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Community Advocate

Columbus, OH · Remote

$20 - $25.50/hr

Community Advocate Classification: Non-Exempt, Part Time Reports to: Manager - Climate Justice Initiatives Job Summary: The Community Advocate's aim is to collect community views, understand ...

Community Advocate

Columbus, OH · On-site

$18.75 - $24.25/hr

Community Advocate Classification:Non-Exempt, Part Time Reports to: Manager - Climate Justice Initiatives Job Summary:The Community Advocate's aim is to collect community views, understand community ...

Community Advocate

Burnsville, MN · On-site

$22.75 - $24.25/hr

This position also acts as a liaison between 360 Communities advocacy services and other professionals and resources in the community. Position serves/provides coverage for Apple Valley and Rosemount.

Community Advocate

Oneonta, NY · On-site

$18.75 - $20.63/hr

Community Advocate Opportunities for Otsego is seeking a compassionate, community-minded professional to strengthen the support network for low-income individuals across Otsego County by partnering ...

Community Advocate

Oneonta, NY · On-site

$18.75 - $20.63/hr

Community Advocate Opportunities for Otsego is seeking a compassionate, community-minded professional to strengthen the support network for low-income individuals across Otsego County by partnering ...

They provide individual advocacy to drop-in clients, callers, and program participantsandmay be assigned advocacyduties at community partner sites.This positionadvocatesforsexual and domestic ...

Community Advocate/Educator

Olympia, WA · On-site

$24.34 - $26.34/hr

The Community Advocate/Educator will utilize agency curriculum to implement educational sessions and multi-session prevention activities to address and reduce gender-based violence. They provide ...

Community Advocate/Educator

Olympia, WA · On-site

$24.34 - $26.34/hr

The Community Advocate/Educator will utilize agency curriculum to implement educational sessions and multi-session prevention activities to address and reduce gender-based violence. They provide ...

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Community Advocate

Impact Community Action

Columbus, OH • Remote

$20 - $25.50/hr

Part-time

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Job description

Title: Community Advocate 


Classification: Non-Exempt, Part Time 


Reports to: Manager – Climate Justice Initiatives 


Job Summary: The Community Advocate’s aim is to collect community views, understand community needs, and identify possible challenges and community-based solutions. This will be achieved by neighborhood canvassing, phone calls, attending meetings, and other relevant means of communication. The end goal of the Community Advocate is to inform the public, specifically BIPOC residents, about environmental equity issues, especial solar energy, weatherization, and electrification. 


Job Responsibilities: 

  • Builds strong relationships with members of and leaders in the community 
  • Be the main point and have direct contact with the community 
  • Attends various meetings like community meetings, governmental meetings, school board meetings, neighborhood meetings, environmental causes meetings, etc. 
  • Assists with recruitment for IMPACT programs with a focus on recruitment for the Empowered! Program 
  • Collects community feedback and relays to appropriate IMPACT managers and directors 
  • Understanding of environmental issues; distributes accurate information to the community 
  • Informs and educates community about opportunities and programs available through IMPACT and other community organizations 
  • Completes and submits all required reporting forms, including hours worked, in a timely manner 
  • Represents Agency in a courteous and professional manner at all times 
  • Other duties as assigned 

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements: 

Requires ability to operate telephone and personal computer for extended periods of time. Walking/canvassing is required. Local travel required.  

Competencies and Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: 

  • Knowledgeable about IMPACT programming and partnership programming 
  • Friendly and Approachable Demeanor 
  • Well-informed about community service, including needs, leaders, programs, etc. 
  • Public Speaking 
  • Action Oriented 
  • Emotional Intelligence 
  • Decision Quality 
  • Problem Solving 
  • Innovation 
  • Verbal, Written, and Presentation Communication Skills 


Education and Qualifications: 

  • High School diploma or G.E.D. 
  • Valid Ohio Driver License and ability to meet agency insurability requirements 
  • Bachelor’s Degree preferred 
  • Experience in social work, human services, non-profit, or community engagement preferred 
  • Resident of one of Columbus’ Opportunity Neighborhoods preferred 


Equal Opportunity Statement: 

IMPACT Community Action recognizes that a diverse workforce enhances the organization in many ways. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities that foster diversity and meaningful experiences.