What are the responsibilities and job description for the Community Outreach Coordinator position at Start Early?
About Us:
Start Early is a leading organization committed to providing quality early learning and care across the country. We aim to close the opportunity gap and build more equitable early learning experiences for our youngest learners.
Our Mission:
We scale our expertise across program, policy, and research through partnerships across the country. Our team is dedicated to empowering employees to feel motivated, energized, and passionate about their work.
Job Summary:
We are recruiting individuals who share our commitment to core values of appreciation & respect, empowerment, diversity, excellence, learning, and communication. As a Community Outreach Coordinator, you will provide support to community-based agencies in Lake County, particularly the Beach Park and Waukegan areas.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and maintain supportive relationships with pregnant women and their families through education, physical, and emotional support during all trimesters, labor, and postpartum.
- Maintain a caseload of up to 15 pregnant women, providing regular doula visits and 24/7 availability for attending births.
- Ensure compliance with EHS Services for Pregnant Women standards and Head Start Program Performance Standards.
- Assist pregnant women in establishing goals and birth plans, and aid in preparing them for labor and delivery using appropriate doula techniques.
Requirements:
- Bilingual Spanish proficiency required.
- Associates or bachelor's degree in social work, family services, human services, or related field with DONA certification.
- Minimum one to three years of experience working in early childhood/family support or home visiting programs.
- Strong analytical, communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
- Deep commitment to advancing diversity, racial equity, and incorporating these values into practice.
