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UCSB CalFresh Advocate

Foodbank of Santa Barbara County
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UCSB CalFresh Advocate

(Must be Work Study Eligible)

     

The mission of the Foodbank is to provide nourishment to those in need by acquiring and distributing safe nutritious foods via 300+ local agencies and providing education to solve hunger and nutrition problems in Santa Barbara County. As the UCSB CalFresh Advocate you will assist the Outreach Manager in the coordination and administration of the CalFresh(SNAP) program through the UCSB Food Security Team.

 

Position title: UCSB CalFresh Advocate

 

Reports to: Outreach Manager

 

Start date: February 20th 2018

 

Duties and responsibilities:

  • Understand of terms and regulations pertaining to the CalFresh Program

  • Pre-screen potential applicants and assist with the entire application process

  • Prepare materials and attend outreach community events

  • Attend necessary staff meetings and trainings

  • Track outreach activities including outcomes and barriers and report in a timely manner

  • Represent the Foodbank in the community as needed

 

Skills, education and experience

  • Working on a team & independently

  • Presentation skills required

  • Sensitive to needs of diverse community

  • Bilingual & biliterate: Spanish & English

  • Compassionate and caring

  • Knowledge of federal nutrition programs preferred

  • Must be able to maintain strict confidentiality regarding client information

  • Ability to work flexible hours

  • Valid California driver’s license

  • Proficient in Power Point, Excel, Access, Outlook Word etc.
  • Strong organization, written and oral communication skills.

 

 

Email resume and work objectives by responding to this posting. No phone calls, please.

ebaumann@foodbanksbc.org

 

The Foodbank of Santa Barbara County embraces a philosophy that recognizes and values diversity. Our goal is to attract, develop, retain and promote a talented diverse workforce in a culture where all employees will contribute to their fullest potential.