About the Program: Jamaica Community Partnership Program organizes local public and private stakeholders; builds their capacity to support and stabilize families; and engages them with the Administration of Children's Services (ACS) and other City agencies through coordinated service referral, community-led programs, community awareness efforts, and informing City policy and practice related to child and family well-being.
About the Role
Manage the operation of the Jamaica Community Partnership to ensure the five main program goals are met: Build Partnerships, Coordinate Service Referral and Utilization, Build Community Capacity and Social Capital, Support Community Knowledge Sharing and Collaborate with City Agencies.
Responsibilities Maintain strong, long-term working partnerships with stakeholders, including grassroots leaders, faith leaders, Community Based Organizations (CBO) staff and leadership, and government agencies and officials. Participate, collaborate, and support community events and partner initiatives.Build a diverse network of public and private stakeholders, including the creation of formal linkage agreements Supervise and train the Community Partnership Community Organizer Identify, recruit and retain a diverse group of community ambassadors Have a comprehensive understanding of services and resources available through community providers and organizations, as well as City agency programs Maintain an inventory of services and resources for children, youth and families Coordinate community perspectives to inform City agency policy and programsDevelop outreach, public education and community engagement plans to recruit and maintain member organizations Coordinate and track referrals between member organizations Organize community events and trainings for membership to include topics such as: racial equity, gender equity, LGBTQ inclusion, social justice, immigrant rights, and addressing implicit bias in service provision Engage public partners working on efforts related to child and family well-being Facilitate monthly stakeholder meetings Ensure Compliance with funding mandates and track deliverables Attend ACS-sponsored and other training as required Establish and administer community performance metrics to track success of initiatives and community needsOther duties as assigned Qualifications Bachelor’s and/or Master’s Degree in Social Work or related field Experience working with coalitions and community organizing initiatives At least 5 years of relevant experience, including at least 3 years in a leadership position managing community-based programs serving children, youth and families Knowledge of the Jamaica Queens community Excellent verbal and written communication skills Prior experience with facilitating training Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel Comfort traveling throughout NYC Ability to work a flexible schedule that includes late evenings, weekends, and holidays as neededPlease note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Supervisory Responsibility
Yes
Work Environment:
Field, Corporate Office or Remote
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:
This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday (some weekends as needed) at Rising Ground’s Jamaica Hub at 91-14 Merrick Blvd, Jamaica NY 11432. Work hour options are flexible 8 hour shifts from 9:00 am - 8:00 pm.
Additional Requirements:
Authorized to work in the U.S.Ability to work in-person in New York City (NY) for at least 2 days or more per week.Ability to travel to other Rising Ground sites (if required)
Rising Ground is the Backbone Support for the Jamaica Community Partnership.
About Rising Ground
Founded as an orphanage in 1831, Rising Ground has been at the forefront of evolving community needs. Driven by the belief that each of us can thrive when life has hope and opportunity, Rising Ground provides caring support and proven paths to positive change, helping children, adults, and families rise above adversity, and each year, Rising Ground is a positive force in the lives of more than 72,000 individuals annually. We do this through 101 programs across 138 sites, throughout New York City and Westchester. Our strong belief and commitment to diversity is shown not just through our work with supported persons but is integral to the building of a strong staff that reflects the communities we serve. Rising Ground is headquartered in New York City.
Our Commitment to Diversity, Fairness, and Belonging
Rising Ground is comprised of unique and valued individuals who together make the organization effective in assisting the children, adults and families who come to us for support. We believe that only when all employees contribute fully as their true selves can Rising Ground's true strength, vision, and values come to fruition. We recognize the ubiquitous social biases and structures that impact and shape the experiences of all people, including our own staff and people supported. Among the many biases present in our society that shape our personal and professional experiences race, gender, sexual orientation, and gender expression are all factors that can present hurdles. As such, Rising Ground is committed to being an anti-racist and inclusive organization that will actively strive to overcome both systemic and interpersonal biases that perpetuate oppression.
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