Community Development Associate, Project HOME

Posted by Project HOME on April 18, 2023

The Community Development Associate reports to the Community Development Manager and works with staff from K-8, Teen, Adult Learning, Rowan Homes, Stephen Klein Wellness Center and St. Elizabeth’s Recovery Residence. The Community Development Associate provides technology and outreach support for increasing community organizations’ and residents’ knowledge of and access to Project HOME program services and for keeping Project HOME apprised of resources in the 19121 and 19132 community.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Enhance and expand the community contacts list a contact list of neighborhood stakeholders such as community-engaged residents, service recipients, blocks captains, community leaders, businesses, organizations, schools, and churches. The following are some examples of methods of engagement:
  • In-person, phone or electronic interactions
  • Participation or membership in groups or community associations
  • Tabling events
  • Community meetings
• Develop and produce articles, videos, and other materials for print and social media outreach. The materials will cover topics such as neighborhood matters, diversity, equity and inclusion, and helpful resources for the neighborhood.
• Assist with outreach to neighborhood stakeholders to ensure awareness of Project HOME services, programs and events in the community through the distribution of newsletters, flyers and other materials.
• Assist with the planning and facilitation of community events, meetings and programs.
• Assist with food distribution and other food security projects.
•  Collect data, enter data and notes in the designated file and format, and report on data regarding community contacts and other assigned projects.
•  Be available for some evening or weekend work hours.
•  Assist with other community development tasks

Learn more and apply here.