Community Outreach Coordinator

Your future role at a glance

Department: Ascension Care Management Insurance


Schedule: Full-Time, 8-hour shifts, Rotating Monday - Sunday, Partial Remote, 70% local travel

Location: Austin, Texas - Travel to Multiple Sites


Salary: $24.87-$33.64 per hour

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Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 97,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program , counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

How you'll make an impact in this role

• Coordinate community outreach programs and activities of Dell Children's Health Plan (DCHP). T his is a field based opportunity, with travel required throughout Austin, TX. Flexibility is needed for evening and weekend events.
• Analyze community needs to determine program opportunities, scope and goals. Track and report data to substantiate efforts.
• Maintain relationships with community resources, referral sources, agencies, and associations.
• Maintain event calendar. Coordinate and train volunteer staff for outreach and educational events.
• Coordinate educational programs and outreach activities for associates and/or clients.

What minimum requirements you'll need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• BLS Provider preferred. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Drivers License preferred. Licensure required relevant to state in which work is performed.
• Social Worker preferred. Licensure required relevant to state in which work is performed.

Education:

• High School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.
  
  
  • Note: Required professional licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education or experience, if applicable.

What additional preferences we're seeking

• Fluent in Spanish - strongly preferred
• Prior Community Healthcare Outreach experience preferred
• Prior experience with Texas Medicaid or health plan experience preferred
• Prior event planning experience preferred
• Certified Community Healthcare Worker (CCHW) preferred

Equal employment opportunity employer


Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.

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Responsibilities

• Coordinate community outreach programs and activities of Dell Children's Health Plan (DCHP). T his is a field based opportunity, with travel required throughout Austin, TX. Flexibility is needed for evening and weekend events.
• Analyze community needs to determine program opportunities, scope and goals. Track and report data to substantiate efforts.
• Maintain relationships with community resources, referral sources, agencies, and associations.
• Maintain event calendar. Coordinate and train volunteer staff for outreach and educational events.
• Coordinate educational programs and outreach activities for associates and/or clients.

Qualifications

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• BLS Provider preferred. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Drivers License preferred. Licensure required relevant to state in which work is performed.
• Social Worker preferred. Licensure required relevant to state in which work is performed.

Education:

• High School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.
  • Note: Required professional licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education or experience, if applicable.