Nutrition Navigator

JOB SUMMARY

Reporting to the Deputy Director of MSS, the full-time Nutrition Navigator provides comprehensive prescreening and assistance for government entitlement benefits and immigration benefits, with a focus on SNAP. The Nutrition Navigator will engage in multi-faceted activities to reach communities in all boroughs to result in a greater number of families enrolling into a spectrum of benefits. Most

importantly, the Nutrition Navigator will be part of the MSS department in delivering education and services to the community.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

· Review individuals’ and families’ eligibility for the federal SNAP program and other benefits as appropriate.

· Assist eligible individuals and families with the SNAP application process and follow-up to ensure that benefits are received.

· Engage in mediation with the Human Resources Administration (HRA) and project partners to troubleshoot and resolve SNAP application issues, advocate on behalf of community members to help families to be enrolled into SNAP.

· Process SNAP application through AccessNYC.gov.

· Respond to telephone requests for information and follow up with callers regarding their requests for information.

· Prescreen for other entitlement benefits for referrals or assistance.

· Public speaking is required, along with active outreach efforts into the community, including community events, fairs, presentations, or assigned pop-up sites.

· Act as a liaison between the community members and any city departments or service departments.

· Prepare reports as required by funding source.

· Attend meetings and trainings as directed by funding source or Director.

· Other duties and tasks as assigned by the Director.

Qualifications
Education and Experience:

· Bachelor’s degree in social science or related field preferred

· A minimum of a high school degree or with at least two years of direct social service experiences, particularly in low-income communities, will be considered in lieu of a bachelor's degree

Skills and Competencies:

· Good oral communication skills and ability to interact with a wide range of individuals.

· Good computer skills and experience with database software.

· Comfortable working independently in a constantly changing work environment

· Basic knowledge of government benefits programs and local service delivery systems preferred

· Bilingual in Chinese (Cantonese and/or Mandarin) and English a must.

Additional Requirements:

· Must be willing to travel within the 5 boroughs.

· Willingness and ability to work on evenings and weekends when needed

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS OVERVIEW

· $43,500 Annually

· CPC offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to generous paid time off (holiday, sick and vacation time), Medical, Dental, Vision, Basic Life Insurance Coverage, Commuter Benefits, and a 403(b) Retirement Plan