Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from YMCA of Greater Houston
Job overview
The Community Outreach Specialist at YMCA of Greater Houston promotes civic engagement among Long-term Permanent Residents (LPRs) by facilitating outreach and support for naturalization and English language instruction programs.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves recruiting LPRs through various communication methods, maintaining resource databases, facilitating volunteer programs, building community relationships, creating outreach materials, coordinating childcare logistics, supporting daily project operations, ensuring administrative compliance, and conducting data entry.
Experience and skills
Requires a Bachelor's or Associate's degree in Communications, Social Work, Public Health, or related field with relevant outreach experience, proficiency in Microsoft Suite and databases, excellent communication and organizational skills, cultural sensitivity, and preferably bilingual in Spanish; a valid Texas Driver’s License and vehicle are also needed.
Work environment and culture
The YMCA International Services branch focuses on serving refugee and immigrant communities with a culturally sensitive and inclusive environment.
Company information
YMCA of Greater Houston is a nonprofit organization providing community programs focused on human asset building and self-sufficiency, particularly for refugees and immigrants.
Team overview
The position reports to the Education Program Coordinator and involves collaboration with program staff, community partners, and volunteers.
Job location and travel
Located in Greater Houston with office hours Monday to Friday and some evening and weekend hours; involves community engagement across Houston.
Application process
Applicants must complete an online application on the YMCA of Greater Houston website; no phone calls are accepted; qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews.
Unique job features
This is a grant-funded position focused on refugee and immigrant community needs with flexible staffing based on language requirements and includes unique duties like airport pickups and food distribution.
Company overview
The YMCA of Greater Houston is a nonprofit organization dedicated to strengthening communities through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. They offer a variety of programs including childcare, sports, fitness, and community outreach initiatives. Revenue is generated through membership fees, program fees, and donations. Founded in 1886, the YMCA of Greater Houston has a long history of serving the community and adapting to meet its evolving needs.
How to land this job
Position your resume to highlight experience in community outreach, especially with immigrant or refugee populations, emphasizing your ability to engage Long-term Permanent Residents (LPRs) and promote civic participation.
Emphasize skills in using digital communication platforms like WhatsApp and Facebook for outreach, as well as your ability to develop resource databases and collaborate with community partners and volunteers.
Apply through multiple platforms including the YMCA of Greater Houston's official careers page and LinkedIn to maximize your chances of being seen by recruiters.
Connect on LinkedIn with staff in YMCA International Services or the Education Program division; start conversations by asking about recent community engagement initiatives or expressing interest in their work with refugee populations.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'community outreach,' 'civic engagement,' 'immigrant populations,' 'volunteer coordination,' and 'resource database management.'
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