Resident Services Programming and Outreach Specialist - Part Time

POSITION SUMMARY:

Assist the two Resident Services

Coordinators in planning and executing events and programming for over 600

families in Just A Start affordable housing communities. Contribute to

residents' ability to maintain stable housing and thrive expanding programming

options to encompass community connections, wellness, language access, and

economic mobility. Serve as a backup for Resident Service Coordinators to

ensure continuous service delivery. This is an in-person, on-site position on

Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays, with occasional early evening hours

during resident events.

KEY JOB ACTIVITIES:

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• Help plan and execute community
• activities, including barbeques and holiday celebrations, and conduct
• outreach to boost attendance.
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• Manage programming calendar
• for affordable housing portfolios, coordinating with speakers and
• instructors.
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• Assist in surveys for resident
• feedback on programming and activities.
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• Identify potential partners for
• community programs (e.g., food pantries, fitness classes, health
• initiatives, resident workshops).
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• Maintain Salesforce records on
• program impact for residents, preparing reports as needed.
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• Collaborate with Resident
• Services Coordinators to understand and address diverse resident needs.
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·       Act

as a point of contact for residents during the absence of RSCs, providing basic

support and assistance.

REQUIREMENTS:

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A minimum of

three years of relevant work experience with low-income populations is

preferred.  Equivalent lived experience

considered.

·       Creative, with an interest in developing and

growing programs to improve the quality of life for residents.

·       Detail oriented.

·       Effective communicator who can engage a wide

range of stakeholders in multiple ways.

·       Ability to work with a diverse group

and establish strong professional relationships.

·       Ability to work in a strengths-based

empowerment model.

·       Proficient in MS Office Suite.

·       Ability to learn and use Salesforce.

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Bilingual in

Spanish, Bengali, Amharic, Haitian Creole, or Hindi is preferred.

WORK REQUIREMENTS:

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This is a 20-hour

per week.

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All employees and

long-term consultants are required to be fully vaccinated and follow the

organization's established protocols regarding COVID.

JOB DETAILS:

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• Ideal Start date:  May 2024.
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• Location: On-site at various Just A Start properties, Cambridge, MA.
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• Work Hours:  Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and
• Fridays, with occasional early evening hours during resident events.
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SALARY AND BENEFITS:

The starting salary range is $26 - $28 per hour.  In addition to a competitive salary, Just A

Start offers paid time off, an employee assistance program and a 401k savings

plan with a 3% employer contribution.

ABOUT JUST A START

Just A Start believes that access to stable housing and

sustainable careers are the essential building blocks of equitable communities.

For more than 50 years, we have focused on meeting the fundamental needs of

individuals and families who have been systemically denied opportunities to

realize their full potential. Our programs include affordable housing,

education and job training, and comprehensive support services, spanning

Cambridge and beyond. We have developed and currently maintain 600 affordable

apartments. To keep community members housed, we also offer financial and

technical assistance to prevent evictions and support low- and moderate-income

homeowners. Finally, we prepare individuals of all ages and circumstances with

the skills and knowledge they need to secure fulfilling careers, leveraging

their talents to achieve economic mobility and strengthen the region’s

workforce.

Just A Start is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  Our staff

represents a wide range of ages, races, interests, and backgrounds coming

together in pursuit of common goals. Together, we strive to provide an

environment that values diversity and promotes an inclusive culture. 

Applications from women and minority candidates are strongly encouraged. All

qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard

to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected

veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy and

pregnancy-related conditions or any other characteristic protected by law.

A cover letter and resume are required for consideration.