CalFresh Outreach Program Coordinator
Listed on 2026-01-20
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Non-Profit & Social Impact
Community Health, Youth Development
Cal Fresh is a federally funded program, formerly known as Food Stamps and nationally known as Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). As a Cal Fresh Outreach Coordinator, you will be responsible for conducting Cal Fresh outreach with community and faith-based organizations throughout Contra Costa and Solano Counties. If you're a resourceful professional dedicated to positively impacting the lives of our neighbors in need, this role is for you.
EndDate
February 15, 2026
Opportunity TypeJob
CategoryPrograms / Agency Relations / Clients
Job Responsibilities- Conduct community outreach with community and faith-based organizations to develop opportunities to explain the benefits of Cal Fresh to food stamp eligible populations.
- Develop a strong understanding of Cal Fresh program application, eligibility and enrollment procedures.
- Prescreen clients for eligibility for the Cal Fresh program and assist them with completing the application and understanding the interview process.
- Speak to community and faith-based organizations serving the Cal Fresh eligible populations regarding the benefits of the program to increase enrollment. This can include but is not limited to tabling at resource fairs, community events, schools/universities.
- Build your own partnership network to reach more Cal Fresh eligible populations in the community. Help train partners on Cal Fresh eligibility basics to assist with referrals.
- Maintain records documenting Cal Fresh outreach activities.
- Data entry of client records and assisting clients through the full Cal Fresh application process. Including 6‑month (SAR‑7) reporting and yearly recertification process with the county.
- Follow confidentiality procedures ensuring the protection of clients’ personal information.
- HIPPA training provided.
- Assist Cal Fresh Outreach staff in publicizing Cal Fresh outreach efforts.
- Ability to work flexible hours, including nights and weekends.
- Participate in team, department, and all‑staff meetings.
- Associate’s degree and one to two years related experience and/or training. An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
- Bilingual language proficiency in English and Tagalog, Mandarin, or Spanish preferred.
- Professional experience in sales or outreach is preferred, as is familiarity with federal entitlement programs. Sales, banking, or customer service experience a plus.
- Valid California driver’s license and insurance, and ability to be covered under the Food Bank’s auto insurance required.
- Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, and Excel) and Apple iOS.
- Ability to work under general supervision with limited guidance and direction.
- Ability to synthesize complex or diverse information; collect and research data and design workflow and procedures.
- Ability to read, interpret, write professional reports and correspondence in English.
- Ability to speak effectively before diverse groups of people.
- Knowledge of project management principles including development and coordination of plans, communication, collaboration, and time management.
- Ability to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner, develop alternative solutions, and use reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
- Ability to frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
- Ability to regularly climb stairs.
- Use of personal vehicle may be required.
This is a full‑time, non‑exempt position. To ensure internal pay equity, the non‑negotiable starting pay for this position is $27.15 per hour.
We value our employees’ time and efforts. Our commitment to your success is enhanced by our competitive and extensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision, life insurance, flexible spending account, 403(b) employer matching, and paid leave to eligible employees. Plus, we work to maintain the best possible environment for our employees, where people can learn and grow with the organization.
We strive to provide an inclusive, collaborative, and creative environment where each person feels encouraged to contribute to our processes, decisions, planning, and culture.
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