BronxWorks helps individuals and families improve their economic and social well-being. From toddlers to seniors, we feed, shelter, teach, and support our neighbors to build a stronger community. In all aspects of our work, we strive for the highest ethical and performance standards and guided by the belief that people are to be treated with dignity and respect regardless of their present situation or past experiences. We have 60locations throughout the borough providing a variety of programs that help in the areas of family, children and youth support, educational services, elder care, homelessness, mental health, and workforce development. We are an employer of choice for anyone interested in a meaningful career in the social services field.

RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Community Liaison/outreach workers will complete surveys to Pact Rad community and collect data that will assist in identifying disparities that affect health and wellness such as diabetes, high blood pressure, heart disease, limited doctor’s visits etc.
• The Community Liaison will gather Information via the surveys and use the information to develop service plans based on the community needs.
• The Community Liaison will assist the program coordinator to present Workshops that address the most pressing needs based on the survey results.
• The Community Liaison will interact with the participants on a weekly/biweekly basis and keep participants abreast of upcoming workshops.
• Assist Program coordinator with onsite preparations for workshops
• All other duties as assigned by coordinator.

QUALIFICATIONS: 

• High School diploma or GED. Some College Preferred
• Experience in the non-profit sector
• Familiarity with our benefits access program

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Full vaccination against COVID-19 is required
• Ability to use a computer for prolonged periods
• Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds
• Ability to stand, walk, or sit for long periods of time
• Ability to bend and retrieve objects and/or documents
• Ability to travel in the boroughs of New York City and its adjacent counties via public transportation
• Ability to travel for a minimum of 1 mile within a reasonable amount of time and in all types of weather, including inclement weather, if required to conduct home visits and/or field work.

BronxWorks seeks to build an inclusive organization grounded in respect for differences. BronxWorks is committed to equal employment opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified candidates and employees pursuant to applicable law. This commitment applies to all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, compensation, training and employee development, placement, promotion, demotion, upgrading, downgrading, transfer, layoff, and termination. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, military and veteran status, gender identity or expression, genetic information, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. If you require reasonable accommodation as part of the application process, please contact hrbenefits@bronxworks.org.