Program Associate - CalFresh Promotor

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POSITION TITLE: Program Associate - CalFresh Promotor

DEPARTMENT: Community Initiatives

REPORTS TO: Director of Nutrition and Food Security Programs

LOCATION: Los Angeles, Downtown

CLASSIFICATION: Non-Exempt, Full-Time

HOURLY RATE: $20.00

PERTINENT INFORMATION:

This position will service Panorama City, South Los Angeles and Lincoln Heights
Work Shift: Monday - Friday, 9:00AM-5:30PM

Responsibilities and Initiatives

Implement day-to-day program tasks, including enrolling individuals into food assistance programs (such as CalFresh and/or P-EBT), conducting community workshops on local food resources, communicating and maintaining partnerships with community members & partners, and other duties as assigned.
Monitor and case-manage individuals enrolled in food assistance programs.
Stay up to date with LA City and County health and safety-net programs like CalFresh, SNAP-Ed, Medi-Cal and others, and how they can support community members and NHF programs.

Represent NHF at community meetings and build relationships with community members to increase NHF’s program participation.
Coordinate and/or assist with community events that promote programs, services, and NHF overall.
Maintain records of program deliverables, such as attendance sheets and event reach, and input data in evaluation dashboards.
Provide support to other team members, including but not limited to preparing workshop & class materials, reviewing program lesson plans & curricula, assist with program planning, etc.
Always follow NHF policies and procedures.

At least 3 years of experience conducting community outreach and education as a certified or trained Community Health Worker or Promotora.
Knowledge of community resources, including public benefits, nonprofit organizations, and local businesses.
Experience working effectively with diverse communities.
Comfortable with public speaking and leading group activities
Strong team player able to work effectively and efficiently with others toward common goals.
Fluent in English and Spanish, or other commonly used language in Los Angeles County.
Reliable transportation! This position will be required to visit multiple different sites over the course of a week and will need transportation.

PROGRAMS

National Health Foundation is addressing the social determinants of health using several research-proven strategies. We are targeting Food Access, with an emphasis on increasing the availability of health and fresh foods in under-resourced communities, Housing, with a focus on providing shelter and care for individuals who have been released from the hospital, the Built Environment, prioritizing the removal of the barriers to health in the communities we serve, and Education, with a focus on risk prevention and support for pregnant and parenting teens to complete their education. For further details on the programs, please visit our site at: http://nationalhealthfoundation.org .

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What You Should Know About Program Associate - CalFresh Promotor, National Health Foundation

Are you passionate about community health and food security? If so, the National Health Foundation is looking for a dedicated Program Associate - CalFresh Promotor to join our team! As a Program Associate, you'll have the opportunity to make a real impact in the lives of individuals across Panorama City, South Los Angeles, and Lincoln Heights. Working from Monday to Friday, from 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM, you'll implement day-to-day program tasks, from enrolling individuals in food assistance programs like CalFresh to conducting engaging workshops on local food resources. Building partnerships with community members and keeping up to date with local health programs will be key parts of your role. You’ll represent NHF in community meetings, maintain vital program records, and coordinate events that promote our services. With at least 3 years of experience in community outreach as a certified Community Health Worker or Promotora, your knowledge of local resources and strong public speaking skills will help you thrive in this position. Plus, being fluent in English and Spanish, or another commonly spoken language in Los Angeles County, will further enable your outreach efforts. If you're a reliable team player with transportation to visit various sites, we want to hear from you! Join us in addressing food access and social determinants of health to create healthier communities.

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What are the main responsibilities of a Program Associate - CalFresh Promotor at National Health Foundation?

The Program Associate - CalFresh Promotor at the National Health Foundation is responsible for enrolling individuals in food assistance programs, conducting community workshops about local food resources, and managing cases of individuals enrolled in these programs. You'll also represent NHF at community meetings, build valuable partnerships, and help coordinate events that promote our essential services.