Community Engagement Coordinator

Job Details: Location: Thurbers Ave – Providence, RI 02905 | Position Type: Full Time | Education Level: Not Specified | Salary Range: $23.00 – $28.60 hourly | Travel: Road Warrior | Shift: Any FSRI is always looking for candidates that want to make a positive impact on the community! Position Summary The Community Engagement Coordinator is a vital member of the backbone agency responsible for stakeholder and resident engagement and participation, community building, identification of assets and needs, assessment of community impact through collecting data and supporting funding deliverables, and the goals of the Providence 02905 Health Equity Zone (HEZ). The Coordinator is primarily responsible for work related to the deliverables, expectations, and data collection of funding for HEZ‑related activities. The role includes attending community events to further build relationships with existing HEZ partners, recruiting new organizations, individuals and other stakeholders, disseminating information, collecting data, scheduling and facilitating HEZ meetings, and attending RIDOH meetings as necessary. The Coordinator works in collaboration with the HEZ Project Director to ensure progress toward initiative activities and goals are met. Qualifications Formal education, or relevant certification and/or a minimum of 3 years related experience in community engagement Critical thinking and writing skills, creativity and flexibility to meet changing priorities and demands; attention to detail; identifying and resolving obstacles to improvement/goals Bilingual (English/Spanish) required Familiarity with the 02905 area and/or goals of the HEZ initiative Strong communication skills, both verbal and written Ability to provide culturally competent services Experience building and maintaining relationships internally and externally with community partners Demonstrated ability to organize self and others Ability to work independently and to take initiative; to prioritize and to proceed logically Ability to become Community Health Worker Certified in Rhode Island within 12 months Proficiency with Microsoft platforms Ability to maintain confidentiality Bilingual/ASL skills are compensated by an additional 6% above base pay Multilingual skills are compensated by an additional 8% above base pay Physical Requirements Travel within the community, to and from agency site locations, which could include using walkways, stairs and/or elevators Ability to work a nontraditional work schedule to include some nights and weekends Ability to lift up to 20 lbs. Ability to communicate effectively Ability to work in person and remotely Ability to manage various software platforms and databases We offer our employees a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, dental and work‑life benefits. Equal Employment Opportunity Family Service of Rhode Island provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. FSRI determines pay based on a candidate's relevant and transferable experience, certifications, licenses, degree and language ability. #J-18808-Ljbffr