Community Liaison & Outreach Specialist

NYC Health + Hospitals; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Harlem Hospital Center seeks a dedicated community liaison to coordinate between City agencies, local residents, and community organizations, providing assistance and support for housing development, public services, and neighborhood programs.

Under supervision, you will supervise staff, conduct interviews, prepare reports, maintain records, and contribute to outreach and program planning to meet community needs.

Responsibilities

• Liaises between City agencies, local residents, and community organizations to provide assistance and support for housing development and community development programs.
• Interviews residents, landlords, government personnel, business people and youths to solicit support for programs and determine community needs.
• Prepares and distributes informational materials regarding programs and activities for communities and educational institutions.
• Assists in training subordinate staff and in preparing written and oral reports as required.
• Keeps records related to programs and activities and participates in planning, organization and implementation of community participation programs.
• Coordinates field office operations, supervises staff, and maintains liaison with residents and community partners.
• Explains programs to community groups and relay information between the community and agencies.
• Participates in outreach and program feasibility studies and assists in mediating problems between communities, schools, hospitals and City agencies.
• Works as part of an interdisciplinary team to provide supportive therapy and referrals to health and social services.
• Counsels residents and stakeholders on rights, obligations, and available resources and contributes to mobilization for participation in development efforts.
• Makes recommendations on policies and priorities for City agencies dealing with schools, residents, and community groups.
• Interviews residents and assists with completing forms and related clerical tasks.

Job description

Harlem Hospital Center seeks a dedicated community liaison to coordinate between City agencies, local residents, and community organizations, providing assistance and support for housing development, public services, and neighborhood programs.

Under supervision, you will supervise staff, conduct interviews, prepare reports, maintain records, and contribute to outreach and program planning to meet community needs.