Community Resource Specialist

Cultivate Initiatives•Portland, OR

1d•Onsite

About The Position

About Cultivate Initiatives: We are a group of people who work alongside those on the margins to empower individuals and communities through an inclusive range of initiatives and support. We build communities from the inside out through workforce development, housing and homemaking, and supportive sheltering.

Requirements

Current and valid driver’s license
Be physically present at the CI Workforce Hub from 8:30AM - 4:30PM on assigned days, including the 8:30AM and 4:15PM debriefs, unless otherwise approved by supervisor

Responsibilities

Engage & build relationships with unhoused neighbors and determine needs together
Connect unhoused neighbors to resources both within and outside of Cultivate Initiatives
Conduct regular outreach alongside Community Beautification team members
Collaborate with specialists across initiatives to find resources and meet needs of people on their caseload
Utilize organizational database to track caseload of individuals’ needs and supports
Maintain an up-to-date understanding of resources and connections to organizations in the area that can provide services to unhoused neighbors, including but not limited to shelter, legal support, mental and physical health care, food, and recovery
Manage an inventory of outreach supplies and support the Health & Hygiene team with inventory and donation maintenance
Practice clear and professional communication with co-workers
Work collaboratively with co-workers to ensure the success of the program
Accept and use the tools, instructions, and feedback given by the program manager, including apps on your cell phone or mobile device
Represent Cultivate Initiatives to various partners and community members
Follow all safety and OSHA guidelines
Participate in meetings and trainings
May perform other duties as requested by supervisor