Community Navigator
Quick answer
Ounce is hiring a part-time Community Navigator in Charleston (in-office) paying $26–$32 per hour to provide direct support, benefit coordination, and community outreach to affordable housing residents.
- Role
- Community Navigator
- Organization
- Ounce
- Location
- Charleston
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Mid
- Compensation
- $26–$32 per hour
- Category
- Programs & Operations
The role
Ounce is seeking a Community Navigator to act as the primary point of contact for residents in affordable housing communities in Charleston. This role involves proactive outreach, assisting residents with benefit applications like SNAP and TANF, and coordinating health and wellness services. The successful candidate will build strong community relationships and manage on-site programming to ensure residents receive high-quality support. This is a part-time position requiring a consistent three-day-per-week schedule.
What you'll do
- Proactively engage residents through door-to-door outreach, events, and tabling.
- Assist residents with benefit applications for programs like SNAP, TANF, and LIHEAP.
- Coordinate health and wellness services and track referrals via the Ounce platform.
- Build and maintain local partnerships to support resident needs.
- Plan and host consistent on-site programming and community engagement events.
What it takes
- Experience navigating government benefits and coordinating care.
- Proven background in community organizing or customer-service-heavy roles.
- Strong understanding of the challenges faced by affordable housing residents.
- Ability to commit to a consistent three-day-per-week on-site schedule.
- Exceptional communication skills and a reliable, resident-first mentality.
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Where is this job located and what is the work schedule?
This role is located in Charleston and requires an in-office presence for three days per week.
What is the compensation for this position?
The Community Navigator role offers an hourly rate between $26 and $32.
What kind of experience is required for this role?
Ideal candidates have experience navigating government benefits like SNAP and TANF, as well as a background in community-based work or outreach.
How do I apply for this position?
The job description does not specify an application deadline or process; please check the original posting for submission instructions.
How to apply
Apply directly on Ounce's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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