WestCare
Milwaukee - 335 W Wright - Milwaukee, WI 53212 Overview | Salary Range:
$20.00 – $20.00 Hourly
| Position Type:
Full Time
| Job Shift:
Day
| Education Level:
High School
| Travel Percentage:
Road Warrior
| Category:
Nonprofit - Social Services
| Description
Position Summary The Community Organizer oversees street outreach activities, including arrangement, coordination, monitoring, and door-to-door activities. Essential Job Functions include those listed below.
Essential Job Functions
Oversees the day-to-day community organizing, networking, and resident mobilization activities within designated neighborhood(s);
Develops and implements grassroots organizing tactics and coalition building;
Works collaboratively to establish a positive working relationship with law enforcement, Local and State elected officials, Faith-based organizations, community agencies, etc.;
Collects resources to provide planning, problem solving, and assessment services relating to crime, violence, and drug prevention efforts in designated neighborhoods.
Organizes and implements community clean-ups during the Spring and Fall seasons;
Make presentations and represents WestCare Wisconsin at relevant community forums, block watch meetings, media events and collaborative community-based projects;
Works to ensure that WestCare Wisconsin services are known, understood, and accessible;
Works with residents to identify and document complaints of illegal activity, including drug, gang, and gun activity from residents, law enforcement, or other sources;
Communicates with residents to identify and report illegal drug sale areas;
Ensures accurate and timely reporting and data entry of activities for assigned sectors;
Develop strategic neighborhood outreach plans and approaches;
Implements innovative ways to provide information and recruit residents for block watches and other initiatives;
Embraces and embodies the mission, vision, guiding principles, clinical vision and goals of WestCare Foundation;
Performs any other duties as assigned.
Qualifications Certifications/Licensures
Relevant certification(s) and/or licensure preferred; Preference will be given certified candidates;
Valid driver's license and the ability to obtain and maintain WestCares vehicle insurance is required.
Education
Graduation from an accredited four-year college with a degree in Counseling, Criminal Justice, Social Work, Psychology or other field related to the position is preferred;
High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
Experience and Competencies
Two (2) years of experience working with disadvantaged, at risk, and/or disabled youth;
Ability to use office equipment, such as printers, scanners, phones, and fax machines required;
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Office required;
Ability to analyze situations accurately and develop appropriate responses or techniques required;
Ability to communicate effectively in order to relay information to others is required;
Professional appearance and demeanor required;
Ability to relate well with a diversity of ages and cultural backgrounds;
Fluency in Spanish and the ability to speak and interpret Ebonics is preferred;
Experience in working with high-risk youth and their families preferred;
Knowledge of the principles, procedures, techniques, trends, and literature related to prevention and substance abuse preferred;
Must be culturally/linguistically sensitive to populations served.
Working Conditions
Work is primarily performed in an office, indoor, or community-based setting.
Some outdoor activities, and travel between multiple locations will be required;
Regular and prompt attendance is required throughout employment.
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$20.00 – $20.00 Hourly
| Position Type:
Full Time
| Job Shift:
Day
| Education Level:
High School
| Travel Percentage:
Road Warrior
| Category:
Nonprofit - Social Services
| Description
Position Summary The Community Organizer oversees street outreach activities, including arrangement, coordination, monitoring, and door-to-door activities. Essential Job Functions include those listed below.
Essential Job Functions
Oversees the day-to-day community organizing, networking, and resident mobilization activities within designated neighborhood(s);
Develops and implements grassroots organizing tactics and coalition building;
Works collaboratively to establish a positive working relationship with law enforcement, Local and State elected officials, Faith-based organizations, community agencies, etc.;
Collects resources to provide planning, problem solving, and assessment services relating to crime, violence, and drug prevention efforts in designated neighborhoods.
Organizes and implements community clean-ups during the Spring and Fall seasons;
Make presentations and represents WestCare Wisconsin at relevant community forums, block watch meetings, media events and collaborative community-based projects;
Works to ensure that WestCare Wisconsin services are known, understood, and accessible;
Works with residents to identify and document complaints of illegal activity, including drug, gang, and gun activity from residents, law enforcement, or other sources;
Communicates with residents to identify and report illegal drug sale areas;
Ensures accurate and timely reporting and data entry of activities for assigned sectors;
Develop strategic neighborhood outreach plans and approaches;
Implements innovative ways to provide information and recruit residents for block watches and other initiatives;
Embraces and embodies the mission, vision, guiding principles, clinical vision and goals of WestCare Foundation;
Performs any other duties as assigned.
Qualifications Certifications/Licensures
Relevant certification(s) and/or licensure preferred; Preference will be given certified candidates;
Valid driver's license and the ability to obtain and maintain WestCares vehicle insurance is required.
Education
Graduation from an accredited four-year college with a degree in Counseling, Criminal Justice, Social Work, Psychology or other field related to the position is preferred;
High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
Experience and Competencies
Two (2) years of experience working with disadvantaged, at risk, and/or disabled youth;
Ability to use office equipment, such as printers, scanners, phones, and fax machines required;
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Office required;
Ability to analyze situations accurately and develop appropriate responses or techniques required;
Ability to communicate effectively in order to relay information to others is required;
Professional appearance and demeanor required;
Ability to relate well with a diversity of ages and cultural backgrounds;
Fluency in Spanish and the ability to speak and interpret Ebonics is preferred;
Experience in working with high-risk youth and their families preferred;
Knowledge of the principles, procedures, techniques, trends, and literature related to prevention and substance abuse preferred;
Must be culturally/linguistically sensitive to populations served.
Working Conditions
Work is primarily performed in an office, indoor, or community-based setting.
Some outdoor activities, and travel between multiple locations will be required;
Regular and prompt attendance is required throughout employment.
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