Health Education and Outreach Specialist

Are you passionate bout making a difference in the lives of Black and Latino gay/bisexual men? Do you want to work for an organization that promotes growth and development?

Here at Men's Health Foundation we envision a world where inequity and stigma do not separate people from healthcare.

Why Men's Health Foundation?

Men's Health Foundation is seeking compassionate, mission-driven individuals. We believe that by reimagining how healthcare is delivered, we can help create greater health equity for those most at risk, breaking down barriers to care. We welcome all backgrounds, gender identities, and expressions.

We seek team members who embrace and champion diversity, as our work within the LGBTQ+ community promotes positive sexuality and inclusivity. Candidates should be comfortable with exposure to imagery, events, and materials that reflect our culture of acceptance and expression, ensuring alignment with our values.

Join Our Team as a Health Education Specialist!

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of Black and Latino gay/bisexual men? We're looking for an enthusiastic Health Education and Outreach Specialist to support our mission at the SoCal Club! Under the guidance of our SoCal Club Director, you'll lead educational initiatives, connect with the community, and provide vital prevention and HIV testing services to young men ages 12-29.

Men's Health Foundation connects men at risk to comprehensive healthcare and wellness through education, collaboration, and advocacy. Inspiring and empowering all men to live longer, healthier, and happier lives. We see a world where inequity and stigma do not separate men from healthcare. At Men's Health Foundation, we are reimagining men's healthcare.

Job Description

Overview

Under the direct supervision of the Community Engagement Program Manager, the Health Education and Outreach Specialist conducts outreach and engagement activities to member of the LGBTQ+ community with a special emphasis on Black and Latino youth. Outreach will include street-based outreach, outreach at public events, social media outreach, and other modalities developed in collaboration with Community Engagement Program Manager. Additionally, the Specialist will lead health education classes and workshops, implementing established curriculum.


Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

This list may not include all the duties assigned.

• In collaboration with the Community Engagement Program Manager and other departmental staff, develop and implement an outreach strategy to increase program engagement among members of the target population.
• In collaboration with the Community Engagement Program Manager and other departmental staff, develop and implement an educational strategy to awareness and knowledge among members of the target population.
• Coordinate SoCal club activities in the space and manage club schedules with internal and external stakeholders.
• Serve as a public face for the SoCal Club, communicating a confident, sex-positive approach health care for young gay and bisexual men of color.
• Participate in community events and meetings to recruit clients, identify resources, and build partnerships.
• Perform recruitment duties as needed, including visiting partner organizations, canvassing communities, mailers, social media, etc.

• Effectively communicate the Men's Health Foundation (MHF) services and programming and the MHF model to support participant goals around holistic health care.
• Support MHF Program Managers in implementing recruitment and enrollment strategies and benchmarks to ensure enrollment goals per program.
• Capture, document and track all client recruitment activities in program/department database.
• Track recruitment outcomes in support of program goals and the strategic growth plan.
• Participate in program and organizational meetings and activities.
• Other duties may be assigned, as required.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bright, outgoing personality and an ability to proactively engage community members in person and across a variety of media/social media platforms.
• High school diploma required, or GED completed. Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Two years of experience working with direct client services in a non-profit setting or outreach/engagement in the private sector for a comparable population demographic.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills; strong written and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills; strong written and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint).
• Bilingual/Spanish preferred.
• Strong commitment to the Mission and Vision of Men's Health Foundation
• Demonstrated ability to provide services to people of diverse races, ethnicities, sexual orientations, gender identities, nationalities, economic backgrounds, religions, ages, English-speaking abilities, immigration status, housing status, and physical abilities in a multicultural environment.

COMPANY REQUIREMENTS

• Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug test, physical, and a background check to include a 7-year criminal, 10-year SSN & employer history reference check.
• Must be able to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination on the first day of work.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Must be able to work flexible schedules.
• Must take yearly flu shots or wear flu mask during flu season for patient-facing positions and test for tuberculosis as required by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.