South Side Thrive Parsons Avenue - Community Outreach Specialist

Overview This position conducts outreach on and along Parsons Avenue to engage and provide resource navigation to support people experiencing poverty and homelessness; engages with local nonprofits and businesses, and conducts regular litter pick-up on the corridor. Must be able to work flexible work schedule. Job Description Summary Coordinates outreach efforts, engages with community stakeholders, develops partnerships, and implements strategies to increase visibility and impact. Develops and implements collaborative programs and services by working with community-based organizations and hospital staff. Essential Functions Develops outreach strategies to engage with target audiences. Collaborates with team members to create outreach materials. Conducts outreach activities to promote programs or services. Supports target population in connecting to available programs or services. Analyzes outreach data to measure effectiveness of campaigns. Builds relationships with community partners to expand outreach efforts. Represents the organization at events to increase visibility and awareness. Education Requirement Bachelor's Degree in a health or social services related field, or equivalent experience, preferred. Licensure Requirement Valid Ohio driver's license and proof of auto insurance as required by hospital policy and position-specific requirements. Must pass motor vehicle background inspection, insurance eligibility, driving qualifications, and training set forth by Nationwide Children's Hospital and maintain qualification of insurance guidelines. Skills Proficiency with written summaries and documentation. Working knowledge of child health care and community issues. Proficiency personal computers, databases, and word processing software. Effective customer service, verbal and written communication, and interpersonal skills for interaction with contacts. Ability to work collaboratively with people of diverse backgrounds. Experience Two years of experience in a community-based setting in areas such as health care, social service, or community service, required. Experience in collaborative program development, preferred. Physical Requirements OCCASIONALLY: Biohazard waste OCCASIONALLY: Chemicals/Medications OCCASIONALLY: Climb stairs/ladder OCCASIONALLY: Cold Temperatures OCCASIONALLY: Flexing/extending of neck OCCASIONALLY: Hot Temperatures OCCASIONALLY: Lifting / Carrying: 21-40 lbs OCCASIONALLY: Lifting / Carrying: 41-60 lbs OCCASIONALLY: Pushing / Pulling: 0-25 lbs OCCASIONALLY: Pushing / Pulling: 26-40 lbs OCCASIONALLY: Pushing / Pulling: 41-60 lbs OCCASIONALLY: Reaching above shoulder OCCASIONALLY: Repetitive hand/arm use Working Outdoors FREQUENTLY: Bend/twist Working Outdoors FREQUENTLY: Blood and/or Bodily Fluids Working Outdoors FREQUENTLY: Color vision Working Outdoors FREQUENTLY: Communicable Diseases and/or Pathogens Working Outdoors FREQUENTLY: Depth perception Working Outdoors FREQUENTLY: Driving motor vehicles (work required) *additional testing may be required Working Outdoors FREQUENTLY: Hand use: grasping Working Outdoors FREQUENTLY: gripping, turning Working Outdoors FREQUENTLY: Lifting / Carrying: 0-10 lbs Working Outdoors FREQUENTLY: Lifting / Carrying: 11-20 lbs Working Outdoors FREQUENTLY: Peripheral vision Working Outdoors FREQUENTLY: Sitting Working Outdoors FREQUENTLY: Squat/kneel Working Outdoors FREQUENTLY: Standing Working Outdoors FREQUENTLY: Walking CONTINUOUSLY: Audible speech CONTINUOUSLY: Computer skills CONTINUOUSly: Decision Making CONTINUOUSLY: Hearing acuity CONTINUOUSLY: Interpreting Data CONTINUOUSLY: Problem solving CONTINUOUSLY: Seeing - Far/near "The above list of duties is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this classification. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties performed by the individuals so classified, nor is it intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under their supervision." EOE M/F/Disability/Vet The moment you walk through our doors, you feel it. When you meet our patient families, you believe it. And when you talk with anyone who works here, you want to be part of it. Welcome to Nationwide Children's Hospital, Where Passion Meets Purpose. Here, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are integrated into our core values and practices. We are passionate about building, sustaining and evolving an inclusive and equitable environment. We are seeking individuals who live these values and want to share their experiences and efforts in support of our collective mission. We're 15,000 strong. And it takes every one of us to improve the lives of the kids we care for, and the kids around the world we'll never meet. 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