Community Organizer develops and coordinates social service programs to communicate and raise awareness of services and resources available to the community. Networks with community leaders and officials to raise awareness of specific social or environmental issues. Being a Community Organizer plans and devises action plans to access resources. Organizes community members to work toward a common goal supported by staff and volunteer workers. Additionally, Community Organizer may require a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. The Community Organizer work is closely managed. Works on projects/matters of limited complexity in a support role. To be a Community Organizer typically requires 0-2 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Community Advocate- Faribault
Organization: The Community Action Center (CAC) is a community-based, non-profit, human services
organization that provides and advocates for the basic needs of people and families throughout Rice
County. Its programs create a robust safety net for low-income families and include food access, housing,
employment services, clothing, emergency assistance, youth services, transportation, health care
assistance, and more.
CAC provides drop-in resource centers where immediate response and support are available, and its
thriving and abundant food shelves serve fresh, healthy, and culturally relevant food to thousands of
households each year. CAC also owns and administers multiple housing services, spanning from
emergency shelter to workforce housing. CAC’s Recovery Support program helps individuals who are
currently using or in recovery from substance use. Partnerships with local employers allow CAC to
connect individuals to job opportunities and enhance job skills, while CAC’s retail clothing store provides
the entire community with access to affordable clothing.
Mission & Values: CAC’s mission is to promote a healthy, caring, and just community for all people through
resources, advocacy, and volunteer effort. To that end, CAC strives to be a trauma-responsive organization,
providing services that embody the idea that people can adapt, heal, and even grow from traumatic experiences.
Recognizing the effects that trauma has on individuals, families, and our society as a whole, CAC aims to reduce
the impact of trauma on the lives that the organization touches by helping individuals to feel safe, connected and
in control—over the course of many interpersonal interactions and in a variety of welcoming settings.
Responding to the community in a trauma-responsive way is critical to the success of this position and to the
mission of CAC.
CAC’s resources and staff are integral parts of their communities and include partnerships with schools,
businesses, faith communities, and other organizations. This extensive local network allows CAC to pursue
community-engaged solutions, prioritize partnerships, and collaborate with thousands of volunteers. Currently,
CAC is looking for a Community Advocate to help support the community-responsive work of CAC at its
Faribault location.
Job Title: Community Advocate
Reports to: Resource Center Manager
Primary Location: Faribault
Compensation: $18-$21/hr
FLSA Status: Hourly, non-exempt
Hour Status: 40 hours
Job Summary: The position of Community Advocate will support an organizational culture of a
community-based, person-centered, and trauma-responsive environment. The position will respond to the
unique needs of participants accessing services through our Resource Center and in the community.
1651 Jefferson Parkway, Suite HS-200 Northfield MN 55057
507.664.3550 PHONE 507.664.3540 FAX www.communityactioncenter.org
Primary Job Responsibilities: CAC’s success depends on the ability of its staff and volunteers
to adjust and adapt as they dynamically meet the needs of the community. Job responsibilities
include but are not limited to:
Advocacy – Responsible for amplifying the voice of participants throughout the community
through relational and responsive services. CAC is prioritizing innovative perspectives on
empowering participants beyond typical feedback or advisory panel discussions. CAC is looking
for a dynamic advocate to support CAC’s mission. Additional tasks and activities include:
Direct Service Resource Coordination:
Collaborate with other resource center staff to facilitate a seamless check-in
process and create a welcoming, comfortable environment for community
members
General Responsibilities:
Demonstrate commitment to the agency’s mission: “To promote a healthy, caring, and just
trainings
Work Environment and Physical Demands:While performing the duties of this job the
employee is regularly required to walk, stand, bend, kneel, use hands to write, use computers.
Employees are subject to a minimal noise level.
Qualifications: CAC is committed to finding the right person for the position, ideal candidates
will possess many of the following qualities:
1651 Jefferson Parkway, Suite HS-200 Northfield MN 55057
507.664.3550 PHONE 507.664.3540 FAX www.communityactioncenter.org
Compensation: The position is designed as a full-time 40-hour/week, non-exempt position. Hourly
wage will depend on experience and qualifications with a starting range $18-21/hour plus benefits
(including a stipend for health care). CAC offers flexible work arrangements, professional development
opportunities, and a chance to creatively build and implement innovative ideas.
Equal Opportunity: CAC is an equal opportunity organization. CAC believes that the most efficient and
effective workplaces include employees from diverse backgrounds. We strive to create a work
environment where all employees and individuals, regardless of race, creed, color, religion, sex, national
origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, public
assistance status or veteran status, can succeed and make an impact in the community.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Application and Hiring Process: CAC will be interviewing on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
To apply, please submit a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional
references to employment@communityactioncenter.org. Inquiries and questions can be sent to this
same e-mail address or by contacting CAC’s Project Coordinator, Lisa Percy, at
percy.lisa@communityactioncenter.org or 507-664-3506.
1651 Jefferson Parkway, Suite HS-200 Northfield MN 55057
507.664.3550 PHONE 507.664.3540 FAX www.communityactioncenter.org
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