Community Outreach & Partnerships Lead

Louisiana Empowerment

Houston (TX)

On-site

USD 40,000 - 55,000

Full time

11 days ago

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Job summary

Empowerment Services in Houston seeks an Outreach Coordinator to strengthen our presence across the Houston area and nearby communities. You will build and maintain relationships with schools, healthcare providers, and community partners to connect individuals with behavioral health services.

The role requires identifying opportunities, attending health fairs and festivals, educating partners, and maintaining outreach records. Travel within Houston area and occasional events will be needed.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent required; associate or bachelor's degree preferred in marketing, communications, social services, behavioral health, business, or related field.
Previous experience in community outreach, marketing, behavioral health, healthcare, social services, or referral development preferred.
Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
Comfortable initiating conversations and developing new professional relationships.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Organized and able to manage multiple events, contacts, and follow-up responsibilities.

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain relationships with community organizations, schools, healthcare providers, social service agencies, referral sources, and other community partners.
Identify new opportunities to increase awareness of Empowerment Services and the behavioral health services we provide.
Attend community events, health fairs, resource fairs, school events, festivals, networking events, and other outreach activities on behalf of the company.
Research and identify upcoming community events and partnership opportunities throughout Houston and surrounding areas.
Contact event coordinators to inquire about vendor, exhibitor, sponsorship, community partner, and resource-table opportunities.
Educate community members and referral partners about Empowerment Services and available services.
Distribute approved marketing materials and community resource information.
Build relationships with potential referral sources and maintain consistent follow-up.
Generate appropriate referrals through community outreach, networking, and relationship building.
Maintain accurate records of outreach contacts, events, referrals, follow-up activities and community partnerships.
Maintain and update scheduled outreach events and commitments in the company's designated calendar or tracking system.
Communicate regularly with leadership regarding outreach activities, upcoming opportunities, referrals, challenges, and results.
Assist with planning and coordinating company outreach events and community initiatives.
Represent Empowerment Services professionally and positively within the community.
Work collaboratively with intake, clinical, administrative, and leadership teams to support successful connections between referrals and services.
Follow company policies regarding confidentiality, HIPAA, professional conduct, and appropriate communication of behavioral health information.
Perform other outreach and community-engagement duties as assigned.