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Community Development Liaison
Named by the Boston Globe as one of the Top Places to Work in Massachusetts for the last three years, our community-based, mission-driven hospice and palliative care organization seeks a dedicated Community Development Liaison to join its growing Advancement Team. Our not-for-profit hospice and palliative care organization has an opportunity for a self-motivated, resourceful, individual with excellent communication and interpersonal skills. This role is essential in building and maintaining relationships with community partners, healthcare providers, and referral sources to promote our broad range of services. The ideal candidate will be passionate about community outreach, education, and advocacy for hospice and palliative care, with a strong commitment to racial equity and bridging healthcare disparities.
Job Responsibilities:
The Community Development Liaison is responsible for developing and implementing community outreach strategies to increase awareness of hospice and palliative care services, and grow patient census, with a focus on underserved and marginalized communities. Building and maintaining relationships with healthcare providers and residential care facilities, community organizations, and referral sources, prioritizing those serving diverse populations. Conducting presentations and educational sessions about hospice and palliative care and services highlighting the importance of equitable access to care. Representing Good Shepherd at community events, health fairs, and professional conferences, including those with a focus on diversity and inclusion. Collaborating with the communications team to develop promotional materials and campaigns that address healthcare disparities and promote racial equity. Identifying and pursuing opportunities for partnership and collaboration within the community to advance health equity. Tracking and reporting on outreach activities and their impact on referrals and community engagement with an emphasis on reducing healthcare disparities. Assisting in the development and execution of strategic plans to enhance the organizations’s visibility and reputation in the community, especially in regards to inclusivity and equity.
Schedule and Weekly Hours:
Monday to Friday from 9 am to 5 pm.
Education, Skills and Experience:
- One to two years experience in healthcare marketing, or other relevant experience.
- Proven ability to build and maintain relationships with diverse stakeholders.
- Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
- Self-motivated, with strong organizational and time management skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Knowledge of local community resources and healthcare providers.
- Knowledge of or experience working in underserved communities and with marginalized populations.
- Bilingual or multilingual abilities are a plus.
- Strong understanding of hospice care and end-of-life services.
- Proficiency in Google suite applications (docs, sheets)
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
Good Shepherd Benefits:
- Competitive salary
- Four weeks paid time off in first year
- 12 paid holidays
- Health and dental insurance, coverage begins as of your start date
- Life insurance
- 403(b) with company match
- Flexible Spending Account
- Short and Long Term Disability
- Employee Assistance Program
- Partnership with Regis College for reduced tuition rates
Industry:
Healthcare
Employment Type:
Full Time
About Us:
Good Shepherd Community Care is one of the most trusted health care organizations in Greater Boston focusing on hospice and palliative care. Founded as Hospice of the Good Shepherd in 1978, we are the original Massachusetts hospice. After decades of caring for our community, we continue to remain an independent, not-for-profit, non-sectarian organization. We believe in the importance of mutual respect and acceptance and value diversity in our patients, families and caregivers, employees, volunteers, community, and partner organizations. We are committed to these values and honor the dignity of each individual through the care, support and education we provide. Our team members benefit from a collaborative work environment in a welcoming office, easily accessible to I-95, with on-site parking in Newton.
Good Shepherd Community Care does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex stereotyping, marital status, pregnancy, religion or age in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in, its programs, services and activities.
