Outreach & Community Relations Specialist

Alongside ABA; San Diego (CA); Hybrid; USD 33,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

401(k) plan

Professional development

Travel expense reimbursement

Collaborative work environment

Job summary

Alongside ABA is seeking an Outreach & Community Relations Specialist to expand our professional and community networks across Southern California. The role emphasizes relationship-building with healthcare providers, educators, and community partners, with frequent in-person visits and travel across San Diego County and the Inland Empire.

The position is full-time and hybrid, requiring 80% travel within the region.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and networking skills.
• Willingness to travel 80% across San Diego County and Inland Empire.
• Ability to manage multiple relationships and prioritize outreach goals.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain relationships with physicians, healthcare providers, and medical offices.
• Develop relationships with teachers, school personnel, and childcare professionals.
• Identify referral sources and partnership opportunities in assigned territories.
• Conduct regular in-person visits to provider offices and community organizations.
• Introduce company services and explain support for providers, families, and partners.
• Represent the company at community events and conferences.
• Research local organizations for collaboration opportunities.
• Build awareness of Alongside’s services in assigned communities.
• Maintain records of outreach activities and contacts.
• Track meetings, visits, and referrals; report to management.
• Maintain an organized outreach calendar and follow-up schedule.

Skills

Outgoing

Organized

Relationship-building

Healthcare-networking

Job description

Why You'll Love this Outreach & Community Relations Specialist Job!

Alongside is an Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) intervention provider for individuals with developmental delays. We are dedicated to serving our community with quality intervention practices. Be part of a team of professionals dedicated to making a difference in the lives of others. At Alongside, we believe our success begins with our staff!

We are seeking an outgoing, organized, and relationship-focused Outreach & Community Relations Specialist to expand our professional and community network throughout Southern California.

This role is responsible for developing relationships with healthcare professionals, provider offices, diagnostic professionals, schools, childcare organizations, and other community partners.

Pay: $24 - $26 / hour

Availability: Monday-Friday and Weekends as needed (Full-Time, Hybrid)

Travel: Approximately 80% throughout San Diego County and Inland Empire

Why Alongside?

• Competitive pay
• Performance-based incentives (Additional earning opportunities based on established company goals and performance metrics)
• Approved business-related travel expenses are compensated in accordance with company policy
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• 401(k) plan after 1 year of service
• Professional development opportunities
• Supportive and collaborative work environment

Responsibilities

Provider & Professional Outreach

• Establish and maintain relationships with physicians, healthcare providers, medical offices, diagnostic professionals, and other healthcare-related organizations.
• Develop relationships with teachers, school personnel, daycare coordinators, intake coordinators, social service professionals, and other community professionals.
• Identify potential referral sources and partnership opportunities within assigned territories.
• Conduct regular in-person visits to provider offices and community organizations.
• Introduce company services and explain how the organization can support providers, professionals, families, and community partners.
• Develop a professional network of contacts throughout Southern California.
• Maintain regular communication and follow-up with existing and prospective partners.

Community Engagement

• Represent the company at community events, networking events, professional meetings, conferences, and other outreach opportunities.
• Research local organizations and identify opportunities for collaboration.
• Develop relationships with organizations that serve children, families, patients, and other relevant populations.
• Coordinate presentations, informational meetings, and outreach activities.
• Build awareness of the company's services within assigned communities.

Administrative & Reporting Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate records of outreach activities and professional contacts.
• Track meetings, visits, follow-ups, referrals, and partnership opportunities.
• Provide regular updates to management regarding outreach activity and community relationships.
• Maintain an organized outreach calendar and follow-up schedule.
• Collaborate with internal departments to ensure effective communication and follow-through.
• Work toward established outreach and performance goals.

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Additional responsibilities may be assigned by leadership to adapt to the needs of the organization and to support professional growth.