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Community Engagement Specialist - Marisol Services
Full Time, 40 hours per week.
OUR PURPOSE:
Marisol Health Inc. operates licensed, fully equipped, medical centers that help women make important decisions about their reproductive health. Marisol Health Inc. also supports spouses, boyfriends, family and friends who are navigating these important decisions alongside the women in their lives, and offers a truly positive experience, in an open and accepting atmosphere.
Our employees are crucial to our success in achieving our mission to extend the healing ministry of Jesus Christ to the poor and those in need. Marisol Health Inc. provides a work environment where self-motivated and mission driven individuals are recognized and rewarded.
Marisol Health Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to welcoming applicants and program participants of all faiths; as well as an inclusive and welcoming environment for staff, volunteers, and program participants. Candidates who bring diversity to our team are encouraged to apply.
SUMMARY OF POSITION:
A Community Engagement Specialist - Marisol Services:
Works with the Marisol Health and Marisol Family Directors, Marisol Health and Marisol Family staff, MH volunteers and in cooperation with The Catholic Charities Marketing and Communications team, to create awareness, and increase funding for Marisol Health and Marisol Family. Interacts with donors, parishes and community partners in order to strengthen Marisol Health and Marisol Family relationships and support base for our life-affirming mission.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Community Outreach:
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Establish working relationships with faith-based and life-affirming community organizations in our targeted geographic regions.
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Establish working relationships within the local parishes and churches, to strengthen networking, provide resources, and increase referrals.
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Seek opportunities to promote the services of Marisol Health and Marisol Family at faith-based events/networking groups/conferences/etc.
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Develop, train, promote and establish a partnership program with area churches to establish partnership, in conjunction with the Volunteer and Parish relations team.
Donor/Volunteer Engagement:
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In partnership with the Director and the Marketing and Community Engagement team plan, promote, and organize events and volunteer opportunities to expand engagement with and support for Marisol Services in northern Colorado.
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Act as lead for Marisol Health and Marisol Family Meet and Greets in collaboration with the Directors, Marketing and Communications team.
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Follow-up with Donors identified at Marisol Health and Marisol Family events. Send Thank you notes within 30 days of event or donation with the assistance of Marisol Family Community Engagement Specialist.
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In collaboration with the Mission Advancement team, encourage local communities to become monthly supporters of Marisol Health and Marisol Family by fostering relationships, writing proposals (as appropriate), meeting with financial decision makers. Follow up in person and in writing.
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Works with Bottom Line Diaper Bank to fundraise for Marisol Family during diaper drives and Mother’s Day Card Sales to include scheduling pick up/drop off of diapers and cards collected/ purchased.
Volunteer Coordination
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Recruit and support volunteers for Marisol Health and Marisol Family.
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Create opportunities for volunteer engagement and coordinate individual and group volunteer projects.
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Coordinate with the Marketing and Community Engagement team to outreach to potential individuals and groups to promote volunteer participation in Marisol Health and Marisol Family ministries.
Task Orientation:
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Supports, promotes and adheres to Catholic Charities’ vision, mission, values and Code of Ethics.
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Reflects Catholic Charities’ commitment to treating all persons with dignity and respect.
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Uses creativity and innovation in program development and service delivery.
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Maintains confidentiality of client and agency information.
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Regular and predictable attendance.
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Meet regularly with Marisol Health and Marisol Family Directors to report on activities and outcomes and to participate in strategic planning for community engagement and fundraising.
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Maintain a working spreadsheet of all contacts/activities.
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May act as a program representative with various community committees and agencies.
Qualifications
QUALIFICATIONS:
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Demonstrates strong communication, organizational and interpersonal skills.
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Demonstrates knowledge and experience in trauma-informed practice.
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Skills in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with clients, other employees, organizations and the public are required.
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Flexible and able to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
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Knowledge of the service population’s cultural and socioeconomic characteristics and the appropriate techniques and practices for the client population.
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Intermediate knowledge of computers and office equipment, such as printers, fax machines, etc.
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Ability to interact effectively as a team member and independently with Agency staff and with a diverse client base.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) in Communications or related field, from accredited four-year college or university; and six months to one-year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
PROVIDER ETHICAL AGREEMENT
Marisol Health strives to provide excellent, evidenced base care that is also morally sound. Providers and staff at Marisol Health have agreed to follow the Ethical and Religious Directives for Catholic Health Care Services as issued by the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops. https://www.usccb.org/resources/ethical-religious-directives-catholic-health-service-sixth-edition-2016-06_0.pdf
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:
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Valid CO driver’s license, satisfactory driving record and proof of insurance required.
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety manuals, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of the organization.
REASONING ABILITY:
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk, hear, and use hands to handle and feel. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, sit, and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
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Travel: Frequent within Marisol Health and Family services area.
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The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
- Equipment Used: General office.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel as classified.
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:
Salary: $23.00-$25.00 per hour (full-time) 40 hours per week
Training: We provide a robust training curriculum that will support our employees throughout their career. Training provided within the first year of employment includes: De-escalation & Safety; Public Speaking; Mental Health First Aid; Substance Abuse & Mental Health; Human Trafficking; Trauma Informed Care; and many more.
Benefits: In addition to being part of a higher purpose while working in a challenging yet rewarding environment, eligible Marisol Health, Northern Colorado employees receive a generous benefits package, including:
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Extensive Paid Time Off (4 weeks accrual for new employees - increasing based on tenure) promoting work life balance.
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15 Paid Holidays annually (shelters are 24/7, so if a holiday is worked, holiday pay is included)
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403b Retirement Plan with Agency contribution of 4% & match up to 2% of annual compensation.
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Medical Plans (90% of employee's and 75% of dependent’s premiums is paid by Agency), Dental, & Vision starting the 1st day of the month following start date. (Must be a Full-Time employee)
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May be eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness through Federal Student Loans and many more benefits.
ARE YOU READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM?
If you are ready to make answer the call and make a difference, please submit your application online at ccdenver.org/careers. We look forward to meeting you!
We conduct background checks as part of our hiring process.
Drug-Free Workplace.
Marisol Health, Denver serves all with respect, dignity, and without discrimination in compliance with all local, state, or federal law. Consistent with applicable laws, Catholic Charities makes all decisions involving any aspect of employment or volunteer relationships without regard to any status or characteristic protected by local, state, or federal law, other than those positions which are deemed ministerial in nature (such as Chaplain requiring a clerical background). Unlawful discrimination and/or harassment is inconsistent with our philosophy of doing business and will not be tolerated. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
EEO/AA
Salary : $23 - $25
