full-time∙From April 7 to April 7

US work authorization required

As an AmeriCorps member in the VISTA program, you will support an organization to make sustainable change in areas that affect poverty, including education, public health, climate, access to benefits, and more. Through activities such as fundraising, grant writing, research, and volunteer recruitment, you will gain professional experience and leadership skills. This opportunity prepares you for a life of service in the public, private, or nonprofit sector. 

 

Journey's End Refugee Services 

JERS is a community-based organization with the mission of welcoming refugees without regard to ethnic origin or creed and to assist them to become healthy, independent, contributing members of the community. Journey’s End’s purpose is to provide refugees with the resources and support they need to become successful, active and contributing members of the Western New York Community. Journey's End Refugee Services (JERS) has been serving the WNY community for 39 years providing essential services for the immigrant and refugee population. The programs offered at JERS make up a staggering list of wraparound supports to ensure clients can succeed in their new community 

 

Community Outreach VISTA : The VISTA will support Journey's End Refugee Services' mission to help refugees by assisting the Community Outreach Department. Key responsibilities include recruiting, training, and managing volunteers, coordinating in-kind donations, building community partnerships, and providing team support. The VISTA will work closely with the Community Outreach Coordinator to help build capacity for the program to help expand their reach in the Western New York Community. 

 

Language Access VISTA: The Language Access VISTA will support the Interpreting Department by implementing new scheduling software, improving Journey’s End’s language access plan, assisting with educational curriculum development, and collecting client feedback surveys. This role will help ensure that Journey's End clients receive high-quality language access services to meet their health and other needs.

 

Required Academic and Experience Qualification 

Must be a U.S. Citizen, national or lawful permanent resident alien.

Able to provide the following documentation: birth certification, driver’s license or state photo ID, social security card, and high school diploma or college degree.

Must undergo a national criminal history check. 

 

Member Benefits 

An annual living stipend $957.46 biweekly, or $24,893.96 annually pre-tax.

An AmeriCorps Eli Segal Education Award of $7,395.00 OR $1,800 cash stipend, provided after successful completion of service term. 

Post Service federal employment incentives and opportunities – NCE non-competitive eligibility.

Basic health insurance. 

Child Care assistance to those who qualify.

Monthly professional development and multiple training opportunities. 

Relocation Reimbursement – based on direct mileage between your home address and your VISTA service site (if moving 50 miles or more) and a Settling-In Allowance of $750 if you relocate within one month of start of service.   

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Community Health Outreach Worker, South Side Healthy Community Organization - Hybrid (Chicago, IL)

 

At a glance

$20–23/hr

Medical, dental, and vision coverage plus paid time off

Hybrid, based in Chicago, Illinois, United States

Work in person for part of the week, from the location

Job

Full-time

US work authorization required

The Community Health Outreach Worker provides health education, disease management education, health care and social service navigation services, and/or case management services to patients/community residents. The Community Health Outreach Worker will work within the community to establish relationships and maintain a presence amongst the community and community partners.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential duties.

• Provide pertinent health education and health behavior information to patient population/priority communities with the intent of assisting community members in improving health.
• Establish positive learning expectations for patients/participants and their families by assessing their needs and explaining information in a clear and concise manner.
• Work closely with patients and/or families to provide health education in various settings such as during home visits, health fairs, community events, clinic, hospital, ER, or via phone.
• Under supervision, assist patients/participants/community members in obtaining the appropriate needed health services (e.g., doctors, follow-up exams, medications, referrals, etc.) and/or social services.
• Follow-up on all issues until resolved or the proper authorities are notified.
• Perform home visits to members to provide health education and ensure continued engagement.
• Provides telephonic and in-person outreach to address member care gaps and other needs.
• Thoroughly document and record all interactions with program patients and participants in the community using the data collection procedures established by the department. This may include inputting data and information into spreadsheets, databases, electronic health record systems and others.
• Writes up work experiences/case stories/anecdotal evidence about program/intervention.
• Monitor and order project supplies including educational materials and medical devices as needed.
• Establish, develop, and maintain relationships with community residents, community organizations and stakeholders to further the work of SSHCO in the community and to promote program goals.
• Assist in conducting surveys such as community health needs assessment and informs leadership of the needs of the service communities.
• Assist in program-wide recruiting efforts by developing relationships with community-based leaders, organizations and community members and providing approved health education materials and resources to community members and organizations.
• Collect information from community members and program participants for reports and data to measure program impact. Assist with preparing reports.
• Represent SSHCO at community events and coalition/community meetings to understand community issues and build relationships with community members.
• Assist in establishing new SSHCO programs and care models as needed.
• May present program information at conferences and other professional events.
• Participate regularly in internal and external professional development opportunities.
• Perform other related duties and participate in special projects and assignments as assigned.
• Performs other duties as requested.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Flexible work schedule required. The typical schedule is weekdays 8:00am – 4:30pm but shifts may vary, and occasional weekend/evening work may be required.
• Travel: This position requires regular travel throughout the Chicagoland area. A valid driver's license, reliable vehicle, and proof of insurance are required.
• Education: High school diploma or the equivalent required.
• Experience:
  • 2 years of direct patient care or community/patient health experience preferred.
• Computer Skills:
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, SharePoint, Excel, PowerPoint) preferred.
• Additional:
• Familiarity and/or experience working with Chicago's West Side and/or South Side communities (residents preferred).
• Ability to work in various settings, including home visits, health fairs, community events, clinics, and hospital, emergency room departments or via phone required.
• Manual dexterity for various duties (e.g., typing, lifting up to 15 lbs.).
• Ability to provide health education in individual and group settings.
• Ability to coordinate non-clinical care under supervision.
• Passion for working with community members and providers.
• Strong interpersonal skills to connect and build trust with diverse populations.
• Commitment to racial and health equity.
• Punctual, reliable, and eager to learn.

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Community Outreach and Education Coordinator, USCRI - Remote

 

Community Outreach and Education Coordinator

Hourly Full TimeProfessional

Remote, Remote, Remote, US

11 days agoRequisition ID: 2491

Salary Range:$35.46 To $40.27 Hourly

OVERVIEW

The Refugee Youth Resource Center was established to improve outcomes for refugee children/youth and their families through providing education, resources, and support to refugee-serving agencies. The Community Outreach and Education Coordinator will conduct national outreach to develop relationships with key stakeholders who may encounter and who service refugee youth. The coordinator will develop relationships with service providers, educators, child welfare, law enforcement, and refugee task forces to advocate for and provide education about the needs of refugee youth. The position will require the facilitation and development of trainings and presentations, as well as the facilitation of a Refugee Youth Council to foster an inclusive and empowering environment for youth to share their insights and feedback. The position reports to the Senior Community Outreach and Education Coordinator. Individuals with lived experience are highly encouraged to apply.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

 

• Provide national, regional, and targeted local community outreach and education with community service providers to improve outcomes for refugee youth; 
• Develop and maintain relationships with external organizations/subject matter experts for technical assistance and collaboration; 
• Plan and develop educational resources to be shared with community stakeholders and service providers; 
• Contribute to an online library of resources and tools to support learning goals and needs of service providers working with refugee youth;  
• Make ongoing efforts to identify providers and resources to support the work of agencies serving refugee youth;
• Execute an outreach plan for refugee youth focused community outreach and education efforts;
• Conduct and analyze needs assessments with refugee resettlement staff, external refugee serving providers, and families to identify stakeholders and parties for community outreach/education;
• Maintain data on development and outreach activities;
• Co-design and facilitate a Refugee Youth Council, comprised of refugee youth with lived experience, to inform activities of the Refugee Youth Resource Center; 
• Provide geographic support based on needs to train and educate local stakeholders; and
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

 

All of the above duties and responsibilities are essential job functions subject to reasonable accommodation. All job duties indicated is not to be an exhaustive statement and other job-related duties may be assigned as required by the supervisor(s).   
 

 

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

 

• Bachelor’s degree in a behavioral science, education, or social services field with at least three years’ experience in child welfare, case management, and working with refugee children and youth;
• Prior experience working in domestic refugee resettlement is required;
• Excellent organizational, verbal, written, presentation, and interpersonal communication skills;
• Experience in developing and leading youth-focused programs or councils, particularly those involving individuals with lived experience is a plus
• Demonstrated experience partnering with and providing training, guidance, and support to community-based organizations and other institutions; 
• Proven experience in youth engagement, community development, or a related field;
• Strong technology skills;
• Strict adherence to timeframes, policy, and procedure;
• Ability to prioritize duties and multi-task in a fast-paced environment;
• Ability to work well independently and in a team;
• Ability to track and analyze data;
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office, specifically proficiency with Word, Power Point, Publisher, and Excel is required;
• Position is remote and the candidate must have an appropriate workspace to complete documentation, phone calls, and video conferencing;
• Fluency in other languages highly preferred;
• Willing to travel a few times annually;
• Candidate must demonstrate a commitment to comply with mandatory state reporting requirements for child abuse and neglect;
• Candidate must have dedication to the human rights of refugees, immigrants, asylum seekers and displaced people;
• Demonstrated support of USCRI’s values by exhibiting respect for others, maintenance of confidential information and an appreciation of a multicultural workplace.

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FEMA Corps AmeriCorps NCCC Team Leader (Summer 2025)

 

SUMMARY
Program Type:
AmeriCorps NCCC Team Leaders
Program
FEMA Corps AmeriCorps NCCC Team Leader - Summer 2025
Program Start/End Date
06/10/2025  -   05/15/2026
Work Schedule	Full Time
Age Requirement
Minimum:  18    Maximum:  None
Program Locations	PUERTO RICO ,  MINNESOTA ,  SOUTH CAROLINA ,  CONNECTICUT ,  ILLINOIS ,  KENTUCKY ,  MAINE ,  ALASKA ,  WISCONSIN ,  HAWAII ,  NORTH DAKOTA ,  ARIZONA ,  VIRGIN ISLANDS ,  NORTH CAROLINA ,  RHODE ISLAND ,  CALIFORNIA ,  MISSOURI ,  OHIO ,  OREGON ,  NEW MEXICO ,  PENNSYLVANIA ,  MASSACHUSETTS ,  NEW HAMPSHIRE ,  WASHINGTON ,  MICHIGAN ,  TENNESSEE ,  NEBRASKA ,  VIRGINIA ,  IOWA ,  COLORADO ,  NEW YORK ,  SOUTH DAKOTA ,  GEORGIA ,  MISSISSIPPI ,  LOUISIANA ,  NEVADA ,  DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA ,  AMERICAN SAMOA ,  WEST VIRGINIA ,  MARYLAND ,  ALABAMA ,  OKLAHOMA ,  IDAHO ,  GUAM ,  UTAH ,  DELAWARE ,  NEW JERSEY ,  MONTANA ,  SAIPAN ,  WYOMING ,  INDIANA ,  VERMONT ,  ARKANSAS ,  FLORIDA ,  TEXAS ,  KANSAS
Languages	English
Accepting Applications
From  10/01/2024  To  01/31/2025
Contact	Gary Crosson
250 E St SW
Washington   DC   20525
8009422677
ANCCC@AmeriCorps.gov
AmeriCorps.gov/nccc Member Duties : You will lead a team through administrative service in the areas of logistics, community relations, individual and public assistance, planning, preparedness, and recovery activities. Your team could be conducting data entry, mapping disaster evacuation routes, or helping sign up survivors for assistance, so adaptability is key! As a Team Leader, you will be crucial to your team’s success. You’ll be responsible for directing, motivating, and mentoring a diverse team of young people. FEMA and NCCC staff will look to you for coordination of project logistics. Gain invaluable supervisory experience, challenge yourself, and get a foot in the door to work for the federal government.   Program Benefits : Health Coverage ,  Relocation Allowance ,  Stipend ,  Education award upon successful completion of service ,  Training ,  Housing ,  Living Allowance ,  Childcare assistance if eligible .    Terms : Uniforms provided and required ,  Prohibits paid work outside of the sponsoring agency at any time .    Service Areas : Housing ,  Homelessness ,  Environment ,  Hurricane Katrina ,  Education ,  Health ,  Community and Economic Development ,  Disaster Relief ,  Community Outreach .    Skills : General Skills ,  Public Speaking ,  Communications ,  Disaster Services ,  Conflict Resolution ,  Leadership ,  Community Organization ,  Writing/Editing .  Original Posting

FEMA Corps (Winter 2025)

 

SUMMARY
Program Type:
AmeriCorps NCCC
Program
FEMA Corps - AmeriCorps NCCC Winter 2025
Program Start/End Date
02/03/2025  -   11/21/2025
Work Schedule	Full Time
Age Requirement
Minimum:  18    Maximum:  26
Program Locations	PENNSYLVANIA ,  MAINE ,  TENNESSEE ,  GEORGIA ,  COLORADO ,  WEST VIRGINIA ,  HAWAII ,  OHIO ,  SAIPAN ,  NEBRASKA ,  UTAH ,  FLORIDA ,  MONTANA ,  NEW JERSEY ,  ALASKA ,  NEVADA ,  TEXAS ,  MISSISSIPPI ,  VERMONT ,  MASSACHUSETTS ,  MINNESOTA ,  WYOMING ,  RHODE ISLAND ,  DELAWARE ,  SOUTH DAKOTA ,  OREGON ,  ILLINOIS ,  LOUISIANA ,  NORTH DAKOTA ,  WISCONSIN ,  AMERICAN SAMOA ,  IDAHO ,  MICHIGAN ,  KANSAS ,  OKLAHOMA ,  DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA ,  NEW HAMPSHIRE ,  MISSOURI ,  VIRGINIA ,  ARKANSAS ,  CONNECTICUT ,  GUAM ,  KENTUCKY ,  ARIZONA ,  NEW MEXICO ,  MARYLAND ,  PUERTO RICO ,  NORTH CAROLINA ,  ALABAMA ,  CALIFORNIA ,  SOUTH CAROLINA ,  VIRGIN ISLANDS ,  IOWA ,  NEW YORK ,  INDIANA ,  WASHINGTON
Languages	English
Accepting Applications
From  07/01/2024  To  10/31/2024
Contact	Gary Crosson
250 E Street SW
Washington   DC   20525
800-942-2677
ANCCC@AmeriCorps.gov
https://americorps.gov/serve/americorps/americorps-nccc/fema-corps Member Duties : You will perform administrative service in the areas of logistics, community relations, individual and public assistance, planning, preparedness, and recovery activities. You could be conducting data entry, mapping disaster evacuation routes, or helping sign up survivors for assistance, so openness to new experiences is key! You’ll also undergo intensive training directly from FEMA at the beginning of your service and take on leadership roles and specialized assignments along the way. Learn and grow with a team of your peers and get a foot in the door to work for the federal government.   Program Benefits : Health Coverage ,  Stipend ,  Living Allowance ,  Childcare assistance if eligible ,  Training ,  Housing ,  Education award upon successful completion of service .    Terms : Uniforms provided and required ,  Prohibits paid work outside of the sponsoring agency at any time .    Service Areas : Hurricane Katrina ,  Community and Economic Development ,  Community Outreach ,  Disaster Relief ,  Public Safety .    Skills : Public Speaking ,  General Skills ,  Leadership ,  Conflict Resolution ,  Writing/Editing ,  Disaster Services ,  Team Work ,  Communications .  Original Posting

Community Navigator - Equal Hope - Depression Outreach - RUSH

 

Community Navigator - Equal Hope - Depression Outreach (Job ID: 7879)

Location: 1645 W Jackson Blvd, Chicago, IL 60612

Hospital: RUSH University Medical Center

Department: Equal Hope (Women's Health)

Work Type: Full-Time - 40 hours per week (1.0 FTE)

Shift: Day Shift

Work Schedule: 8 Hour Shifts - Evenings and Weekends included for Outreach events

Summary:
The Metropolitan Chicago Breast Cancer Task Force is a not-for-profit organization formed in response to the large racial disparity in breast cancer mortality in Chicago. The Task Force is working to eliminate disparities in breast cancer outcomes and improve breast health for all Chicago area women through a multi-faceted approach that involves initiatives in policy, advocacy, outreach, education, navigation and quality improvement in medical care. The Community Navigator will be involved in the implementation and expansion of the Community Health program, including outreach, navigation and other initiatives as they are developed. Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.

Responsibilities:
1. Community Based Navigation (70% of Time).
2. Community Outreach (15% of Time).
3. Develop and maintain relationships with provider partners and community based organizations to implement and promote Task Force navigation efforts and other initiatives.
4. Assist in the planning and execution of the Task Force's annual community event, special events and presentations to reach and educate the community about the Task Force and its community-based initiatives. Market the Task Force navigation program while attending community events to help drive program participation through initiatives with community-based groups.
5. Track all outreach activities in the navigation database.
6. Other Duties: (15% of Time)
7. Assist with the preparation of quarterly and bi-annual grant reports, as needed.

Other information:
Required Job Qualifications:
• Five years of experience in community relations, community outreach or a related field. Candidates may substitute years of direct experience for years of education.
• Cultural competency expressed via experience and interest working with diverse communities (race/ethnicity, economic, educational), along with the ability to work in low resource environments.
• Genuine concern for health equity and justice, along with an interest in advocacy on behalf of the underserved.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills.
• Strong presentation skills.
• Experience conducting breast cancer related outreach and education.
• Ability to use Microsoft Office, including Microsoft Access.
• Data entry experience.
• Flexibility to attend evening and weekend community events and meetings.
• Amenable to change. Ability to work independently as well as integrate as part of a team and part of clinic flow. Resourceful and resilient, innovative problem solver and motivated learner.
• Friendly, cooperative, passionate and compassionate.
• Respects individuals' right to participate in screening and individuals'' confidentiality.

Rush is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

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