My job description includes raising community awareness. There was discussion in last month’s Program Models webinar that touched on the role of Job Developer as more appropriate when focused on employers rather than skill building. There was mention of a joint effort to raise awareness through public speaking engagements and stronger outreach to business and community groups. Our development office advised me to target associations (like restaurants, small artisan food producers, hotels). I have spoken at the local hotel HR professionals association and it was very useful.
I’m just beginning to collect ideas on this topic to plan how I can do more in this direction. I don’t have much to say about it and could really use some advice. What groups showed the best response? How to you target your presentation? What kind of follow-up helps make the most of public outreach? Do you make a specific ask or just brief about refugees and employment services?
I really hope others can give me some good ideas and advice. Thanks.
It’s now been almost a year since Caritas of Austin was able to initiate my position as full time Job Developer. With this blog, I want to share what we’re learning and strengthen our efforts by learning from others.
No advice for me? I'm disappointed. I was hoping to get some help on this. We're all talking about it and some experience from others would really be helpful. Anyone?
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