FEC Community Outreach Worker

Center For Family Life in Sunset Park • New York, NY

38d • $20 - $24

About The Position

Community Outreach Worker of Family Enrichment Center The Center for Family Life (CFL) in Sunset Park, Brooklyn (https://centerforfamilylife.org), is a nationally recognized social service program. CFL's mission is to promote positive outcomes for children and adults in Sunset Park by providing a comprehensive range of neighborhood-based family and social services. The Family Enrichment Center (FEC) is a new program being developed by CFL in 2024, and we are currently recruiting a short-term full-time Community Outreach Worker to join our team. The FEC is a warm and welcoming community gathering space located in Sunset Park, Brooklyn. It serves as a place where any member of the community can seek support, information, and services. Designed with a home-like atmosphere that mirrors the surrounding community, the FEC provides direct services, activities, and resources aimed at promoting family well-being and empowerment. Through collaboration with FEC staff, families will play a pivotal role in driving the planning, development, and sustainable co-ownership of the center. Families participating in FEC programs will be encouraged to contribute their expertise through co-designing and volunteering opportunities, fostering meaningful engagement with neighbors and peers. The FEC's objective is to enhance families' protective factors while fostering community connections, capacity, and resilience by working with families and local leaders to identify community strengths and develop programs (called "offerings"). More information about the FEC model can be found at: https://www.nyc.gov/site/acs/about/fec.page JOB DESCRIPTION Job Title: Community Outreach Worker Reports to: Community Liaison Location: Sunset Park, Brooklyn Employment Type: Full-Time (Temporary: December 22, 2025 – June 30, 2026) Hourly Rate: $20–$24 per hour Exemption: Non-Exempt Position Overview The Community Outreach Worker will support the RISE UP Family Enrichment Center by conducting outreach and engagement efforts in Sunset Park, helping connect residents to local programs, events, and services. This position is ideal for someone who is passionate about community building, relationship development, and supporting families from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds.

Requirements

• Prior experience in outreach, social services, education, or community work preferred.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to engage respectfully with people of diverse cultural and language backgrounds.
• Bilingual or multilingual (Spanish or Mandarin preferred).
• Reliable, flexible, and a team player.
• Passionate about community empowerment and inclusion.

Responsibilities

• Conduct outreach in the Sunset Park community through tabling, canvassing, phone calls, social media, and community events.
• Share information about local programs, resources, and services — such as Tax program, family support, ESL classes, youth programs, and health or wellness activities.
• Encourage participation in workshops, community meetings, and events by helping residents register or follow up.
• Collect community feedback and help identify emerging needs or ideas for future programs.
• Support event logistics, including setup, translation, and participant communication.
• Work collaboratively with other outreach workers, program staff, and community partners.
• Maintain basic records of outreach activities and participant engagement.
• Perform other community engagement tasks as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees