Community Outreach Specialist

Job Overview
The Outreach Specialist plays a vital role in connecting communities with essential resources and services. This position requires a proactive individual who is passionate about community engagement and has the ability to develop and implement outreach programs effectively. The Outreach Specialist will work closely with various stakeholders, including community organizations, health providers, and volunteers, to promote awareness and access to services that enhance public health and well-being.

Duties

• Develop and implement outreach strategies to engage target populations effectively.
• Coordinate community events and workshops to raise awareness about available resources.
• Build and maintain relationships with community organizations, stakeholders, and volunteers.
• Conduct research data collection to assess community needs and evaluate program effectiveness.
• Provide public speaking engagements to educate the community on relevant health topics.
• Manage volunteer programs, including recruitment, training, and supervision of volunteers.
• Assist in fundraising efforts to support outreach initiatives and program development.
• Collaborate with public health agencies to promote health education and prevention strategies.
• Provide support in addiction counseling when necessary, ensuring a compassionate approach.

Skills
The ideal candidate should possess the following skills:

• Leadership: Ability to lead initiatives and inspire team members towards common goals.
• Project Management: Strong organizational skills for planning, executing, and overseeing projects.
• Public Speaking: Confidence in presenting information clearly to diverse audiences.
• Social Work: Understanding of social work principles to assist individuals in need effectively.
• Public Health: Knowledge of public health issues and the ability to promote healthy practices.
• Volunteer Management: Experience in recruiting, training, and managing volunteers effectively.
• Fundraising: Skills in developing fundraising strategies to support outreach programs.
• Program Development: Ability to create programs that address community needs based on research findings.
• Research Data Collection: Proficiency in gathering and analyzing data for program evaluation.
• Addiction Counseling: Familiarity with addiction counseling techniques is a plus but not required.

This position is essential for fostering community connections and enhancing access to vital services. If you are dedicated to making a difference in people's lives through outreach efforts, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding role as an Outreach Specialist.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person