Outreach Coordinator - OrderID: 4907

TemPositions Group of Companies; New York (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental/vision coverage

401(k)

Paid holidays

Employee assistance program

Childcare assistance

Discounts

Job summary

TemPositions Group of Companies is seeking an Outreach Coordinator for a 3-4 month assignment with a nonprofit client focused on aging populations and people with disabilities.

The role emphasizes community outreach, building relationships with churches, hospitals, senior housing, and other partners, recruiting volunteers, and promoting SHOPP services, while supporting case management tasks. Bilingual Spanish is required, and occasional travel is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Marketing, or related field.
• Experience in social service settings preferred, esp. with older adults or community-based services.
• Public speaking and communications experience desired.

Responsibilities

• Organize weekly outreach initiatives to generate referrals and educate communities.
• Recruit volunteers and partner with community organizations to host SHOPP services.
• Promote SHOPP services through relationships with local agencies, churches, and institutions.
• Attend events, fairs, and after-hours activities as needed.
• Support intake triage and collaborate with Case Managers.

Skills

Public speaking

Communication

Team player

Bilingual Spanish

Diversity & inclusion

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Communications/Marketing

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Outreach Coordinator (3-4 month assignment)

Our client, is a non-profit organization that supports older adults, caregivers, and individuals with disabilities. Their mission is to enhance the strength and resilience of individuals, regardless of age or ability, through innovative programs and support services.

Job Duties

Community Outreach Activities and Relationship Building

• Organize weekly virtual outreach initiatives to generate client referrals, educate communities, and build connections with local organizations.
• Recruit volunteers and identify community organizations to support and host SHOPP services.
• Collaborate with the Friendly Visiting Coordinator or assigned volunteers.
• Connect with local churches, hospitals, senior housing developments, and other community organizations to identify potential clients.
• Implement the outreach plan to effectively promote the program's services to the community, ensuring consistent and clear communication across various channels.
• Develop and manage an active list of potential partners, ensuring ongoing communication and collaboration to strengthen SHOPP's community presence.
• Identify and generate leads for community partners who can host SHOPP services. Conduct face-to-face or virtual meetings to establish connections, especially considering pandemic-related challenges
• Promote SHOPP services by building relationships with local agencies, churches, institutions, and other community hubs. Explore opportunities for partnership and cross-promotion.
• Collaborate with the SHOPP Outreach Team to attend community fairs and events, which may include after-hours and weekends.
• Apply effective public relations strategies, including creating content for social media advertisements.

Supervision and Collaboration

• Actively engage in a supervisory relationship with supervisor and peers.
• Assist the Case Managers with triaging the intake process as needed.
• Attend monthly supervision and team meetings.
• Compliance and Adherence to SHOPP Personnel Policies, Funder Standards, and meeting deadlines.
• As directed by the Program Director or Assistant Program Director, take on additional duties relating to targeted program needs/goals.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's Degree in Communications, Marketing, or a related field from an accredited institution.
• Experience: Previous experience in a social service setting, particularly with older adults or community-based services, is preferred. Additional experience in communications, community relations, government relations, and public speaking is highly desirable.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong public speaking and communication skills
• Collaborative team player with community relations
• Ability to work with diverse populations
• Bilingual in Spanish is required
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office tools
• Ability to attend events, and carry promotional materials

Other Requirements

• The role may require attending events on Saturdays or evenings, navigating various weather conditions, and carrying promotional items.
• Must be able to travel and report to the office at least twice a week and attend in-person training, meetings, or events as required.

Benefits

We offer eligible employees competitive pay and access to a range of benefits and support programs based on assignment type, schedule, length of employment, and eligibility requirements, including medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, short-term disability, 401(k), employee assistance, childcare assistance, discounts, paid holidays, and longevity bonuses. Depending on the benefit, cost may be paid by the Company, the employee, or shared between both.

EOE

We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. We strictly prohibit and do not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender (including gender identity and expression), marital or familial status, age, physical or mental disability, perceived disability, citizenship status, service in the uniformed services, genetic information, height, weight, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Applications from members of minority groups and women are encouraged.