Community Relations Manager jobs in Poughkeepsie, NY

Community Outreach Manager

UCCAC, Inc. in Kingston, NY is looking to hire a full-time Community Outreach Manager. Can you be persistent in finding solutions and getting great results? Would you like to be part of an established non-profit organization that is passionate about serving people and helping its community? If so, please read on!

This social work position earns a competitive wage of $19/hour. We provide excellent benefits, including health, dental, vision, paid time off (PTO), holidays, an SEP-IRA retirement plan, and a Sam's Club membership. If this sounds like the right opportunity for you to work at a non-profit, apply today!

ABOUT UCCAC, INC.

Incorporated in 1965, we strive to implement the philosophy of self-help. We believe in giving a hand up, not a handout. We do this through practical, timely, and innovative programs and services. Our organization promotes self-sufficiency and dignity for those we serve. We are on a mission to change people's lives, improve communities, and make Ulster and Sullivan Counties a better place to live.

We strive to hire exceptional staff members to serve our community. We couldn't do this important work without them. In return for their hard work and dedication, we offer our team fantastic benefits and a supportive work culture!

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A COMMUNITY OUTREACH MANAGER

As a Community Outreach Manager, you run our outreach office to offer services to the local community. You work with other agencies to establish outreach programs that will benefit clients, such as food stamps, Supplemental Security Income (SSI), and crisis intervention programs. You actively work alongside volunteers to provide food pantry distribution and other services. Leveraging your marketing skills, you promote our mission and values by preparing press and radio releases.

Meticulously, you keep and update statistics pertaining to services rendered, the number of clients served, ethnic breakdowns, and other needed information. You prepare monthly reports for the board with the data you have collected. You also arrange training from specific agencies for the local volunteer board. Collaborating with this board, you assist with community planning and elections. You serve on other community boards in order to keep updated, provide insight, and participate in fundraising efforts. Making a difference in your community makes you feel good, which is why you love working with our non-profit organization!

QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate degree in social work with one year or more of experience OR a high school diploma with three years or more of experience
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

Are you organized and able to effectively prioritize and delegate multiple tasks? Do you have strong communication and interpersonal skills? Can you think quickly on your feet and handle problems as they come? If yes, you might just be perfect for this social work position!

WORK SCHEDULE

This full-time position typically works Monday - Friday from 8:00 am - 4:00 pm. Weekends are yours to enjoy.

ARE YOU READY TO JOIN OUR NON-PROFIT TEAM?

If you feel that you would be right for this social work job, please fill out our initial 3-minute, mobile-friendly application. We look forward to meeting you!