Company description

The mission of the YMCA is to foster the spiritual, mental and physical development of individuals, families and communities according to the ideals of inclusiveness, equality and mutual respect for all.

The YMCA's Community Health Department believes in a holistic approach to health. We do this through a variety of prevention programs and community and clinical partnerships. Specifically, our nutrition team focuses on culinary and nutrition education, food access programs and anti-hunger initiatives.

Job description

The SUNBUCKS Educator will be responsible for promotion, outreach, and tabling at DC area locations, including but not limited to schools, summer camp sites, childcare centers, farmer’s markets, WIC sites, and Joyful Food Markets, with an emphasis on sites in Wards 7 and 8. They will be responsible for sharing information and answering questions about DC’s SUNBUCKS program, which is DC’s new summer EBT program. This position is grant funded and will run from June- August 16th.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Community Outreach: Actively engage with various community sites including summer camps, childcare centers, farmer’s markets, WIC sites, and other locations to promote the SUNBUCKS program and increase in-person sign-ups.
• Information Sharing: Provide clear and accurate information about the SUNBUCKS program, including eligibility, benefits, and the sign-up process, ensuring that community members understand how to participate.
• Tabling and Events: Set up and manage informational tables at designated community sites, ensuring a welcoming and informative presence to attract and assist potential participants.
• Relationship Building: Develop and maintain positive relationships with community partners and site coordinators to facilitate effective outreach and program promotion.
• Question and Answer Support: Address questions and concerns from community members in a friendly and knowledgeable manner, providing support and guidance to help them sign up for the SUNBUCKS program.
• Promotional Material Distribution: Distribute flyers, brochures, and other promotional materials to raise awareness about the SUNBUCKS program, ensuring materials are visible and accessible at outreach sites.
• Collaboration and Coordination: Work collaboratively with YMCA staff and other SUNBUCKS team members to plan and execute outreach strategies, ensuring consistent messaging and a unified approach to community engagement.

Compensation

this position is: hourly, $20/hr +

Application instructions

Deadline

June 17, 2024