What are the responsibilities and job description for the Community Outreach Coordinator position at Jubilee Housing?
About Jubilee Housing
The mission of Jubilee Housing is building diverse, compassionate communities that create opportunities for everyone to thrive. Since 1973, Jubilee has worked to provide high quality affordable housing and holistic support to those experiencing persistent economic hardship in the Adams Morgan and Columbia Heights neighborhoods of Washington D.C. Jubilee operates 11 properties totaling 465 units of affordable housing, with another four properties and 120 units under development, and offers robust programming for residents and community members pursuing life goals.
Jubilee Housing is an innovator in financing and social services for affordable housing communities in the heart of the Nation’s Capital. Jubilee’s model of Justice Housing is affordable to those with the fewest financial assets, located in neighborhoods where resources such as good schools, grocery stores, and public transportation are readily accessible, and near services that support residents as they pursue educational and career attainment.
Jubilee currently operates two transitional houses and several long-term affordable apartments for returning citizens in the Adams Morgan and Columbia Heights neighborhoods.
Position Description
The Community Outreach Coordinator plays a critical role in Jubilee’s multidisciplinary approach to supporting returning citizens. This position is responsible for initial outreach to potential program participants to inform of Reentry Housing Service benefits. This position normally requires travel from Washington, DC to state and federal prisons in West Virginia, North Carolina, Philadelphia, and other states to conduct program presentations to men and women of the District of Columbia, small groups, and individuals to build interest in the program and to inform candidates of necessary steps required for program eligibility prior to and following their release.
The Community Outreach Coordinator will also garner resources for the development and execution of current reentry program(s) and expansion to include food, clothing, educational / job training programs and long-term housing options.
This position is supervised by the Director of Reentry Housing and Services and works collaboratively as a member of the Reentry Housing and Services team.
Specific Duties
- Recruits new residents from a variety of external partners, including correctional facilities, government agencies, non-profit providers, and other sources.
- Travels weekly to the DC Department of Corrections Facilities, local substance abuse and mental health treatment facilities, and alternate programs currently serving returning citizens.
- Travels quarterly to Federal Bureau of Prison facilities as approved.
- Shares information with partners and prospective residents regarding the program vision, goals, eligibility criteria, etc.
- Coordinates intake interviews with candidates and team members.
- Conducts assessments for individuals who inquire about the program.
- Responsible for data entry in Jubilee and third-party databases to ensure tracking of program outcomes.
- Represents the organization at community outreach events and other opportunities to heighten awareness and build support for the program.
- Provides linkages and referrals to permanent housing organizations, apartment complexes and other social service agencies to benefit program participants.
- Cultivates ongoing connections and participation with program alumni.
- Attends multi-disciplinary team meetings to assist in case staffing’s and provides support to promote individual success.
- Coordinates program events and develops facilitator schedules.
Desired Qualifications
Benefits
Benefits include health, vision, and dental insurance, STD, LTD, and Life insurances, paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, transportation stipend and a 403b matched contribution retirement plan.
Background Check and Drug Screening
Finalist(s) for this position will be subject to a drug screening and will be required to consent to a pre-employment background check as a condition of employment.
Drug test results do not automatically preclude you from being considered for employment. We recognize that each candidate's circumstances may differ, and we evaluate all aspects of your application and qualifications before making a final decision
References
Please be prepared to provide 3 professional references if you are selected for this role.
Hybrid Work Model
Three-day, onsite hybrid work schedule required; agreed upon schedule with manager.
Jubilee Housing is an Equal Opportunity Employer
The pay range for this role is :
50,000 - 55,000 USD per year(Headquarters)
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Salary : $50,000 - $55,000
