Community outreach specialist job description

At Centerstone, our mission is delivering care that changes people's lives. For over 60 years, Centerstone has been providing community-based behavioral healthcare, substance-abuse treatment and therapeutic foster care services across the U.S. We're committed to bringing passionate and customer experience-focused individuals to help us continue to provide the best care to our communities. If you think you're a good match to join our organization, please review the career opportunity below and submit your application. We look forward to hearing from you!

Provides outreach and community-based liaison and referral services to local youth/families, and information/education, coordination, and consultation to community individuals/stakeholders that serve children and families such as healthcare providers, youth group organizations, schools, etc. Disseminates educational materials to inform on available services. Assists with developing training materials.

Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree is minimum, preferred in behavioral health/mental health/psychology/social work or related discipline. At least two years' related experience working with children and their families. Valid Florida Driver's License with a good driving record.

Special Skills, Knowledge and Abilities: Outstanding organizational skills with good time management practices to meet multiple deadlines. Effective communication skills, written, verbal, both in person and virtual settings. Able to work independently with an “off-site” supervisor. Ability to identify and implement community projects independently. Ability to speak publicly with members of community organizations and schools. Demonstrates clinical skills in working with participants coming from vulnerable background populations. Experience in emergency screening and in providing linkage services to the consumers and their families in an outpatient or outreach setting. Excellent customer service skills and marketing skills required. Ability to learn and utilize computer software.

Essential Functions/Job Duties: 1. Work as a liaison in communities to increase positive awareness of Centerstone prevention services.2. Work with project director and program coordinator to coordinate distribution of educational information and materials.3. Relate to community organization members, school staff, parents/caregivers, and students while demonstrating professionalism at all times.4. Provides program participants with short-term coordination and recommended referrals as appropriate.5. Consults and maintains a team approach with peers, program coordinator and project manager by working cooperatively on behalf of the prevention programs, and the children served.6. Attends supervisory meetings, conferences, and other training sessions.7. Establishes and maintains a positive working relationship with co-workers.8. Performs other related duties as assigned by supervisor.

Work Environment/Physical Demands: Services are conducted in the community, via Telehealth and operates in a professional office environment; can be exposed to various health conditions. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to observe treatment environments and to use speech and hearing to interact with others in person, via telephone, using computer technology and in writing. Reasonable accommodations will be made as needed.

Position Type, Expected Hours of Work and Travel: This is a full-time position, and the expected work hours are 32 hours per week, Monday - Friday, regular daytime work hours may vary based on community organization/school hours available. Travel is required.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time
Time Type:
Full time
Delivering Care that Changes People's Lives starts with our employees. As a Centerstone employee there are many perks to enjoy. Below are just some of the great benefits you might be eligible for with Centerstone.
Health & WellnessMedical CoverageDental CoverageVision CoverageFlexible Spending AccountHealth Savings AccountShort Term DisabilityLong Term Disability - Company PaidWellness Programs - Company Paid
Financial WellbeingCompetitive Compensation PackagesLife Insurance - Company PaidAccidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance - Company Paid403b Retirement Plan with Company Funded MatchingRetirement and Financial Planning ServicesEmployee Discounts including Dell Computers, Verizon Wireless, Liberty Mutual, Costco, and Enterprise Rent-a-CarLoan Forgiveness options through federal programs (National Health Service Corps & Public Service Loan Forgiveness) Career Development and GrowthAt Centerstone training is one of our highest priorities. We provide company paid professional training for various skills, certifications, and continuing education Opportunities for growth and movement - We encourage our employees to consider new growth opportunities with us and have a 5 state footprint for those looking to relocate geographically Centerstone Research Institute and Center for Clinical Excellence teach provide staff with industry best practices and processes Work Life BalancePaid Time Off - Generous PTO for Vacations, Illness, Personal Days, Etc. (Paid Holidays) Flexible Work Schedules to promote a Healthy Work Life BalanceEmployee Assistance Program - assists employees with personal problems and/or work-related problems that may impact their job performance, health, mental and emotional well-being
Centerstone is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, gender, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, or protected veteran status.
At Centerstone, we use our values as a guide for what we do. Respect, Expertise, Integrity and Empowerment are at the heart of every interaction at Centerstone, and particularly rooted in our beliefs toward diversity and inclusion.
Our approach to diversity is simple-it's about embracing everyone. Together, we continue to develop an inclusive culture that encourages, supports and celebrates the diverse voices and experiences of our employees. It powers our innovation and connects us closer to each other, to our clients and the communities we serve. We strive to create a workplace that reflects the growing world around us, and where everyone feels empowered, safe and welcomed.

Primary Location: Connecticut-Meriden-435 Lewis Avenue-Midstate Med (10123) Job: Professional Non-ClinicalOrganization: MidState Medical CenterJob Posting: Oct 5, 2022 Community Outreach Specialist - (22163228) Description Work where every moment matters.

Every day, almost 30,000 Hartford HealthCare employees come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticut's most comprehensive healthcare network.

The story of Hartford HealthCare is the story of transformation - from a handful of disconnected organizations a decade ago to a unified system with a shared, value-based culture of accountability and innovation. The healthcare landscape has become highly competitive, with new players and disruptive technology and we are working to expand and create our system's organizational, leadership, cultural, and talent capabilities to ensure Hartford HealthCare will always be the first choice of the people we serve.

The Community Outreach Specialist is a liaison between the Central Region of Hartford Healthcare (Hospital of Central Connecticut and MidState Medical Center) service community and the Philanthropy/Community Outreach Departments. The role supports HHC Central Region's Philanthropy & Community Relations in the in their efforts to educate, cultivate relationships and engage with key constituencies within service communities. Responsibilities to include but, are not limited to the following:

Networks within the communities within the service area by serving on committees and attending community meetings; Disseminates pertinent information from the community back to the hospital (and vice versa.)

Work directly with local churches and community organizations to identify and respond to community needs; Inventories community-based organizations to implement plans to address needs.
Develops and implements plans to address identified needs from the Community Health Needs Assessment
Identifies key connections and partner with Philanthropy and hospital leadership to cultivate relationships; Brings awareness to the Central Region's needs for philanthropic and volunteer support
Tracks and collaborates with the community to facilitate education, health fairs and screening while also coordinating with service lines and departments to facilitate staff participation; Collaborates with other HHC services to support and supplement educational programming and screening to build awareness.

Qualifications Education:
• Bachelor's degree in healthcare, marketing or related field required
Experience:

5+ years healthcare experience preferred, along with a minimum of 2-year experience with community groups required

Critical Success Factors:
• Ability to multitask and work with varied constituents ranging from the elderly to specialty physicians to religious groups is essential. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
We take great care of careers.

With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth. Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge - helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children. We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees-- we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance. Every moment matters. And this is your moment.
Other Locations: Connecticut-New Britain-100 Grand Street New Britain (10126) RegularStandard Hours Per Week: 40Schedule: Full-time (40 hours) Shift Details: Monday-Friday

Open Date: October 12, 2021

***updated July 27, 2022 ***

Closing Date: Open until filled

SALARY RANGE/GRADE: Career Service-Term, CS 11, Step 1 ($65,285)

COVID-19 Vaccination: All employees of the District of Columbia must be vaccinated against the Coronavirus disease 2019 (SARS-CoV-2) as a condition of employment.

Current District of Columbia residents will receive priority and advanced preference for screening and interviews.

2 separate positions -

• 1 Bilingual in Vietnamese; or
• 1 Bilingual in Korean

The Bowser Administration seeks an energetic and qualified candidate to serve as the Community Outreach Specialist (Bilingual - Vietnamese or Mandarin) of Mayor’s Office of Asian Pacific Islander Affairs (MOAPIA) in the Executive Office of the Mayor. The mission of the Mayor’s Office of Asian Pacific Islander Affairs (MOAPIA) is to improve the quality of life for District Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders through advocacy and engagement. MOAPIA advises the Mayor, the Council, and District agencies on the views, needs, and concerns of the AAPI community. MOAPIA provides recommendations on District programs and initiatives affecting the AAPI community, and helps coordinate programs and initiatives within the government that promote the overall welfare of the AAPI community.

The incumbent is responsible for the implementation of a strategic approach for the Mayor and the District of Columbia to engage, empower, and improve the quality of life of the AAPI community while integrating the interests of all key stakeholders. This includes implementation of policy and programs which provide resources to ensure that full range health, education, employment and social services are made available to the AAPI community of the District of Columbia.

CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The Community Outreach Specialist shall:

• Conduct community outreach activities (e.g. door-to-door visits, workshops, meetings) to the District’s Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) community;
• Assist in planning the development and communication of information designed for target community and will assist with translating materials and interpretation;
• Lead research projects to better understand the major problems which confront the AAPI community of the District of Columbia and report these problems to the Mayor.
• Build strong relationships with non-governmental AAPI organizations and other government agencies to provide mutual support, collaborate on shared issues and interests, advise one another on more efficient and beneficial policies and practices, and assist in the creation of new agencies and organizations which benefit the AAPI community;
• Travel throughout the District to meet with residents, businesses and community groups;
• Provide administrative and program support.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Fluency (both writing and speaking) in English and one of the languages mentioned (Korean or Vietnamese).
• Experience in outreach, marketing, or publicity;
• Ability to work independently;
• Proficient in MS Word, Excel, Power Point and Outlook;
• A Bachelors degree is preferred or 5 years of related experience in lieu of degree; Team player;
• Ability to meet deadlines within a team environment; willing to work on evenings and weekends on as needed basis; has permit to work in the United States if needed.

TO APPLY

Please complete this application as well as upload a current resume and cover letter. Upon review of submissions, the Mayor’s Office of Talent and Appointments (MOTA) will contact candidates deemed the best fit for additional conversation.

NO additional calls or emails please.

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