Community Development & Outreach Liaison, Family Enrichment Center

RISEBORO COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIP•New York, NY

3d•$30 - $30•Onsite

About The Position

The Community Development & Outreach Liaison is part of the Education Division program staff and contributes to the day-to-day operation of the Family Enrichment Center (FEC). The role builds and maintains a parent or advisory group, cultivates relationships with community groups and stakeholders, and helps ensure the FEC is a warm and welcoming place where participants can exchange information, referrals, and resources. The liaison builds connections through engaging communication that supports family protective factors among FEC participants and community members. The position develops community partnerships and relevant activities, shares resource and referral information, manages outreach channels, and coordinates events and workshops. It also supports community leadership development, engages youth and families, represents FEC interests in local forums, and collaborates with FEC staff, the community advisory board, and funders to develop, track, and evaluate program efforts and outcomes. The liaison may supervise interns and volunteers and perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED equivalent and at least five years of professional experience in community organizing, building partnerships, and/or community-led programs; alternatively, a bachelor's degree in social work or a related field and at least three years of relevant professional experience.
Knowledge of and commitment to the Brownsville community.
Ability to influence others to support and advance RiseBoro's goals.
Ability to use personal experience with disability, mental illness, the criminal legal system, justice, special education, substance use disorder, and/or foster care to support community resiliency, recovery, and wellness.
Ability to facilitate and/or present to groups of families, adults, and community stakeholders.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Excellent organizational, time-management, and interpersonal skills, including the ability to maintain positive relationships.
Positive attitude and entrepreneurial spirit.
Ability to work collaboratively and creatively, build relationships, and manage multiple projects.
Ability to multitask, prioritize, problem-solve, manage time effectively, and execute goals.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and related web-based applications, such as Word, Excel, Teams, SharePoint, and Google Docs.
Flexibility and adaptability with work schedule, including occasional evenings or weekends as needed.
Commitment to RiseBoro's mission, vision, and values.
Understanding of institutional and structural racism and bias and their impact on underserved and underrepresented communities.
Demonstrated commitment to supporting communities that have experienced systemic oppression and bias.

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated experience in community organizing, building partnerships, and/or community-led programs.
Bachelor's degree in social work or a related field.

Responsibilities

Develop and nurture collaborative relationships with community stakeholders to provide relevant activities and programming and foster belonging, pride, and mutual respect.
Identify and engage residents, local businesses, community organizations, and government agencies.
Create, gather, and disseminate resource materials and referral information concerning issues important to the Brownsville community and FEC participants.
Co-manage the FEC website, social media accounts, and other outreach access points.
Plan, coordinate, and execute outreach events, workshops, and activities with the team, including maintaining systems to quantify participation.
Train the community advisory board, program staff, and interns in outreach, engagement, and recruitment.
Identify and develop emerging community leaders for community advisory and staff leadership roles.
Engage community members, especially youth and young adults, in strategies such as problem-solving, mentoring, community resource exploration, and life skills support.
Build partnerships with community organizations, schools, public institutions, public officials, coalitions, and other stakeholders to increase engagement and leverage resources for FEC members.
Serve as a liaison between RiseBoro and the community by responding to inquiries, providing information, and addressing concerns.
Create guides, toolkits, and other tools to increase resident awareness of and access to local resources, services, and supports.
Attend and actively participate in Community Board, school, and other Brownsville-based community meetings as appropriate to represent FEC interests.
Identify and maintain up-to-date information on community issues and trends affecting children, youth, and families.
Promote opportunities for youth, families, and community residents to participate in FEC program planning and implementation.
Supervise interns and volunteers when required.
Collaborate with FEC staff, the community advisory board, and funders to develop, track, and evaluate program efforts and outcomes.
Perform other related duties as assigned.