Community Well-Being Ambassador

Community Well-Being Ambassador - Bilingual (Spanish)At Network Connect, we are committed to empowering our communities by coordinating grassroots efforts with local partners to provide essential services and programs to our youth and families. We believe that by investing in our communities, we can improve our society's overall health and well-being. With a focus on social services, education programs, workforce skills, and mental health support, we are dedicated to building capacity in our communities and creating opportunities for growth and success. As a fast-growing non-profit organization, we are always seeking innovative ways to positively impact and create a better future for all. The Community Well-Being Ambassador is responsible for connecting members of the local community to resources, programming, and wellbeing skills. In this position, your duties include being a part of a community outreach team, connecting with community members, and developing positive relationships with the community at large. Ambassadors may operate as an assigned team member of a community organization or as a single ambassador at large. Ongoing paid training will be provided.Network Connect ValuesCommunityWe are our local communities — we embrace a grassroots approach to service, prioritizing support of local organizations, services, and leaders. Our leaders and staff are involved, engaged, and deeply connected to the communities we serve. We use our community knowledge to foster relationships and strengthen individual, neighborhood, and community ties through positive, meaningful connections.IntegrityNetwork Connect implements innovative and responsible programming. We draw on community wisdom, research, evidence‑based practices, lived experiences, and continuous feedback to design and refine our programs and strategies. We collaborate with values‑driven leaders, mentors, and organizations, seeking creative ways to integrate effective community interventions that best support children, youth, adults, and families. We listen intently, remain flexible, adjust when needed, and practice patience in all aspects of our work.PartnershipWe believe in working with others to leverage collective strengths. Through partnership, we expand the capacity of our communities, services, and resources. We actively participate in coalitions and collaborations, working alongside others to pursue comprehensive solutions to complex systemic challenges.RespectNetwork Connect fosters an environment that balances purpose and belonging. We are people‑centered; together, we strive to strengthen individual, neighborhood, and community connections to build an ecosystem grounded in trust. We value our staff, contractors, and volunteers, ensuring livable wages for all employees — full‑time, part‑time, and contract — and honoring the dignity and contributions of every person involved in our mission.Key ResponsibilitiesEstablish positive, supportive relationships with community members and provide ongoing feedback.Assist community members in utilizing resources, including scheduling appointments and helping with applications for programs for which they may be eligible.Support community members in accessing well‑being‑related services.Motivate community members to be active, engaged participants in their health and overall well‑being.Attend all required trainings and refresher sessions.Attend community meetings and events within assigned zip codes.Effectively work with individuals from diverse backgrounds, helping reduce cultural and socio‑economic barriers between community members and institutions.Build and maintain positive working relationships with community members, providers, nurse case managers, agency representatives, supervisors, and office staff.Other duties as assigned.Required QualificationsDemonstrates a strong desire for personal growth, excellence, and contributing to the development of something meaningful within the community.Credibility and trust within the community being served.Strong leadership skills and an understanding of strategies that enhance community engagement.Proven ability to exercise discretion and independent judgment.A combination of at least 3 years of health/social services experience and/or education.Bilingual/bicultural (Spanish) preferredReliable transportation.