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P/T-Freelance Outreach and Recruitment Specialist (Current/Former Children's Social Worker)
Descripción
Descripción
We are currently seeking a compassionate and dedicated current or former Children's Social Worker to support our recruitment efforts. This role provides the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of children and families.
Organization: The Academy Project/The Co-Op/Camp Xavier
Location: Hybrid, with weekly in person meeting in Pico-Union, Los Angeles, CA
Position Type: Freelance/Temporary/Part time, Approximately 20 hours/week.
Compensation $25/hr Plus Generous Commission
Immediate Hire: We are looking to fill this position as soon as possible.
Qualifications
- Current or Former Children’s Social Worker (desired)
- Minimum 4 years xxperience working with LAUSD/ DCFS/DMH (required).
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively (required).
- Extensive knowledge of the foster care system and its policies (desired).
- Experience working with foster youth and a deep understanding of the challenges they face (required).
- Active social work licensure and relevant certifications (desired).
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build trust and rapport with diverse groups (required).
- Familiarity with outreach methodologies and recruitment best practices (desired).
- A passion for supporting vulnerable children, families and advancing social equity (required)..
Key Responsibilities
Outreach and Recruitment--lead efforts in identifying and engaging middle-school-aged foster youth for our program.
- Use your netowrk and experience to connect with foster care agencies, schools, community organizations, DCFS and other key stakeholders, to recruit youth for our programs, both in person and virtually.
- Cultivate and grow partnerships with middle school Pupil Services and Attendance (PSA) Counselors, Specialized Student Services (SSS) Counselors, Therapists, FFA's and CSW’s to support ongoing recruitment and outreach efforts.
- Frequent in-person meetings/visits with stakeholders
Compensación
- Short-term, Temporary, Flexible
- $25/hour plus generous/project-based commission.
- The chance to contribute to a mission-driven organization effecting real change in the community.
- The opportunity to work as part of a supportive network of professionals dedicated to the welfare of children.
Nivel de Idiomas
Engllish-Proficient (Required)
Spanish Proficient (Desired)
Ubicación
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If you are driven to make a difference and meet the qualifications for this role, we would love to hear from you. Please submit a cover letter, resume, and/or any questions. Please use your cover letter as an opportunity to clarify or explain the reason we should hire you including if/why your experience might be different/other than required. An informal cover letter is welcome. Please do not send AI generated cover letters. We look forward to hearing from you. Thank you!
Commitment to Equity and Inclusion
The Academy Project is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We believe that a diverse and inclusive team strengthens our work, and we encourage applications from individuals whose lived experiences mirror those of the youth and communities we serve. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin ,disability, age, or veteran status.
