Georgia SNAP Connection Program Coordinator

Georgia SNAP Connection Program Coordinator 

Wholesome Wave Georgia (Atlanta, Georgia) 

ORGANIZATION OVERVIEW

At Wholesome Wave Georgia, we believe all Georgians will have access to fresh, healthy, locally grown food choices. Founded in 2009, Wholesome Wave Georgia’s mission is to facilitate access to and awareness of healthy food choices for all Georgians in need through local farmers and community partners. 

Wholesome Wave Georgia was launched as a statewide chapter of Wholesome Wave, the national organization, to double Federal Nutrition Assistance, such as SNAP and WIC benefits, at Georgia’s farmers markets. Since Wholesome Wave Georgia’s founding, Wholesome Wave Georgia provided over $3.1 million in healthy food to Georgia’s families and revenue to Georgia’s small, independent farmers through our Georgia Fresh For Less program and our Georgia Food For Health program.   

Our Georgia SNAP Connection program provides SNAP enrollment assistance and outreach to our neighbors in need, SNAP recipients.  Wholesome Wave Georgia is a Community Partner of the Georgia Department of Human Services’ Division of Children and Family Services.  The Georgia SNAP Connection program recently expanded from 3 regular enrollment sites to 11, with a growing team of community partners and ambassadors. 

ORGANIZATION CORE VALUES 

At Wholesome Wave Georgia, we are rooted in our core values. Our core values are the guiding principles for our team, our programs, and how we impact the communities we serve.  

1. Neighborly. We are available to listen to and serve our partners, supporters, and Georgians in need. 
2. Local Minded. We tailor our efforts to serve the unique populations and economic needs of urban and rural communities across Georgia. 
3. Compassionate.  We insist in being respectful, considerate, and empathetic towards ourselves and those we serve. 
4. Collaborative. We depend on each other and our community to fight food insecurity and support local agriculture in Georgia. 
5. Bold. We are not afraid to challenge convention with fresh ideas and voices that benefit Georgians and the local food movement.
6. Inclusive. We value equity and dignity for all and are proud to be representative of the neighbors, families, and communities we serve.
7. Fun. We give ourselves freedom to celebrate and play in an authentic and accepting workplace culture.  

POSITION OVERVIEW
Reporting to Georgia Food for Health Program Manager, the Program Coordinator oversees the planning and  implementation of Wholesome Wave Georgia’s Georgia SNAP Connection program.  S/he is  responsible for coordinating and conducting SNAP outreach and SNAP enrollment activities, managing relationships with partners, and performing administrative tasks to support program effectiveness and efficiency.  This is a dynamic role including activities such as: 

• Coordinate, promote, and conduct SNAP outreach and enrollment activities in office and at community partner sites
• Use Salesforce to track and manage individual caseload and overall program activities
• Execute annual SNAP Outreach Plan, ensuring all policies and procedures are followed
• Manage existing relationships with community partners and ambassadors by assisting with trainings, and organizing and attending outreach events
• Cultivate new partnerships and recruit ambassadors across Georgia to expand support and awareness of the SNAP Connection program
• Regularly update timelines for ongoing reports and trainings
• Assist in the onboarding and management of student interns
• Assist other Program Staff with outreach and administrative tasks as needed

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience in a human service field such as Social Work, Public Health, Sociology or related field. Master’s degree (MPH, MSW) preferred
• Experience with public benefits including SNAP/food stamps, Medicaid, CAPS, TANF, or WIC
• Experience using relationship databases preferred, Salesforce in particular
• High level of skill using Google G Suite products

POSITION COMPENSATION, TIME, AND CLASSIFICATION 

• This is a part-time position with an hourly rate up to $25 commensurate with experience and education.  The position will require no more than 20 hours per week. 
• This position is non-salaried and does not include benefits.
• This is a grant funded position.
• Position will be based out of Wholesome Wave Georgia’s Atlanta office. 

The anticipated start date for this position is Monday, January 11, 2021. 

DIVERSE CANDIDATES ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY 

The Wholesome Wave Georgia community is made up of leaders which represent many different racial, socio-economic, gender, and other identities.  Being inclusive is a Wholesome Wave Georgia core value and is a strength to support the communities we serve across the State of Georgia.  

HOW TO APPLY 

Please e-mail your resume and cover letter outlining your background, experience, and interest to Will Sellers, Executive Director, at will@wholesomewavegeorgia.org.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until midnight on Monday, December 7, 2020.  Please use subject line “Georgia SNAP Connection Coordinator”.