Community Organizer for Boone County

Community Organizer needed in Boone County, to bring people together on behalf of and/or in response to community needs. This position is designed to nurture community engagement that activates solutions to these needs. Community Organizers focus on the realities of poverty at the local level, the needs of those living in poverty and the cost of poverty to individual communities. Work with social services, local government, school districts, chambers of commerce, local non-profit organizations, and community members to create positive change and improve quality of life for all members of the community. Act as a link between low income families and the community. Annual salary is $42,000.

Job Requirements:

• Prefer a degree in Communications, Public Relations, Social Services, Sociology, Human or Child and Family Development or other related degree.
• At least one year work experience in social service field.
• At least one year work experience in community outreach/organizing field.

Benefits:

• Excellent insurance package
• Generous paid vacation and sick time and 13 paid holidays
• Travel reimbursement at .58/mile

Schedule:

• 8 hour day shift. Monday through Friday

ABOUT CENTRAL MISSOURI COMMUNITY ACTION (CMCA)

CMCA is part of a national network of community action agencies founded in 1964. Our mission is to build relationships to empower people, strengthen resilience, and improve the quality of life for all members of the community. The actions of our organization change people's lives, embody the spirit of hope, improve communities, and make America a better place to live. We care about the entire community, and we are dedicated to helping people help themselves and each other.

We have over 230 staff members throughout eleven counties. As a member of our team, employees are given the opportunity to make a positive difference in the communities we serve every day. To show our appreciation for all the hard work that they do, we offer our employees competitive compensation as well as a comprehensive benefits package and growth opportunities to help them build rewarding and successful careers.

EOE. Please visit www.cmca.us/careers for more information about Community Action and the Head Start Program.

Location: 65270