Overview
Community Engagement Coordinator for Seniors Jobs in Washington, DC at Communities Together Inc
Communities Together Inc is a nonprofit organization that provides residential engagement and civic community-building programs to low- and moderate-income communities (aka affordable housing or AH). Communities Together serves more than 8,750 residents in 27 communities in DC, MD, and VA, fostering self-reliance among community members. We are well-funded, innovative, and growing. Our core program aids residents as they build social and civic community with their neighbors. Our website is CommTogether.org.
We are well-funded, innovative, and growing at a managed pace. Opportunities to rise within the organization will accompany our steady, significant growth. We work hard, deliver excellent service, and have fun as a team. We have built a culture of honesty, strong communication, good humor, support, and trust. In the past nine months, our current team members have said, “I will retire with Communities Together,” and “This is the best group I’ve ever worked for,” and “I feel so lucky to have found this team,” and “I want to work my way up to become the leader,” and other similar expressions of satisfaction. Before we hire new team members, we first promote a discussion in which all current team members can have a full, eyes-wide-open and honest conversation with the candidate.
Communities Together Inc has been designated a Certified Organization for Residential Engagement Services (CORES) by SAHF (Stewards for Affordable Housing for the Future) – confirmation that we follow “best practices.” The Affordable Housing Conference of Montgomery County named Communities Together the winner of its 2024 Paul Sarbanes Excellence in Community Service Award. We have also received a 2024 Certificate of Special Congressional Recognition for our “passionate dedication to strengthening the vibrant communities living in affordable housing across the DMV through innovative and accessible services.”
We are seeking someone with enthusiasm for, and experience with, seniors aging in place. We look for applicants who work and play well with others, as our Team’s bond is central to our success.
Summary
The Coordinator supports several AH communities for seniors living independently in the Washington, DC metro region, including both Maryland and Virginia. The Coordinator seeks to help provide a vibrant and cohesive community, resident opportunities and relationships, independent living for seniors aging in place, and housing stability. General core responsibilities include program and activity planning, coordination, and execution; external partner collaboration; volunteer coordination; program monitoring, reporting, and evaluation; and relationship-building to support residents’ personal and community goals. The Coordinator works collegially with team members, providers, and external partners to ensure that all residents’ needs and goals are met and that residents with disabilities are integrated with the larger community, participating in activities, and receiving resources necessary to live independently. The Coordinator works full-time and reports to the coordination team manager. The coordinator’s portfolio may change from time to time, and the coordinator may also manage programs at one or more family communities as well.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
● Develop, plan, and coordinate programs, services, and activities to help improve the lives of seniors.
● Survey residents to seek their program preferences, goals, and needs.
● Engage in community outreach to build civic community.
● Assist residents with personal and career goal development and attainment.
● Learn and facilitate our core civic community building program.
● Research and provide information on community resources to residents.
● Weekly monitor, report on, and evaluate the effectiveness of programs.
● Develop communications to reach residents and volunteers. Share updates on social media.
● Provide community referrals for social services, community services, rental assistance, enrichment, recreational, career, and educational activities.
● Identify, establish, and implement improvements to provide efficient management of programs, goods, and services.
● Identify funding and grant sources and opportunities; assist the writing of grant proposals; solicit donations.
● Serve as a liaison for residents, the property management firm, and the Communities Together team.
● Uphold ethical standards and Communities Together policies.
● Abide by the Mission and Values of Communities Together.
● Other duties as assigned.
LICENSE: Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.
QUALIFICATIONS
Requirements:
● Bachelor’s degree in social science, psychology, social work, counseling, education or human services related fields, the humanities, communications, or other liberal arts, or related fields.
● In lieu of a bachelor’s degree, a combination of education, training, and work experience may be considered equivalent.
● Experience in residential or community engagement, social work, community organizing, grassroots politics, human services, education, or a related field is mandatory.
● Experience of at least one year working with seniors and/or education in gerontology.
● Excellent communication skills: ability to write reports, professional correspondence, and procedures required. Ability to present information and respond to questions required.
● Excellent team and organizational skills; ability to identify, rank, and organize actions toward a goal.
● Effective communication skills – verbal, written, presentational – with audiences diverse in age, race, ethnicity, religion, and gender.
● Skilled in MS Office and common platforms and applications, including Excel and databases.
● A collegial, collaborative approach toward working with colleagues, the team, and partners.
● Cultural competence – with an understanding of the roles and effects of race, culture, poverty, and education.
● Full vaccination against Covid-19 and other communicable diseases for which vaccines are widely available and affordable (e.g., polio, measles, whooping cough, and influenza).
● A passion for justice, human development, equity, and inclusion.
Preferences:
● Experience working in a low-income community.
● Experience serving seniors.
● Knowledge of Northern Virginia and/or suburban Maryland governmental and community programs.
● Graduate degree in a related field.
WORK ENVIRONMENT: ● The Coordinator works on-site regularly at four to five communities. The Coordinator is expected to attend Communities Together weekly team meetings virtually or in person at our offices in Silver Spring and Bethesda, Maryland and occasionally at other communities we serve. ● Communities Together abides by Federal, State, and local health restrictions to combat the Covid-19 pandemic and requires proof of vaccination for employees working with residents.
Compensation and Benefits: The pay range for this position is $55,250-60,250. The initial salary will be commensurate with applicable experience and expertise. In addition, Communities Together offers bonuses for meritorious performance. Communities Together offers a competitive benefits package, including health insurance reimbursement, a 401K retirement plan with matching contributions up to 3% of salary, flexible time, parental leave, professional development support, all Federal holidays, and other support.
HOW TO APPLY: Please submit your resume with a cover letter to our posting on Indeed.com. Successful candidates will be required to complete an employment application, provide references, and participate in more than one interview.
** We are hiring immediately with an expedited process. The position will remain open until filled.
We conduct Federal and State Background Checks on finalists, at the finalist’s initial expense, with full reimbursement if successful, including child maltreatment and abuse records and the Sexual Abuse Registry.
We cannot answer questions until candidates are interviewed. We are unable to respond to applicants not selected for an interview.
Communities Together Inc is an EEO (equal employment opportunity) employer.
Our Board of Directors and staff are diverse in ethnicity, national origin, race, age, and gender.
Equity, diversity, and inclusion are principles we practice in every significant decision and action.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $55,250.00 – $60,250.00 per year
Benefits:
Flexible schedule
Paid time off
Parental leave
Professional development assistance
Retirement plan
Schedule:
Monday to Friday
Supplemental Pay:
Bonus opportunities
Signing bonus
License/Certification:
Driver’s License (Required)
Work Location: On the road
Title: Community Engagement Coordinator for Seniors
Company: Communities Together Inc
Location: Washington, DC
