What are the responsibilities and job description for the Community Connector (Spanish Speaking) - Willmar (#0425B) position at United Community Action Partnership, Inc?
JOB STATUS: Full time (40 hours), 12 months per year
LOCATION: Willmar, MN
Connecting Communities, Empowering Lives!
Passionate about making a difference? Join us as a Community Connector and play a vital role
in engaging, educating, and assisting individuals in accessing essential programs and services
within UCAP and the broader community!
WHAT YOU'LL DO:
• Engage & Educate: Conduct outreach, presentations, and events to promote UCAP programs.
• Facilitate Access: Guide individuals through screening and enrollment for services.
• Champion Health Equity: Strengthen partnerships with healthcare and public services to support RIM communities.
• Develop Partnerships: Collaborate with BIPOC organizations for culturally responsive outreach.
• Support Participants: Help individuals navigate services, understand rights, and create action plans.
• Promote Collaboration: Build a strong referral network with community groups, schools, and businesses.
SKILLS TO WOW US:
• Strong verbal and written skills to effectively engage diverse communities.
• Ability to establish trust, build relationships, and work collaboratively.
• Understanding of diverse backgrounds with a commitment to equity and inclusion.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, document activities, and meet deadlines.
• Creative and adaptive approach to connecting individuals with resources.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Services or a related field with two (2) years of experience in human services, OR
• Health Services Worker Certification, OR
• A combined total of five (5) years of education and experience in a related field.
WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?
• Starting salary of $20.00 - $30.67/hour - plus benefits!
• Full-time (40 hours per week), 12 Months a year
• Opportunities to grow, learn, & make a lasting impact!
BENEFITS:
The Agency’s Benefits Plan allows employees to choose, among a number of benefit options including, but not necessarily limited to, PTO, 12 paid holidays each year, health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, Short-Term Disability (STD), Long Term Disability (LTD), accident insurance, critical illness insurance, Earned Sick & Safe Time (ESST), hospital indemnity insurance, basic life insurance, voluntary life insurance, 401k retirement plan, HSA, FSA – medical & dependent care, Proximal Health, CancerCare, Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and a Wellness Program. Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with United Community Action Partnership, Inc.
CLOSING DATE: Open Until Filled
CONTACT:
United Community Action Partnership, Inc.
320-235-0850
Humanr@unitedcapmn.org
WEBSITE: www.unitedcapmn.org
United Community Action Partnership, Inc. is an EOE/ADA/AA Employer.
Salary : $20 - $31
