What are the responsibilities and job description for the Community Engagement Coordinator - Limited Duration position at University Of Oregon?
Department Summary
The Ballmer Institute for Children's Behavioral Health at the University of Oregon Portland establishes a new national model for behavioral healthcare for children and families by creating a first-of-its-kind undergraduate training program in child behavioral health.
The institute prioritizes the needs of youth who have been historically or persistently underserved and seeks to make real system change by :
- Creating a new mental health profession
- Delivering support in schools and the community
- Training existing youth-serving professionals
- Developing new approaches to support child behavioral health
- Transforming the Pacific Northwest into a national model of thought and action
The Ballmer Institute invests in community outreach and engagement by :
Position Summary
The limited duration community engagement coordinator (CEC) supports the Ballmer Institute’s community outreach and engagement efforts by collaborating with the Director of Community Engagement and other institute team members. This position uses independent judgment and initiative, utilizing comprehensive knowledge of the complex issues that accompany community engagement in a higher education environment. The CEC must possess a high level of cultural awareness, humility, and the ability to work effectively with diverse populations and positions.
Community engagement initiatives that the CEC will support include, but are not limited to :
Approximately 50% of the CEC’s time will be spent traveling to local community sites, partner meetings, or other locations within the region. Occasional after-work hours are anticipated to accommodate community events and activities.
The CEC is a limited duration classified project coordinator position. Limited duration appointments cannot exceed two years and can expire earlier upon the termination of the special study, project, or purposes of the role. Current funding is for one year which may be extended based on need.
Minimum Requirements
Associate's Degree and three years of work experience (paid or volunteer) supporting community programs that serve children, youth or adults OR
Bachelor's Degree and one year of work experience (paid or volunteer) one year of which must be working in youth development programs, adult education, teaching, program delivery or related functions OR
Five years experience in a field related to the duties of the position AND a high school diploma or equivalent.
Demonstrated oral and written communication skills.
Demonstrated skill to work with diverse audiences.
Demonstrated skill to use computers for word processing, data management, and communications.
Salary : $21 - $31
