Job description

OVERVIEW OF ATHENA:

ATHENA Consulting is an award-winning staffing firm serving state and local governments. Our mission is to make lives better! We make our Clients’ Lives Easier by engaging and supporting our clients and partnering with them to be the most knowledgeable staffing partner. We make our Employees’ Lives Better by identifying and cultivating their talents and matching these talents with our customers’ needs. ATHENA places a high value on customer service, accountability and getting the job done.

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**THIS IS A COVID SAFE POSITION AND REQUIRES APPLICANTS/EMPLOYEES TO BE FULLY VACCINATED. **
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POSITION SUMMARY:
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We are currently recruiting for a CE Outreach Worker. This position pays $16-18 per hour (based on experience) and is located in primarily in Gaithersburg MD but could travel anywhere within Montgomery County.
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ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
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• Provides direct community outreach, engagement, and education to underserved/underrepresented communities in Montgomery County

• Serves as a bridge to health and human service resources such as health insurance, food, cash assistance and other social services.

• . Provides community health and resource information at libraries, schools, churches, festivals, and several Montgomery County neighborhoods that have a high concentration of uninsured individuals.

• Represents the Montgomery County Connector Entity in a professional and knowledgeable manner and conducts/participates in public outreach and education activities, individually and group to raise awareness about health insurance options available through the Maryland Health Connection system

• Establishes and maintains strong linkages in the community by addressing client’s needs and collaborates with existing programs and services as needed.

• Assists in other projects as needed and successfully performs other duties as assigned.

• Other duties as assigned

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Required Skills/Abilities:
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• Excellent interpersonal/communication skills and experience in working with community groups and people of diverse racial, ethnic, cultural, and religious backgrounds.

• Ability to relate to clients in a respectful and engaging way and engage with diverse populations at different venues

• Bilingual Proficiency in Spanish is required

• Must be available nights and weekends and have access to reliable transportation

• Excellent written and communication skills

• Proficient in basic computer skills using Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Access database, etc.)

• Excellent verbal, written, and listening communication skills

• Solid ability to analyze situations carefully and adopt appropriate courses of action.

• Ability to understand and adhere to the duties, methods, and procedures required by the position.

• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

• Ability to prioritize tasks.

• Ability to effectively communicate to large and small group audiences.

• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Education and Experience:
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• High school diploma or GED required.

• Bilingual Proficiency in Spanish is required

• Must be able to pass background check and fingerprinting

• Possession of a valid Class C (or equivalent) drivers license from your state of residence

• Must have a working vehicle

Physical Requirements:
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• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

• Must be able to lift and move up to 25 pounds at times.

• Standard hours of work Monday through Friday, 8:30 am – 5:00 pm, however evening and weekend hours may be required.

• Travel may be required up to 10% of the time.

Successful ATHENA employees will display the following characteristics:

• You strive to be the best in your field currently and in the future.

• You like to make your employer look good.

• You find solutions, where others only see problems.

• You are proactive, you make and meet commitments, and you perform your duties exceedingly well.

• You are aware of the employer’s needs at all times and are well-versed in what you personally and ATHENA can offer them as a whole.

• You have the ability to work with diverse, integrated, deliverable-driven teams to accomplish the larger mission.

The benefits of working for ATHENA include:

· Support from a team of professionals committed to making your life better.

· Medical, dental and vision insurance.

· Medical and dependent flexible spending account.

· Pet insurance.

· Mass transportation benefit for the Maryland and Washington, D.C. area.

· 401k with a generous employer match.

· Easy to use employee self-serve HR portal.

· Paid time off.

· Holiday pay.

The statements in this Job Posting are intended to describe the general nature and minimum level of work required. The content should not be construed as a complete list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required to meet the criteria for this position. Upon request, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Application for employment is not intended to and does not create a contract or offer of employment and if hired, employment with the company is on an at-will basis and could be terminated at the will of either party.

ATHENA Consulting LLC does not discriminate in hiring based on federally protected classifications to include but not limited to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, marital status or other characteristics protected by law. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.
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Job Types: Full-time, Temporary

Pay: $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Night shift

Application Question(s):

• Do you have a vehicle to get job sites?

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Customer service: 3 years (Required)

Work Location: On the road

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