Community Organizer (49598)

WESTCARE INC•Milwaukee, WI

4d•$20 - $20

About The Position

The Community Organizer oversees street outreach activities, including arrangement, coordination, monitoring, and door-to-door activities. Essential Job Functions include those listed below.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
Two (2) years of experience working with disadvantaged, at risk, and/or disabled youth
Ability to use office equipment, such as printers, scanners, phones, and fax machines required
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Office required
Ability to analyze situations accurately and develop appropriate responses or techniques required
Ability to communicate effectively in order to relay information to others is required
Professional appearance and demeanor required
Ability to relate well with a diversity of ages and cultural backgrounds
Must be culturally/linguistically sensitive to populations served.
Valid drivers license and the ability to obtain and maintain WestCares vehicle insurance is required.

Nice To Haves

Relevant certification(s) and/or licensure preferred; Preference will be given certified candidates
Graduation from an accredited four-year college with a degree in Counseling, Criminal Justice, Social Work, Psychology or other field related to the position is preferred
Fluency in Spanish and the ability to speak and interpret Ebonics is preferred
Experience in working with high-risk youth and their families preferred
Knowledge of the principles, procedures, techniques, trends, and literature related to prevention and substance abuse preferred

Responsibilities

Oversees the day-to-day community organizing, networking, and resident mobilization activities within designated neighborhood(s);
Develops and implements grassroots organizing tactics and coalition building;
Works collaboratively to establish a positive working relationship with law enforcement, Local and State elected officials, Faith-based organizations, community agencies, etc.;
Collects resources to provide planning, problem solving, and assessment services relating to crime, violence, and drug prevention efforts designated neighborhoods.
Organizes and implements community clean-ups during the Spring and Fall seasons;
Make presentations and represents WestCare Wisconsin at relevant community forums, block watch meetings, media events and collaborative community-based projects;
Works to ensure that WestCare Wisconsin services are known, understood, and accessible;
Works with residents to identify and document complaints of illegal activity, including drug, gang, and gun activity from residents, law enforcement, or other sources;
Communicates with residents to identify and report illegal drug sale areas;
Ensures accurate and timely reporting and data entry of activities for assigned sectors;
Develop strategic neighborhood outreach plans and approaches;
Implements innovative ways to provide information and recruit residents for block watches and other initiatives;
Embraces and embodies the mission, vision, guiding principles, clinical vision and goals of WestCare Foundation;
Performs any other duties as assigned.