The Community Resource Coordinator position at Jefferson County Public Library allows the library to be a welcoming space for all patrons while protecting staff capacity by leveraging existing community organizations. By building bridges between community resources and bringing those resources directly to the library, this position has helped reduce barriers of access for those resources while meeting the needs of the libraries most vulnerable patrons. This presentation will discuss the specifics of this role, strategies for building community partnerships, and the impact this role has had on patrons and staff.
Learning Outcomes:- How this position creates capacity and increases sustainability of social services in libraries.
- How to build and leverage community partnerships.
- How this role can replace or enhance a social work position in the library.
