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Bilingual Spanish SNAP Outreach Specialist


Division

HC - Allied Health (Social Work)

 

Location

New York, New York

Employment Type

Temporary

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A nonprofit in New York City is seeking a Bilingual Spanish Outreach Specialist to join their team. The Outreach Coordinator will support a SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) outreach initiative focused on increasing enrollment among underserved communities. This role is highly community-facing, requiring regular travel to outreach events and strong communication skills, particularly in Spanish.

Job Description:


Compensation : $22 - $24
Job ID : 45429

Job Function:

  • Schedule:  Monday–Thursday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM | Friday: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM.
  • Work structure: 3 days per week in the field (community outreach)| 2 days per week in the office (administrative work, follow-ups, documentation).
  • Travel: Primarily based in Brooklyn and Manhattan. Travel required across all five boroughs as needed. Typically one event/site per day. Transportation (e.g., MetroCard) provided when multiple locations are scheduled in the same day

  • Conduct community outreach at events such as:

    • Community centers
    • Consulates
    • Health fairs
    • Other local outreach events

  • Educate individuals on SNAP eligibility, benefits, and enrollment process

  • Provide guidance and assist community members with pre-screening and applications

  • Deliver presentations (in-person and occasionally virtual)

  • Build relationships with community partners and event hosts

  • Track outreach activities, interactions, and outcomes

  • Perform data entry and maintain accurate records (e.g., Salesforce or internal systems)

  • Collaborate with internal team to ensure effective outreach coverage and follow-up


Job Requirements:


Job Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree preferred, but not required
  • Required: Experience in community outreach, social services, or similar client-facing roles
  • Preferred: Background in healthcare centers, nonprofits, or social work
  • Fluency in Spanish (required) – must be comfortable presenting and engaging directly with Spanish-speaking communities
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills
  • Comfort working in diverse community settings
  • Ability to present information clearly and empathetically
  • Organizational skills and attention to detail for tracking/reporting
  • Ability to work both independently in the field and collaboratively with a team
  • SNAP program training will be provided for candidates who do not have prior experience with benefits enrollment

Disclosure: The hourly rates and/or salaries listed may or may not reflect total compensation packages including bonus and fringe benefits, etc., nor are the advertisement(s) posted a guarantee of a certain compensation package for a position or bona fide offer of employment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

 

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