Community Outreach & Engagement Coordinator - Camden Comprehension Access Network (5916)

Center for Family Services; Camden (NJ); On-site; USD 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

401k Plan

Medical insurance plan options

Prescription Insurance

Life Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Health & Wellness Activities

Training & Professional Development Op

Opportunity for advancement

Job summary

Center for Family Services is seeking a Community Outreach & Engagement Coordinator for the Camden CAN initiative. The role focuses on coordinating outreach and engagement activities, connecting residents to benefits and community supports, and strengthening partnerships to advance program goals.

The position supports field staff and community ambassadors, conducts events and screenings, and maintains documentation and reporting. Evening and weekend availability is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred; relevant experience may be considered.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in community outreach, engagement, case management, or related human services work.
• Experience working with diverse populations and building community partnerships.
• Experience coordinating events, outreach campaigns, or community-based programming.
• Experience with My Resource Pal.
• Experience in resource navigation.
• Current driver's license with a driving record of at least three years; vehicle with current insurance and registration.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate, implement, and support outreach, engagement, and awareness activities for the Camden CAN initiative.
• Connect residents to benefits, resources, and community supports; strengthen partnerships; align outreach with program goals.
• Support field staff, partners, and community ambassadors to increase access to services and elevate community voice.
• Conduct outreach and engagement activities to connect residents to benefits, services, and community resources.
• Support planning and execution of community events, benefits screenings, and resource fairs.
• Maintain documentation, data entry, and reporting in AWARDS and other systems.
• Build and maintain relationships with community partners, agencies, and stakeholders.
• Assist with development of outreach materials, communication tools, and promotional content.
• Participate in team meetings, trainings, and professional development activities.
• Uphold CFS Code of Ethics and maintain confidentiality at all times.
• Represent CFS and Camden CAN in a professional and positive manner.

Skills

Community outreach

Engagement

Partnership building

Event coordination

Resource navigation

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

My Resource Pal

Job description

Community Outreach & Engagement Coordinator - Camden Comprehension Access Network (5916)

*Sign-On Bonus

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Location: Camden, NJ

Job Type/Status: Full Time (Evenings and weekends required for community events, outreach, and benefits screening sessions.)

Salary: $45,000 to $50,000 per year

Responsibilities

The Community Outreach & Engagement Coordinator is responsible for coordinating, implementing, and supporting outreach, engagement, and awareness activities for the Camden CAN (Comprehensive Access Network) initiative. This position plays a key role in connecting residents to benefits, resources, and community supports; strengthening partnerships; and ensuring that outreach strategies align with program goals. The Coordinator supports field staff, partners, and community ambassadors to increase access to services and elevate community voice.

• Conduct outreach and engagement activities to connect residents to benefits, services, and community resources.
• Support the planning and execution of community events, benefits screening sessions, and resource fairs.
• Maintain accurate documentation, data entry, and reporting in AWARDS and other systems.
• Build and maintain relationships with community partners, agencies, and stakeholders.
• Assist with the development of outreach materials, communication tools, and promotional content.
• Participate in team meetings, trainings, and professional development activities.
• Uphold CFS Code of Ethics and maintain confidentiality at all times.
• Represent CFS and Camden CAN in a professional and positive manner.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree preferred; relevant experience may be considered.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in community outreach, engagement, case management, or related human services work.
• Experience working with diverse populations and building community partnerships.
• Experience coordinating events, outreach campaigns, or community‑based programming.
• Experience with My Resource Pal.
• Experience in resource navigation.
• Current driver's license with a driving record of at least three years
  • Vehicle with current insurance and registration

Physical Requirements and Work Environment

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to weather conditions including heat, snow, rain and humidity. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.

Benefits

At the Center for Family Services our employees are our greatest resource and we are committed to investing in our staff. We offer a competitive benefits package as well as ongoing resources that will support staff on their personal and professional journey.

• Excellent paid time off (PTO) program, including vacation, sick, personal, and holiday
• 401k Plan
• Medical insurance plan options
• Prescription Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Health & Wellness Activities
• Ongoing Training & Professional Development Opportunities
• Opportunity for advancement

Disclaimer

Many positions require motor vehicle record evaluations and medical clearances. Center For Family Services is an equal opportunity employer offering competitive salaries and excellent benefits packages.