Community Education & Outreach Coordinator

WE'RE HIRING! Community Education & Outreach Coordinator Full-Time | 35–40 Hours Per Week | Southern Providence County, Rhode Island Do You Enjoy Working with People and Making a Difference in Your Community?

Are you an enthusiastic, organized, and creative individual who enjoys bringing ideas to life? Do you enjoy working with schools, community organizations, and people of all ages? Are you someone who takes initiative, enjoys variety in your work, and can manage projects both independently and as part of a team? If this sounds like you, we would love to hear from you! Join Our Prevention Team!

Tri-County Community Action Agency's Southern Providence County Regional Prevention Coalition is seeking a full-time Community Education & Outreach Coordinator to help promote healthier, safer communities. Our Prevention Department works with schools, colleges, law enforcement, businesses, and community partners to educate, empower, and support individuals and families. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys building relationships, developing creative initiatives, coordinating programs, and seeing the positive impact of their work. You do not need to be an expert in substance use prevention to apply! We value strong communication skills, initiative, organization, and a willingness to learn. Prevention-specific training, professional guidance, and opportunities for growth will be provided. What You'll Be Doing

Build and strengthen partnerships with schools, colleges, businesses, law enforcement, and community organizations. Coordinate community education, outreach activities, and substance use prevention initiatives. Implement engaging, evidence-based prevention programs for middle and high school students. Develop and deliver presentations, educational materials, and public awareness campaigns. Coordinate local prevention coalition meetings, trainings, and community events. Support opioid overdose prevention education and outreach initiatives. Develop creative ideas and help bring new community projects to life. Track program activities, maintain organized records, and complete required reports. Work collaboratively with an experienced prevention team while independently managing assigned projects and responsibilities. Who We're Looking For

We are looking for someone who is: Friendly, professional, dependable, and comfortable working with diverse groups of people. An effective communicator who enjoys public speaking and building relationships. Highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple projects and deadlines. Self-motivated, resourceful, and comfortable taking initiative. Creative, adaptable, and enthusiastic about learning new skills. Proficient in Microsoft Office and comfortable using technology to develop presentations, educational materials, and reports. Able to work independently while contributing to a supportive, collaborative team. A bachelor's degree in education, psychology, social work, public health, sociology, human services, or a related field is preferred. Experience in education, community outreach, youth programming, nonprofit organizations, public health, or prevention is a plus. Previous substance use prevention experience is welcome but not required. What We Offer

Flexible full-time schedule of 35–40 hours per week, with full-time benefits. Comprehensive employee benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance; Flexible Spending Account (FSA); 403(b) Retirement Plan; life insurance; long-term disability insurance; paid sick days; and paid holidays. A supportive, collaborative team environment with professional guidance and mentorship. Opportunities for professional development and prevention-specific training. Meaningful and varied work that makes a difference in local communities. Opportunities to develop new skills, take initiative, and grow professionally. Compensation: $25–$26 per hour, depending on qualifications and experience. Position Details

Organization: Tri-County Community Action Agency Department: Prevention Service Area: Cranston, Johnston, North Providence, Scituate, and Smithfield Reports To: Director of Prevention Schedule: Full-time, 35–40 hours per week, with flexibility in scheduling The position requires travel within the service area, occasional evening or weekend availability, and the ability to transport program materials and supplies. Ready to Make a Difference?

If you enjoy working with people, have strong organizational skills, and want a career where your contributions truly matter, we encourage you to apply! Apply Here:

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