0054
OUTREACH WORKER III
01/04/02
SUMMARY
General Description: Performs upper-level clerical Outreach Center activities such as describing and implementing services, coordinating schedules, scheduling visits and assigning of duties; assists program coordinators with supervision duties and on-site supervisor responsibilities.
DUTIES
Typical: Performs Outreach Center activities such as assisting with development of training agendas; coordinates schedules of Outreach Worker I and II employees for training purposes; serves as a role model for Outreach Worker I and II employees; serves as a link between the Program Coordinator and other outreach workers; serves as a link for information, training, and safety concerns with the van drivers who transport the outreach workers; provides direct supervision of van drivers; assists with scheduling, route planning, etc.; receives feedback from outreach workers on how to better explain the programs; implements suggestions, if possible; discusses feedback with Program Coordinator when necessary for possible program changes; serves as a direct assistant to the Program Coordinator, serving as a back-up when necessary; serves as the line supervisor for the other outreach workers; assists with development of programs; develops strategies for recruitment of other residents as volunteers to help with providing services to the residents; assists Program Coordinator with supervision issues and has on-site supervisory responsibilities; takes a lead role in preparing the outreach workers for safety concerns; ensures other outreach workers are adequately prepared for their work in the colonias areas; performs administrative tasks; supervises set-up of events; performs related duties as required.
SUPERVISION
Received: General instruction and review from immediate supervisor.
Given: Serve as line supervisor of Outreach Worker I and II employees and will have on-site supervisor responsibilities. Serves as direct supervisor of van drivers.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Required: High school graduation or any equivalent combination of training and experience. Three years experience, paid or voluntary, in community activities.
Preferred: : Four years experience, paid or voluntary, in community activities.
LICENSES, CERTIFICATES OR REGISTRATION
Required: None.
Preferred: None.
EQUIPMENT
Typical: None.
KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES AND SKILLS
Typical: Bilingual (Spanish/English) and ability to communicate without difficulty. Must have knowledge of and live in the colonias area. Ability to work evenings and weekends is preferred.