Community Outreach Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Title: Community Outreach Worker

Responsible To : Outreach Manager

Position Summary : Conducts community outreach activities, schedules and attends community health fairs, community events, develops and maintains relationships with community partners and stakeholders, attends community functions, is knowledgeable of organizational activities and services, assists community members seeking services, conducts program eligibility and assessment, identifies community resources, provides information and referral services, provides advocacy and referrals for emergency services, and initiates and delivers reports of daily and weekly activities. Organizes community stakeholders and recruits patients via community engagement activities.

This position requires the ability to work with low-income populations and coordinate with a wide range of service organizations.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum high school graduate, Bachelors Degree is preferred;

Demonstrated knowledge of outreach methods,

Knowledge of community awareness,

Assessment techniques, knowledge of emergency and community services and referrals,

Must possess knowledge of a broad range of social service and assistance providers in the target area.

Demonstrated knowledge and commitment to advocate for low-income needs.

Demonstrated ability of work as a member of a team and to work effectively with other community agencies in the best interest of the participant and the agency.

Ability of use of computer systems and the Internet.

A valid driver's license and reliable insured transportation required.

Must have an acceptable driving record as demonstrated by a recent printout by the Department of Motor Vehicles

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Work with team to map target areas for program activities

Assist in developing partnerships with referral providers and creating a resource manual

Assists in the completion of insurance applications

Translations Services

Provide outreach to recruit targeted individuals for program participation (numbers based on program requirements)

Distribute program materials (safe sex kits, brochures, etc)

Recruit clients for education, counseling, testing and medical, dental and mental health services

Maintain fidelity of program activities (i.e. documentation, client confidentiality, etc)

Provide follow-up activities to all clients referred into services

Maintain files and records of individuals served, services provided, outreach activities conducted, surveys completed, and other general reporting as assigned.

Assist in developing monthly schedule of activities

Actively participate in team meetings

Attend required trainings

Carry out any other duties that may arise from time to time