SNAP Outreach Educator - Family Health Council of Central PA : Job Details

Description

Join an employer that cares deeply about their employees, fosters a great work environment, and provides the opportunity to use your professional skills to make our community a better place.

We are a private, not-for-profit organization that coordinates public health grants for a 26-county region in central PA, seeking a SNAP Outreach Educator to work in the SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program). This is a full-time position.

Requirements

The SNAP Outreach Educator is responsible for conducting outreach activities, disseminating SNAP information, pre-screening clients, and initiating the electronic application process. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with community partners and social service providers to identify potentially eligible clients for SNAP enrollment.

The work week is 37.5 hours per week and may include an occasional evening and weekend. Reliable transportation and a valid PA driver's license are required for travel within the following counties: Cambria and Somerset.

High School Diploma or GED is required. The successful candidate will possess the following skills; strong verbal and written communication, time management and prioritization, computer literacy including Microsoft 365, and the ability to relate well with all adult age groups.

Child Protection ( Act 153 Clearances )

The following clearances and background checks are required upon employment and as a condition of continued employment:

• PA State Police Criminal Record Check (PATCH)
• FBI Criminal Record Check, from fingerprinting
• PA Child Abuse History Clearance (PACA)

Summary

We strongly encourage you to apply if you are from a marginalized or underrepresented group, women, individuals with disabilities, protected veterans, and all other qualified applicants. FHCCP is a safe, inclusive workplace for people of all backgrounds and walks of life and expects all employees and contractors to further that as part of their commitment to our organizational vision, mission, and values.  

Current Benefits for Full-time Employees Include:  

• Medical/Dental/Vision  
• Flexible Spending Account  
• Health Savings Account  
• Company Paid Short- and Long-Term Disability  
• Company Paid Life Insurance  
• 401k with 50% up to 6% of salary  
• Paid Time Off Bank (20 days per year to start)  
• 15 Paid Holidays  
• 6 weeks Paid Parental Leave  
• Bereavement Leave