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Delaware Opportunities, Inc., founded in 1965 and headquartered at 35430 State Highway 10 in Hamden, NY, has been a trusted nonprofit serving Delaware County for over 50 years. From its beginnings, the organization has expanded to offer a wide range of community-driven programs—from employment assistance and Head Start to WIC, Weatherization, emergency food pantry networks, and domestic violence support. Looking for work? If you're seeking a role that makes a real impact while building your own career, Delaware Opportunities is a place where your talents will be nurtured and your community welcomed.

Responsibilities

  • Provide public education on the benefits of SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program);
  • Provide media and other outlets to encourage potentially eligible individuals and families to participate in the SNAP program;
  • Perform pre-screening in the office and at outreach sites to determine likely eligibility for the SNAP program;
  • Provide home visits and other outreach activities to assist elderly and disabled individuals to apply for SNAP.
  • Provide application assistance, instruction, referrals, counseling, and advocacy to low-income persons seeking SNAP benefits;
  • Identify barriers to SNAP participation and provide advocacy to overcome the barriers;
  • Perform client in-take and data collection including follow-up and reporting on outcomes;
  • Perform other similar or associated duties as required or directed

Qualifications

Bachelor's or associate's degree in nutrition, dietetics or related field; and /or two years' experience in human services with experience counseling low income people.

NYS driver's license required.

35 hours per week. Monday through Friday 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.

$250 sign on bonus after one month of successful employment!

The application review process will be ongoing until the position has been filled. Applications accepted at Delaware Opportunities Inc., 35430 State Highway 10 Hamden, NY 13782. Equal Employment Opportunity MF/F/Disability/Protected Veteran Status.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $22.93 - $27.35 per hour

Apply to

JHartwell@delop.org