Community Relations & External Affairs Coordinator — Vinfen

CommonWealth Magazine; Lowell (MA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Community Relations & External Affairs Coordinator to enhance engagement with community organizations and members. In this dynamic role, you will develop and sustain Community Advisory Boards, acting as a key liaison with various stakeholders. Your efforts will foster trust and collaboration, ensuring a shared vision among partners and advocacy groups. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact on community health initiatives while enjoying a comprehensive benefits package, including a fully funded retirement plan and generous vacation time. If you're passionate about community engagement and ready to make a difference, this role is for you.

Benefits

Employer-sponsored retirement plan

Competitive Medical, Dental and Vision plans

Employer-paid Life and Disability Insurance

Generous Vacation and Sick Time Benefits

Educational Assistance Programs

$500 Employee Referral Bonus

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree strongly preferred; experience may substitute for education.
• Two years of community engagement experience required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and sustain Community Advisory Boards for CBHC and MRC.
• Act as a liaison with community organizations and healthcare providers.
• Attend community coalition meetings and events.

Skills

Community Engagement

Communication Skills

Bilingual (Khmer, Spanish, Portuguese)

Relationship Building

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Community Relations & External Affairs Coordinator

The Community Relations and External Affairs Coordinator will be responsible for assisting indeveloping and fostering positive relationships with community organizations and members of thecommunity through the creation and execution of Community Advisory / Accountability Boards for boththe Community Behavioral Health Center (CBHC) and the Restoration Center (MRC).Through regular communication, this person will deepen engagement and maintain regular communication with partners, advocacy groups as well as healthcare providers to foster trust, collaboration and shared vision.

Job Responsibilities

• Works to develop, grow, and sustain Community Advisory/Accountability Boards (CAB) for the CBHCand MRC by identifying referral sources and following up on leads to serve on the CAB and execute theCAB’s vision, and providing administrative support.
• Acts as a liaison within Vinfen and with external agencies on a regular basis, including but not limitedto community-based organizations, healthcare partners and providers, community organizers andadvocacy groups and community advisory committees. Exercises discretion at all times when dealingwith internal and external contacts.
• Routinely attends identified community coalition meetings and occasionally staff tables at communityevents with some evenings or weekends required.
• Deepens engagement and communication with partners, advocacy groups and healthcare providers tobuild trust, collaboration and shared vision.
• Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree strongly preferred. In some cases, experience may be substituted for academic
training.

• Experience with services for people with mental health and/or substance use disorders, justice involved and/or unhoused individuals preferred.
• At least two years of experience in community engagement, professional or volunteer-based,required.
• Bilingual capability in Khmer, Spanish, or Portuguese, preferred

Benefits & Compensation

• A fully funded, employer-sponsored retirement plan that requires no employee contribution as well as an employee-funded 403(b) plan
• Competitive Medical, Dental and Vision plans
• Employer-paid Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Generous Vacation, Holiday, Personal and Sick Time Benefits
• Flexible Spending Reimbursement Accounts (Health and Dependent care)
• Educational Assistance and Remission Programs
• $500 Employee Referral Bonus with no annual cap!