Community Outreach and Training Coordinator

Family Service Of Rhode Island Inc; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Family Service of Rhode Island seeks a Community Outreach and Training Coordinator to locate, create and track outreach opportunities for Ever Hope Center services and optimize community supports for continued partnerships and referral sources.

You will coordinate training, programming and events with community partners and providers. Build rapport with not only providers, but community members to educate on eligibility criteria and combat stigma around behavioral healthcare.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a human services field or equivalent experience.
• Proficient with medical record software and database tools.
• Spanish speaking preferred; bilingual skills compensated.
• Flexible schedule with some evenings and weekends.
• Excellent multitasking and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Locate, create and track outreach opportunities for Ever Hope Center services.
• Coordinate training, programming and events with community partners.
• Facilitate trainings provided by the Ever Hope Center.
• Build rapport with providers and community members to educate on eligibility.
• Combat stigma around behavioral healthcare with cultural competence.

Skills

Multitasking

Communication

Independence

Teamwork

Bilingual preferred

Education

Bachelor’s degree in human services

Tools

Medical record software

Database software

Job description

FSRI is always looking for candidates that want to make a positive impact on the community!Position Summary: The Community Outreach and Training Coordinator will be responsible for locating, creating and tracking opportunities for outreach about Ever Hope Center services and optimize community supports for continued partnerships and referral sources. Responsible for coordination, scheduling and facilitation of trainings provided by the Ever Hope Center. Coordinate training, programming and events with community partners and providers. Build rapport with not only providers, but community members to be able to educate on eligibility criteria and basic expectations of all programs and combat stigma surrounding behavioral healthcare by being culturally competent, approachable and engaging.Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree in a human services field or equal relevant experience requiredSkilled in operating various medical record software and hardware, word-processing, and database software programsSpanish Speaking preferred and is compensatedFlexible schedule with some evenings and weekendsExcellent multitasking and communication skills a mustAbility to work independently and part of a teamBilingual/ASL skills are compensated by an additional 6%, above base pay.Multilingual skills are compensated by an additional 8%, above base pay.Physical Requirements: This position requires community visits, employees in this position must have the ability to:Current driver’s license, reliable transportation, registration and auto insuranceAbility to communicate effectivelyTravel to and from community locations and office site, which could include using walkways, stairs and/or elevatorsAbility to lift up to 20lbsDon’t meet every single requirement? Here at FSRI, we’re dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. If you’re excited about one of our career opportunities, but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be the perfect fit for this or another opportunity!We offer our employees a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, dental and work life benefits.Only together can we continue to grow and make a difference in our communities.Join our FAMILY today!Family Service of RI (FSRI) is a statewide organization with a 130 year track record of improving the health and well-being of children and families. We are passionate about our mission to advance opportunity and hope. FSRI’s diverse and inclusive teams – working across the Health, Healing, Home and Hope divisions, are experts in their fields, delivering strategies to positively impact lives. We provide services statewide, and currently operate in three locations in Providence; and four locations in East Providence, Smithfield and North Smithfield.Family Service of Rhode Island provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.FSRI determines pay based on a candidate's relevant and transferable experience, certifications, licenses, degree and language ability.