Food Research & Action Center

Associate

• Work with District of Columbia residents processing SNAP Applications, mid-certifications, and re-certifications.
• Strategize alongside D.C. Hunger Solutions staff to create solutions for a more efficient SNAP application process.
• Review SNAP applications; conduct interviews with new and existing District SNAP clients.
• Assist with SNAP re-determination status.
• Coordinate with SNAP/WIC Outreach Associate on processing SNAP pre-screening applications.
• Provide support to Anti-Hunger Program Associate, SNAP and Special Populations.
• Identify and develop opportunities to address and create solutions for SNAP application process in the District.
• Record and track District SNAP Client interactions.

Part-time Anti-Hunger Program Associate

• Conduct SNAP outreach and provide individualized case management services, including eligibility screening, application assistance, recertification support, and referrals to help District residents access and maintain nutrition benefits.
• Assist in the development and implementation of strategies to increase the participation of families and individuals in public nutrition programs, with an initial special focus on SNAP.
• Provide technical assistance and work effectively with multiple stakeholders, including officials from the state of Maryland, city and county public officials, community groups, school administrators, teachers and other school personnel, child care providers, afterschool providers, health professionals, social service agencies, faith-based and community organizations, and farmers’ markets.
• Collect and report data on Maryland participation rates in public nutrition programs and analyze community food security trends.
• Assist in public education about federal nutrition programs and policies.

Temporary Anti-Hunger Program Associate – SNAP

• Conduct SNAP outreach and provide individualized case management services
• Assist in the development and implementation of strategies to increase participation in public nutrition programs
• Provide technical assistance and work effectively with multiple stakeholders
• Collect and report data on Maryland participation rates in public nutrition programs and analyze community food security trends

• Promote participation in and improvements to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)
• Conduct SNAP outreach and provide individualized case management services
• Develop and implement data-driven strategies to increase SNAP participation among eligible District residents
• Facilitate presentations, community outreach events, training, and public education activities
• Analyze federal, state and local policies affecting program participation in SNAP
• Manage the collection and reporting of data related to SNAP participation rates and outreach efforts
• Assist in the development and implementation of strategies to address hunger in District residents
• Cultivate and expand partnerships with District government agencies and community partners